Removing
1. Press on the latches (arrow a), disconnect from the A-pillar and remove the boot (2), shown in the figure below.
2. Move lever (3) down (arrow b) and disconnect the wiring harness connector (4), as shown in the figure below.
3. Unscrew the fastening screws (7) on awnings (arrow d), as shown in the figure below.
4. Unscrew the fastening screws (5) rear door stop (6), as shown in the figure below.
5. Raise tailgate (1) vertically up (arrow e) and take it off the awnings (8), as shown in the figure below.
Installation
1. Installation is made in reverse order to removal.
2. Tighten the fastening screws (7) with tightening torque 21.5 Nm.
3. Tighten the fastening screws (5) with a tightening torque of 30 Nm.
4. Check and, if necessary, adjust the position of the rear door relative to the doorway of the body (for details, see the relevant section in this chapter).