1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear scuff plate.
b. Rear seat cushion.
c. Rear seat back.
d. Lower anchor installation bolts on the rear seat belt.
e. Tire house trim.
f. Trunk end trim.
g. Trunk side upper trim.
h. Trunk side trim.
i. C-pillar trim.
j. Rear assist handle.
k. Liftgate.
3. Remove the nut while partially peeling back the headliner.
NOTE:
Be careful not to leave a fold-seam.

4. Remove the liftgate hinge.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Liftgate Adjustment
Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator InspectionWheel Balance Adjustment
CAUTION:
Adjust the outer wheel balance first, then the inner wheel balance.
Be careful not to scratch the wheels.
Adhesive-type Balance Weight (Outer)
1. Remove the old balance weight from the wheel.
2. Remove the double-sided adhesive tape remaining on the wheel, then clea ...
A Pillar Trim Removal/Installation
1. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
2. Pull the upper end of the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow shown
in the figure and remove clip A and B.
3. Cut the lead wire connecting clip B and grommet using a nipper and pull out
the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow sh ...
Air Filter Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Except for Mexico
1. Remove the fuel-filler pipe protector..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Evaporative hose
2
Air filter
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...