2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 UFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Liftgate Center Applique Replacement (Escalade)

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Fig 1: Liftgate Center Applique Assembly (Escalade)
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Liftgate Center Applique Replacement (Escalade)

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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Open and support the liftgate assembly.
  2. Remove the rear wiper motor. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Motor Replacement .
  3. Do Not Use Air-Type Power Tools when Performing the Following Steps:
    • Use a needle-nose type vice grip plier and ratchet type wrench.
    • Hold the very end of the applique studs secure.
    • Slowly ratchet the nut from each of the applique studs.
    • Use the access holes in the panel to access and remove the nuts.
  4. Remove the 4 applique nuts from inside the liftgate panel.
  5. Using a 8 mm socket, push the socket onto the retainers in order to release the retainer ears from the inner panel.
  6. Pull and remove the liftgate center applique from the exterior side of the body panel.
  7. Disconnect all electrical connectors from the applique panel.
1 Liftgate Center Applique Assembly Nut (Qty: 4)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
6 N.m (53 lb in)
2 Liftgate Center Applique Assembly
TIP:  The rearview camera, if equipped, will come as part of the new liftgate center applique assembly.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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