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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 381 (INTERIOR TRIM AND INTERIOR PANELING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLIFTGATE TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement
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Fig 1: Liftgate Trim Panel
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Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
Remove liftgate window upper garnish molding. Refer to Liftgate Garnish Molding Replacement .
1 Liftgate Trim Finish Panel Screw (Qty: 4)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
2 N.m (18 lb in)
2 Liftgate Trim Finish Panel Assembly
  1. Pull outward to disengage retainers and clips.
  2. Disconnect electrical connector.
3 Liftgate Trim Finish Panel Retainer (Qty: 12)
4 Liftgate Trim Finish Panel Clip (Qty: 5)
RENDER: 1.0x

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

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