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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2019TRAX PREMIER, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 54 (EXTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLIFTGATE SIDE APPLIQUE REPLACEMENT (CHEVROLET)
2019 Chevrolet Trax Premier, AWD

Liftgate Side Applique Replacement (Chevrolet)

2019 Chevrolet Trax Premier, AWDSECTION Liftgate Side Applique Replacement (Chevrolet)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Trax and 2018 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
  1. Reposition the rear end spoiler. Refer to Rear End Spoiler Replacement .
  2. Remove the liftgate center applique. Refer to Liftgate Center Applique Replacement (Chevrolet) .
1 Liftgate Side Applique

Procedure

  1. Gently pull up on the bottom portion of the liftgate side applique and use a trim type release tool to release the bottom retainer.
    NOTE:

    Apply a suitable tape to the body side outer frame to protect the paint. Do not use the trim type release tool on the liftgate window surface.

  2. Release the next 2 retainers from the bottom to the top.
  3. Reposition the rear end spoiler by lifting up the end being serviced.
  4. Rotate the liftgate side applique to access and release the top retainer.
  5. Replace damaged retainers as needed.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.