Tailgate operations

TAILGATE

REMOVAL AND REFITTING

• Remove the tailgate trim (see corresponding operation).
• If equipped, remove the antenna amplifier module from the left or right side of the tailgate.
• Disconnect (Fig.67):

• the washer hose (1),
• the connector (2) of the washer motor,
• the rear light connectors (3),
• the connector (arrow) of the tailgate opening handle,
• the connector (4) of the heated rear window,
• the ground cable (5).

Fig. 67

• Detach the boot (6).
• Pull the wiring harness out of the tailgate.
• With the help of a second technician, support the tailgate, then remove the gas struts (7) by lifting the locking spring clip (8) with a small screwdriver.
• Remove the screws (9), then the tailgate.

When refitting, respect the gap settings.

REMOVAL AND REFITTING

• Push the tailgate lamp (1) downward, then disconnect its connector (Fig.68).
• Unclip the lock trim (2).
• Remove the cover (3).
• Unclip the upper right trim (4), then the upper left trim (5).
• Remove the clips (arrows) from the lower trim (6).
• Unclip the lower trim (6).

To refit, carry out the removal procedure in reverse order.

Fig. 68

REAR WIPER MECHANISM

REMOVAL AND REFITTING

• Remove the wiper arm.
• Remove the cover (1) (Fig.69).

Fig. 69

• Disconnect:

• the washer hose (2),
• the connector (3) of the washer motor.

• Remove the 3 screws (arrows) securing the rear wiper motor.
• Remove the rear wiper motor.

When refitting, check the condition of the seal.