Liftgate Center Applique Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Center Applique Nuts And Integral Retainer

Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

LIFTGATE CENTER APPLIQUE DESCRIPTION

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the interior liftgate trim panel. Refer to LIFTGATE TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT (UPPER) and LIFTGATE TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT (LOWER) . Remove the rear wiper arm and blade assembly. Refer to REAR WINDOW WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT .
1	Liftgate Center Applique Nut (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE . Tip: Release the four lower nuts first and ensure the foam gaskets are in place on the studs prior to re-assembly. Tightening torque 5 N.m (44 lb in)
2	Integral Retainer (Qty: 5) Tip: Release the five upper retainers second.
3	Liftgate Center Applique Procedure Pull the panel rearward and disconnect the electrical connector and two bulbs from the liftgate panel.