Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
Rear Seat Back Cushion - Left Side (3) - Remove - Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation - Left Side
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Rear Side Door Sill Garnish Molding (1) - Remove
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Rear Seat Shoulder Belt Guide (1) - Reposition
Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (2) - Remove
- Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (1) - Remove
Starting at the front of the quarter window trim finish panel (1), release the retainers.
- Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel (1) - Remove
Load Floor Stowage Compartment Cover (1) - Remove
Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Divider Retainer (1) - Remove [4x]
- Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Divider (2) - Remove
Liftgate Lock Striker Cover (1) - Remove
- Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Liftgate Sill Garnish Molding (2) - Remove
Convenience Net Retainer (1) - Remove
Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt Cap (1) - Remove
- Using a breaker bar and a T40 Torx bit, loosen the cargo tie down bolt.
- Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt (2) - Remove
- Cargo Tie Down Loop (3) - Remove
Quarter Trim Panel Cover (1) - Remove
- Body Lock Pillar Lower Trim Panel Bolt (2) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel - Left Side (1) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Active Safety Control Module Bracket Nut (1) - Remove [3x]
- Image Processing Module (2) - Remove
Please be advised that the cargo tie down loop requires high torque efforts to remove.
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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.