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
3rd Row Seat (2) - Remove - 3rd Row Seat Removal and Installation (ARN / AS8)
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Rear Side Door Sill Garnish Molding (1) - Remove
Place the rear seat (1) in the fold and tumble position.
Liftgate Weatherstrip (1) - Reposition
Liftgate Lock Striker Cover (1) - Remove
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Rear End Trim Finish Panel (1) - Remove
Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) - Remove
- Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) - Remove
- NOTE:
Feed the rear seat belt opening bezel and rear seat belt through the body lock upper trim panel.
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (1) - Reposition
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Pull the body side rear window garnish molding right side (1) outwards enough to access the tether fastener.
Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Bolt (1) - Remove
- Body Side Rear Window Garnish Molding Tether Retaining Clip (2) - Remove
Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding Bolt (1) - Remove
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Body Rear Corner Upper Garnish Molding (1) - Remove
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
Convenience Net Retainer (1) - Remove
- Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt Cap (2) - Open
- Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt (3) - Remove
- Cargo Tie Down Loop (4) - Remove
Using a flat bladed plastic trim tool, release the retaining clips.
- Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel- Right Side (1) - Reposition
Active Safety Control Module Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Image Processing Module (2) - Remove
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
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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.