SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2004)
Tools and Materials Required
Caution:
When a hold open device is being removed or installed, provide an alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or
personal injury.
1.
Check the high mount stop lamp for proper operation. If some or all of the bulbs are burned out, replace the lamp assembly. If the lamp assembly
is to be replaced, this repair procedure must be followed.
2.
Open the lift gate.
3.
Remove the lift gate interior trim panel.
4.
Remove the grommets at the upper corners of the vehicle.
5.
Disconnect the electrical connectors and the washer hose at the upper corners of the vehicle.
6.
With the aid of an assistant, support the lift gate in the open position.
7.
Remove both lift gate assist rods from the upper ball studs.
8.
Open the access panel doors in the header trim panel.
9.
Remove the nuts retaining the lift gate hinges to the vehicle.
10.
With the aid of an assistant, remove the lift gate from the vehicle.
11.
Remove the fasteners securing the high mount stop lamp bezel to the lift gate.
12.
Separate the forward edge of the bezel from the lift gate. It may be necessary to use a heat gun and a commercial4ype utility knife.
13.
Disconnect the high mount stop lamp electrical connector from the wiring harness.
14.
Inspect the bezel for excessive distortion or warpage. Replace if necessary (this is a paint-to-match part).
15.
Remove any tape residue from the surfaces of the lift gate and the high mount stop lamp bezel. It may be necessary to use a heat gun and a 50/50
mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water.
16.
Remove any clear sealer residue from the lift gate surface.
