Removing-refitting tailgate (page 2 of 2)

• disconnect the supply connectors, then remove the retaining bands to release the wiring from the tailgate;

• separate the cable protective outer casing from the tailgate (left inset);
• release the cables via the tailgate (right inset);

Suitably bind the cables to facilitate the subsequent refitting inside the tailgate.

• working as illustrated in the diagram, remove the retaining spring for the shock absorber stem from the pin on the tailgate;