How to access tailgate lift controls?

[jdmidwest]

After this winter's ice melt solution I have noticed a little rust stain coming around the bezel for the license plate mount on the rear door. The lift handle is getting a little sticky too. I want to take it apart and clean/lube the inside of the rear tailgate but can't see any screws or simple access. Does it just pop off?

 

[blcktpgsr]

Try removing the inside plastic panel of the rear door held by a bunch of 10mm hex heads and 4 snap clips. Inside you'll see some screws holding the licence plate bezel in place, at the same time you'll have access to the lift gate latch cable for servicing.

 

[YotaZach85]

The plastic panel only has 1 bolt that I remember, the 1 that holds the strap, then the black metal cover has a bunch of 10mm bolts.

 

[blcktpgsr]

The plastic panel only has 1 bolt that I remember, the 1 that holds the strap, then the black metal cover has a bunch of 10mm bolts.

I was thinking way ahead...you were right it's the metal plate behind the plastic cover that's held by 10mm bolts...Duh! How'd that one slipped my mind?:bash:

 

[jdmidwest]

Thanks,

I was wondering if the whole thing was held on by snap clips or something. Good thing I did not start prying away.