Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 1910

Fig. 74: Identifying Liftgate Side Trim With Clips & Tab
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LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim. (See LIFTGATE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the liftgate side trim. (See LIFTGATE SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the position shown in the figure, and pull the screwdriver
in the direction of the arrow to detach clips A.
5. Detach tabs B and remove the liftgate recess.
6. Disconnect the PLG sub switch connector. (Vehicles with PLG)
Fig. 75: Removing Liftgate Recess
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2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 BODY & ACCESSORIES Interior Trim - Mazda CX-9