Land Rover Defender: Tailgate Wiring Harness
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL
NOTES:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending
on the vehicle specification, but the
essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components
removed to provide extra clarity.
1. Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
2. Remove the right loadspace trim panel.
3. Remove the tailgate trim panel.
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- Release the 6 clips.
- Remove the D-pillar upper finisher.
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- Release the 3 clips.
- Remove the aperture right finisher.
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- Remove the ground nut.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Release the 2 wiring harness clips.
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- Disconnect the 7 electrical connectors.
- Release the 13 wiring harness clips.
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Release the upper grommet.
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Release the lower grommet.
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Remove the tailgate wiring harness.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the tailgate wiring harness.
2.
- Install the lower grommet.
- Install the upper grommet.
3.
- Connect the 7 electrical connectors.
- Install the 13 wiring harness clips.
4.
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Install the 2 wiring harness clips.
- Install and tighten the ground nut.
Torque: 9Nm
5.
- Install the aperture right finisher.
- Install the 3 clips.
6. Install the D-pillar upper finisher.
7. Install the tailgate trim panel.
8. Install the right loadspace trim panel.
9. Connect the startup battery ground cable.
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REMOVAL
NOTES:
This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending
on the vehicle specification, but the
essential information is always correct.
This
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relevant Description and Operation section in the
workshop manual.
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INSPECTION AND VERIFI
COOLER AND WARMER BOX - PART NUMBER:
VPLVS0176
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WARNING:
Accessories which are not correctly installed can be dangerous. Read the
instructions carefully prior to
installation. Comply with instructions at all times. If in doubt, contact your
nearest approved retailer.
INST
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