Removing Tailgate interior window surround in T5 Shuttle?

[ShuttleShinanigans]

Hi,
I've a 2011 T5 Shuttle with tailgate. The rear brake light at the top of the tailgate is broken, so I need to replace it, but to do this the interior window surround trim needs to be removed first to get access to the light securing screws. There are no visible fastenings. If you can tell me how to remove it that would be much appreciated.

Cheers,
Dominic

 

[Ads_Essex]

I can’t speak for a T5, only a T6, but on my Cali tailgate panel you simply foot it with a trim-tool, grip it and pull it away. Metal clips hold it in place.

 

[VanDamMan]

Hi,
I've a 2011 T5 Shuttle with tailgate. The rear brake light at the top of the tailgate is broken, so I need to replace it, but to do this the interior window surround trim needs to be removed first to get access to the light securing screws. There are no visible fastenings. If you can tell me how to remove it that would be much appreciated.

Cheers,
Dominic

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metal clips hold it in place ...will leaver of....but don’t damage elements

 

[ShuttleShinanigans]

metal clips hold it in place ...will leaver of....but don’t damage elements

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Wow! Awesome reply. Thanks.