2000 LC - how to remove the hinged flap between body and tailgate? (1 Viewer)

[Gromulin]

I've searched here to no avail, probably because I don't know the official name of it. I'm removing / cleaning the cargo carpet. Took out the five screws, and the thing wont budge. Tried prying at the ends, prying up...I'm stumped. I'm sure its something stupid I'm missing.

Thanks in advance.

 

[trdcorolla]

The FSM image on this thread about removing the rear mat set plate doesn't show much either, but it does have a note to tape up a screwdriver tip...

DIY Backup Camera Install 2002 Lexus LX 470 w/ Factory Nav

 

[Gromulin]

The FSM image on this thread about removing the rear mat set plate doesn't show much either, but it does have a note to tape up a screwdriver tip...

DIY Backup Camera Install 2002 Lexus LX 470 w/ Factory Nav

Thanks...I tried prying up. Didn't want to crack the plastic, seemed like something was still holding it down.

 

[Slashzero]

I got as far as removing the five screws, and I could not get mine off either. I eventually gave up. I didn’t want to break anything.

 

[Madbodhi]

You have one of these on either end.

Attaches through the square hole in the bottom of the side panel.

Additionally the holes where the screws go through are expanded enough even after removing the screws to need alil tough love to pop up. Use 2 panel tools, one as a jimmy to pull up abit and a V to get in there and pop it.

 

[Gromulin]

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You have one of these on either end.
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Attaches through the square hole in the bottom of the side panel.
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Additionally the holes where the screws go through are expanded enough even after removing the screws to need alil tough love to pop up. Use 2 panel tools, one as a jimmy to pull up abit and a V to get in there and pop it.

You. Are. The. Man.
Thank you!

 

[peterb]

Thank you for this thread!