How to: Swap to Trailhawk Jeep WK2 Liftgate Applique 2011-2013

Stock Overland Part # 68081047AA, 68083083AA
Trailhawk Part# 5LL22CDMAA
List of what to do:
Unclip Hatch/Liftgate cover
Unbolt Applique
Unclip applique harness
Unbolt backup camera
Transfer backup camera
Mount applique
Bolt up applique
Test backup camera
Replace liftgate cover

[@_zhawkeye_9808]

...apparently water is leaking into the rear hatch through the top seal of this piece...thanks for showing me how to get into it...👍

[@mrmike1296]

worked like a charm, thank you , 1 other tip i opened the glass window to re-attach the plastic cover that was the biggest pain of the whole project , * note* 2 screws for camera were 3/16 or 5mm

[@flowerchild777]

Helpful, thanks

[@jackstiles1874]

I had mine replaced years ago after an accident. It is gapped on the edges near the lights. Your's looks really tight. I assume if I tightened the outer bots it would tighten that up? Thanks.

[@TroutWest]

Yep the two outer bolts really have an affect on those edges

[@lazerbeam608]

My lock and glass flipper stopped working. I'll try this out but not top priority as used parts are still showing $245

[@TroutWest]

I bought mine new for low 200s.

[@carlosandresmoreno7474]

By any chance would you happen to have the chrome piece still?

[@TroutWest]

Sold it.

[@alihsas]

I have a 2013 GC overland with the powered liftgate.
I want to open it manually to replace the electric lifter and I am not able to find any video on TH-cam or the entire internet sowing me to do it.
I need help.

[@TroutWest]

You'd just need the Laredo strut..the electric lock should still work

[@alihsas]

@@TroutWest The problem I am facing I could not open the liftgate by remote or by the liftgate handle to replace either the electric lifter or the air strut.
its opens and starts moving up for 1 or 2 cm and then closes again.

[@mrmike1296]

gratzi gratzi !

[@techfordummies6801]

where did you get your part from and was it pre painted?

[@TroutWest]

Ebay... Factory color.

[@executivelife8112]

Can I see what it looks like without the chrome piece on now I gotta do it myself to know come on bro

[@TroutWest]

Just google image 2013 WK2 Trailhawk and look at the liftgate pics

[@drdirt9379]

Wht did that part cost ?

[@TroutWest]

180 something I believe.

[@edwardc2432]

This would have been so much more useful if you had shot the video While you were actually doing the swap.

[@TroutWest]

It's really not that complicated, the key is understanding the tips I give in the video. It's really that easy. Plus, if you have questions about the install you can post up what they are and I would have answered them.

[@ManoloSeFue]

Seriously