They tried to get it...Fkrs!

[H2 007]

I just replaced mine on my '08. One thing I noticed from the diagrams posted is that the '08 doesn't have the 2 lower loops on either side of the bottom of the liftgate.

Other than this, it's a quick simple 15 minute job. I removed the 1 screw that holds the pull strap on, then pulled down on the 2 plastic clips similar to those posted in the picture above that are at the bottom of the door. Then just pulled down on the entire rear inside panel. The entire thing is held on by the 1 grab strip screw (on the'08) and then just push in clips all the way around.

The license plate pocket is held in by I think 6 or 8 10mm nuts and push in clips. Take off the 10mm nuts and then just pull from the outside and it'll pop off.

You'll just need to disconnect the single cable for the latch if your going to change it out. Don't worry about the door closing with the latch cable off as you can just reach in through the pocket and push on the lever.

I got one with the chrome top on it at the local dealer and after was able to talk them down to $250 out the door (they quoted me $340 to start). The all black ones were about $100 less than that.

Installation was just the reversal. All total I had it done in about 15 minutes.