Open the tail gate.Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the location of the stabilizer cup (1) and insert to aid installation.Remove the bolts for the stabilizer cup and remove the cup.

Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the position of the striker (1) to aid installation. Remove the bolts (2) attaching the striker (1) to the body.Remove the bolts (3) for the insert (4) and remove the insert.