Who in the hell designed this thing? First I broke every single red tab taking of the tailgate door card then i get to the last nut, STRATEGICALLY tucked away behind the latch mechanism so that you can't get a tool or you hand back there. Well done Land Rover. Any tips are appreciated.

 

Here is another army of tabs, sir, trained to fight to the death.

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P.S. a panel popper tool does wonders. I have this guy. It really helps, since it puts even pressure on the tabs.

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Nice tool! I just bought it with a 30% off coupon code.

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Use that at check, 30% off entire order.

 

I have one, it didn't help. Right now I need assistance getting that last nut off the handle.

 

I have a door with the back off at home to look at, but a picture would be great, if you could. Also, what does the RAVE manual suggest?

It really is worth it. They make a similar model for pushing hoses off their ribbed fittings. Try not to let your's rust, or it might mark up the interior.