Not a pic of my 4Runner, but how do I remove this circled chrome trim piece from the tailgate without breaking it?! I've attempted a while back on my old parts 2nd gen, but just broke the whole thing. I can't break this one taking it off and I don't know exactly where to pull to take it off without snapping the clips/tabs holding it on on the back.

Thanks!

 

Bump.

 

Maybe have to remove the interior lift gate panel to access retainers?https://www.reddit.com/r/3rdGen4Runn...license_plate/

 

I believe you are right. Was poking around the tailgate of my parts 4Runner and it seems there are tabs on the back inside the tailgate. For sure a weird way to secure it, but that's what it seems! Haven't went further, but we'll find out!