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Subject:Re: 1986 Vanagon: Can't unlock rear hatch
From:Dan N
Date:Sun, 9 Oct 2016 15:54:05 -0700

you will need this tool to remove the hatch panel

http://www.autozone.com/test-scan-and-specialty-tools/upholstery-clip-removal-tool/oem-window-and-door-clip-remover-installer/191679_0_0/?checkfit=true

or this

https://www.amazon.com/Bastex-Upholstery-Remover-Plastic-breaking/dp/B01HMZHHJC/ref=pd_day0_263_1?ie=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01HMZHHJC&pd_rd_r=DK0SHXH7F11Z4J055E87&pd_rd_w=oryan&pd_rd_wg=UxxN6&psc=1&refRID=DK0SHXH7F11Z4J055E87

and a dozen of this when you the panel back...

http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_1741_606/sliding-door-rear-panel-rear-hatch-panel-clip.html