Tailgate Release Handle: Service and Repair

RELEASE HANDLE/LATCH REMOTE

REMOVAL

1. Remove the tailgate cover.
2. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the latch actuator rods for ease of installation.

Fig. 3:

3. Disconnect the latch actuator rods. (Fig. 3)

Fig. 5:

4. Remove the control assembly nuts and remove the control assembly and the exterior handle. (Fig. 5)

INSTALLATION

1. Install the handle and the control assembly.
2. Install the nuts and tighten to 7 N.m (60 in.lbs).
3. Connect the actuator rods using the marks made during removal.
4. Install the cover.