Liftgate Latch

REMOVAL
1. Remove the liftgate trim panel.







2. Remove the liftgate watershield.







3. Disconnect the liftgate latch release rod from the liftgate latch remote control.
1 Open the clip.
2 Disconnect the liftgate latch release rod.







4. Remove the liftgate latch.
1 Remove the bolts.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector.
3 Remove the liftgate latch and the liftgate release rod.

INSTALLATION







1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

NOTE:
- If replacement of the liftgate latch release rods necessary, be sure to match the color coded rods for proper installation.
- Make sure the liftgate latch release rod is not preloading the latch. It should be clipped in a relaxed state with no slack.
- Position the liftgate latch release rod by pushing outboard to remove the slack.