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Liftgate window Latch

LIFTGATE WINDOW LATCH

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Make sure the liftgate window glass is in the raised position.

1. Remove the liftgate trim panel.







2. Disconnect the liftgate window latch.
1 Disconnect the liftgate window latch ajar switch electrical connector.
2 Open the clip and disconnect the actuating rod.







3. NOTE: Mark the position of the liftgate window latch prior to removing the liftgate window latch bolts.

Remove the 2 bolts and the liftgate window latch.
- To install, tighten to:
- 5 Nm (44 lb-in)(vehicles built through 10/2005)
- 12 Nm (9 lb-ft)(vehicles built after 10/2005)

4. NOTE: The liftgate window latch must be checked to make sure the latch is installed and aligned correctly.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.