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Liftgate Window Latch Replacement




Liftgate Window Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the liftgate window garnish molding. Refer to Rear Window Garnish Molding Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).




3. Remove the bolts that retain the latch to the liftgate.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
5. Remove the latch from the liftgate.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the latch to the liftgate.
2. Connect the electrical connector.
3. Install the bolts that retain the latch to the lift gate.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Adjust the portion of the latch to allow the lift gate window striker enter the center of the latch.

Tighten the latch bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

5. Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Install the liftgate window garnish molding. Refer to Rear Window Garnish Molding Replacement (Service and Repair).