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Liftgate Actuator Switch Replacement (L48)



Liftgate Actuator Switch Replacement (L48)

Removal Procedure

1. Open the liftgate.




2. Remove the lock trim panel.

* Disconnect the clip.
* Remove the bolt.





3. Remove the luggage shade brackets (3) - left side.
4. Remove the upper liftgate garnish molding (2) - left side.
Release the 4 clips.
5. Remove the luggage shade brackets (3) - right side.
6. Remove the upper liftgate garnish molding (2) - right side.
Release the 4 clips.
7. Remove the liftgate inner lower trim panel.
Release the 8 clips.




8. Remove the liftgate applique.

* Disconnect the wiring harness plug.
* Remove the 6 nuts (1).
* Remove the liftgate applique (arrows).





9. Remove the center plug from the liftgate applique.

* Remove the plug.
* Remove the plug with the wiring harness from the guide (arrow).





10. Remove the liftgate actuator switch.

* Remove the 2 guides (arrow).
* Remove the switch with the full wiring harness.




Installation Procedure

1. Install the liftgate lock actuator switch.

* Lock the 2 guides.
* Install the switch with the full wiring harness.
* Position the wiring harness.

2. Install the center plug in the liftgate panel mounting.
Secure the plug.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

3. Install the liftgate applique.

Tighten the 6 nuts to 3 N.m (26 lb in).

4. Connect the wiring harness plug.
5. Install the liftgate lower trim panel.
Install the 8 clips.
6. Install the lock trim panel.
Install the clip.

Tighten the bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

7. Install the upper interior paneling - right side.
Install the 4 clips.
8. Install the luggage shade bracket - right side.
9. Install the upper liftgate garnish molding - left side.
Install the 4 clips.
10. Install the luggage shade bracket - left side.
11. Close the liftgate.