Trunk / Liftgate Handle: Service and Repair

Tail Gate Outer Handle

REMOVAL
1. Remove tail gate tray.




2. Remove tail gate cover.




3. Remove rod clamp. Remove nuts and detach lock handle.




4. Remove tail gate outer handle.

INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

NOTE: After installing, make sure that outer handle works properly.