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Tailgate Latch: Service and Repair

Rear Gate Latch and Actuator Assembly

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Remove the rear gate trim.
3. Disconnect the harness connector.
4. Remove the two bolts to remove the rear gate latch and actuator assembly.






INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque: N.m (kgf.m, ft.lb)
T1: 7.5 (0.76, 5.5)
T2: 25 (2.5, 18.4)