Tailgate Latch: Service and Repair

Rear Gate Latch Assembly

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Remove the rear gate trim.
3. Disconnect the harness connector of rear gate latch assembly.
4. Remove the two screws.






5. Remove the rear gate latch assembly.

INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque:
T1: 28 N.m (2.8 kgf-m, 20.6 ft-lb)
T2: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)