Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair

Tailgate Latch Replacement

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- If the tailgate latch can't be unlocked by using the keyless entry transmitter or the inside/outside tailgate switches, remove the maintenance lid (A) from the tailgate lower trim panel, then turn the emergency lever (B) clockwise as shown.





1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures.

NOTE: If you remove the tailgate latch while the negative battery cable is still connected, the vehicle goes into the fail-safe mode.

2. Remove the tailgate lower trim panel .

3. Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A) and the actuator connector (B).





4. Remove the bolts (C, D).

5. Pull the tailgate latch (E) out, then remove it.





6. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
- Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.
- Check for any DTCs that may have been set during repairs, and clear them.
- Make sure the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.