Power Liftgate Link Rod

Power Liftgate Link Rod

Removing

- Open the liftgate.

- Using an appropriate flat-bladed tool, pry the plastic retainer (1) up to release the locking mechanism from the mounting sphere (2). Do not try to remove the retainer, it is not designed to be removed.






- Remove the link rod (1) from the liftgate pivot bracket (2) by gently pulling the link rod away from the liftgate.






- Remove the D-pillar trim from the vehicle..

- Remove the link rod from the drive unit sphere by gently pulling the link rod away from the drive unit.

Installing

- Install the drive unit end of the link rod (1) onto the sphere by gently pushing straight on.






- Install the liftgate end of the link rod (1) onto the liftgate (3) pivot bracket (2) by gently pushing straight on.

- Push the plastic retainer (1) down to lock the link rod mounting sphere (2) into position for both ends of the link rod.






- Install the D-pillar trim on the vehicle..

- Perform the power liftgate learn cycle. Refer to => [ Power Liftgate Learn Cycle ] Power Liftgate Learn Cycle.