Tailgate Release Actuator Test (Without Power Tailgate)

Tailgate Release Actuator Test

Without Power Tailgate

1. Remove the tailgate trim panel.

2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the tailgate release actuator (B).

3. Check the actuator by connecting battery power to the terminal No. 2 and ground to the terminal No. 1. To prevent damage to the actuator, apply battery voltage only momentarily.
The actuator should work.

4. If the actuator does not work, replace the tailgate latch assembly. Service and Repair