Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, and 2006 Buick Terraza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate .
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Liftgate .
- Remove the license plate lamp sockets by turning the sockets counterclockwise.
- Remove the liftgate handle nuts (1, 2) from the studs inside the liftgate (3).
- Remove the bolts (2) from the liftgate handle.
- Remove the liftgate latch cable from the handle.
- Remove the liftgate handle from the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate handle gasket and discard.