Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Open the endgate.
Remove the endgate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Endgate .
Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate latches.

Fig 1: Locating Liftgate Latch Electrical Connectors (Aztek)
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Remove the bolts from the liftgate latches.

Fig 2: View Of Liftgate Latch Bolts (Aztek)
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Remove the liftgate latches from the endgate.

Fig 3: Identifying Liftgate Latches (Aztek)
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