Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy XL, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the liftgate latch assembly from the liftgate. Refer to LATCH REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE .
- Place the latch assembly on a clean, prepared surface.
- Remove the 2 screws (2) that retain the lock actuator (1) to the latch assembly.
- Simultaneously lift up on and rotate the actuator away from the latch in order to disengage the rubber bumper (1) from the latch.