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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the latch/lock assembly to the liftgate.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the screws that retain the latch/lock assembly to the liftgate.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screws to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  3. Connect the lock cylinder bellcrank rod (1) to the latch/lock assembly.
  4. Connect the electrical connector to the latch/lock assembly.
  5. Position the bellcrank to the latch/lock assembly.
  6. Fig 1: Installing Screws Retaining Bellcrank To Latch/Lock Assembly
    G01719012Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the screws that retain the bellcrank to the latch/lock assembly.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the screws to 0.7 N.m (6 lb in).

  8. Fig 2: Connecting Bellcrank Rod To Latch/Lock Assembly
    G01719013Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the bellcrank rod to the latch/lock assembly.
  10. Fig 3: Connecting Outside Handle Rod To Bellcrank
    G01719014Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Connect the outside handle rod to the bellcrank.
  12. Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - Lift Gate (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada) .
  13. Install the liftgate window garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT--REAR WINDOW in Interior Trim.