Liftgate Outside Handle: Removal
- Remove liftgate trim. See Fig 2.
- Disconnect latch linkage and electrical connectors from liftgate control assembly. See Fig 1.
1 - ELECTRICAL WIRING CONNECTORS 2 - LINKAGE 3 - CONTROL ASSEMBLY - Remove liftgate control assembly from liftgate.
- Remove fasteners attaching liftgate outside handle.
- Using a heat gun, apply heat to the wings to loosen the double sided tape for removal of the handle.
- Clean surface of any residua.
| 1 - LIFTGATE OUTSIDE HANDLE |
| 2 - PULL LEVER ARM |
| 3 - LIFTGATE |
| 4 - ATTACHING PUSH NUTS |
| 5 - ATTACHING NUTS |