DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate/Swing Gate: Latch: Installation

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WARNING:

On vehicles equipped with the high voltage system, disconnecting the 12-volt battery negative cable alone will not power down the 12-volt system. You must perform the 12-volt Power Down procedure before proceeding. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

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Connect the harness connector (2) to the latch (1).
Position the latch into liftgate access cavity.

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Install the fasteners (1) to the latch. Tighten fasteners to 8 N.m (6 ft. lbs.).
Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to PANEL, TRIM, LIFTGATE, INSTALLATION .
On vehicles equipped with the high voltage system, power up the 12 volt system. Refer to 12 VOLT POWER UP .
Connect the 12-volt negative battery cable.