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Tailgate Latch: Removal

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  1. Remove the tailgate access cover.
    1. Remove the screws.
    2. Remove the tailgate access cover.
    Fig 1: Removing Tailgate Access Cover
    G03437650Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Disconnect the tailgate latch release link from the tailgate latch remote control.
    1. Open the tailgate latch rod retainer.
    2. Disconnect the tailgate latch release link from the tailgate latch remote control.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Tailgate Latch Release Link
    G03437651Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Disconnect the tailgate support cables from the pickup bed strikers.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Tailgate Support Cables
    G03437652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the tailgate latch.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Remove the tailgate latch.
      • Remove the tailgate latch release link.
    Fig 4: Removing Tailgate Latch
    G03437653Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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