Liftgate Lock Cylinder: Removal

Remove the liftgate latch. For additional information, refer to LIFTGATE LATCH in this article.
File down the liftgate lock cylinder housing to expose the spring and plunger.

Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Lock Cylinder Housing File Down Specs
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Remove the spring and plunger. Discard the spring.

Fig 2: Removing Spring And Plunger
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Remove the liftgate lock cylinder.

Fig 3: Removing Liftgate Lock Cylinder
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