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Removal and Installation

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  1. Open the tailgate.
  2. Remove the 10 screws and the tailgate access panel.
  3. Disconnect the tailgate actuating rods from the remote control.
  4. Remove the tailgate release handle.
    1. Remove the 2 tailgate latch remote control nuts.
      • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    2. Remove the tailgate release handle.
    3. Remove the tailgate latch remote control.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.


  1. Open the tailgate.
  2. Remove the 10 screws and the tailgate access panel.
  3. Disconnect the tailgate actuating rods from the remote control.
  4. Remove the tailgate release handle.
    1. Remove the 2 tailgate latch remote control nuts.
      • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    2. Remove the tailgate release handle.
    3. Remove the tailgate latch remote control.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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