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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in GM Vehicles Cautions & Notices.
IMPORTANT: Install the new retainers whenever the control rods are removed.
  1. Install the latch (4) with the control rod to the liftgate (3).
    2. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Lift Gate Latch & Control Rod
    G02507067Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the liftgate latch screws (6). Tighten:  Tighten the liftgate latch screws to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
  3. Use the following procedure in order to install the control rods to the actuator lever (2):
    1. Push the actuator lever and the control rod together (2).
    2. Push the control rod through the hole.
  4. Install the liftgate garnish molding (1). Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE  .
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Lift Gate Latch Components
    G02507068Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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