Liftgate Actuator Rod Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Actuator Rod

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
1	Liftgate Actuator Rod WARNING: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Procedure Release the locking tabs on the actuator rod. Calibrate the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Calibration .

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Preliminary Procedure:
Remove the left side trim panel. Refer to Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Acadia/OUTLOOK with TB4) or Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Acadia/OUTLOOK with TB5) or Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Enclave with TB4) or Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Enclave with TB5) or Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Traverse with TB4) or Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Traverse with TB5) .

Liftgate Actuator Rod

WARNING: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

Procedure

Release the locking tabs on the actuator rod.
Calibrate the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Calibration .