Section 540 (Body - Interior & Exterior): Liftgate: Latch: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the latch (1) onto the inside of the liftgate.
- Install and tighten the three bolts (2) that secure the latch (1)to the studs on the inside of the liftgate. Tighten the nuts to 12 N.m (9 ft. lbs.).
- Connect electrical connectors (2) to the latch (1).
- Reinstall the lower trim panel onto the inside of the liftgate. (Refer to BODY/DECKLID/HATCH/LIFTGATE/TAILGATE/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION) .
- Reconnect the battery negative cable.
- Close the liftgate.