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To remove

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  1. Open the tailgate.
  2. Remove the tailgate trim, see DOOR TRIM, TAILGATE .
  3. Remove the push rods for the lock (2 clips) and leave them suspended in the plastic hinge respective door handle. Also unplug the connector for the lock.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Step 3-5
    G03509276Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the retainer bolts from the lock (3 bolts).
  5. Remove the door lock by carefully lifting it out.