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Latch - Liftgate - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Remove the liftgate cinching actuator from the vehicle. See ACTUATOR - CINCHING - LIFTGATE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  2. Remove a small amount of the butyl patch, release the locking tab and Velcro strap, and then release the liftgate emergency release handle from the liftgate.
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  3. Gently remove the liftgate emergency release handle Velcro patch from the liftgate.
    NOTE: The Velcro patch will be reused further in the procedure.
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  4. Use a plastic trim tool to lift the emergency release cable, and then carefully remove the cable from the liftgate.
    CAUTION: Use caution when releasing the cable.
    NOTE: The cable is snug to the liftgate.
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  5. Disconnect the liftgate latch electrical connector.
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  6. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the liftgate latch to the liftgate.

    10 N.m (7.4 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • T30 socket
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  7. Remove the liftgate latch from the liftgate, and then release the liftgate cinch cable from latch arm.
    NOTE: Handle carefully so as to not cause damage to the emergency release cable.
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