Liftgate Power Assist Actuator Replacement

Fig 1: Liftgate Power Assist Actuator

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement Disconnect the electrical connector.
1	Liftgate Power Assist Actuator 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 Disconnect the pass through grommet. Release the strut retainers/clips using a small flat bladed tool to retract clip slightly while removing lock tabs. Ensure the retainer/clip is fully seated when rod is reinstalled. If clip cannot be fully seated, a new rod should be installed. If any portion of the power liftgate assembly is replaced, repaired or disassembled, perform the following liftgate calibration procedure. Liftgate Calibration

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement
Disconnect the electrical connector.

Liftgate Power Assist Actuator

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

Disconnect the pass through grommet.
Release the strut retainers/clips using a small flat bladed tool to retract clip slightly while removing lock tabs.
Ensure the retainer/clip is fully seated when rod is reinstalled. If clip cannot be fully seated, a new rod should be installed.
If any portion of the power liftgate assembly is replaced, repaired or disassembled, perform the following liftgate calibration procedure. Liftgate Calibration