Liftgate Power Assist Actuator Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
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. WARNING: When a liftgate hydraulic system component is removed, installed or disconnected, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle, liftgate hydraulic system, or personal injury. CAUTION: DO NOT exceed the limit of the liftgate power assist actuator ball socket joint's free motion during installation to prevent possibility of damage to the actuator. Preliminary Procedure Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel- Right Side - Remove - Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
1	Liftgate Power Assist Actuator Procedure Release the locking tabs on the strut. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install the actuator to the body bracket pivot first and then install to the liftgate pivot. Ensure the clip is fully seated when the strut is reinstalled. If the clip cannot be fully seated, a new strut should be installed.

Callout

Component Name

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.

WARNING:

When a liftgate hydraulic system component is removed, installed or disconnected, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle, liftgate hydraulic system, or personal injury.

CAUTION:

DO NOT exceed the limit of the liftgate power assist actuator ball socket joint's free motion during installation to prevent possibility of damage to the actuator.

Preliminary Procedure Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel- Right Side - Remove - Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement

Liftgate Power Assist Actuator

Procedure

Release the locking tabs on the strut.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Install the actuator to the body bracket pivot first and then install to the liftgate pivot.
Ensure the clip is fully seated when the strut is reinstalled. If the clip cannot be fully seated, a new strut should be installed.