Section 365 (Interior/Exterior): Liftgate: Latch: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Durango. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: LATCH ROD

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Remove liftgate trim panels. (Refer to BODY/LIFTGATE/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL)
Disconnect the exterior handle actuator rod (2).

Fig 2: LATCH
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Disconnect the electrical connectors (1).
Remove the screws (3) and remove the latch (2).