Latch Actuator: Installation

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Install the latch actuator onto the latch assembly.
Install the three latch actuator retaining screws.
Install the three wires in the main latch electrical connector.
NOTE: Be certain wires are reinstalled in the correct wire cavities. Failure to do so could result in damage to the latch actuator. Refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article for complete circuit schematic or connector pin-out information.

Secure the main connector retaining push pins on the latch actuator housing.

Fig 1: Power Latch Orientation

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1 - LATCH & ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY

2 - LATCH ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

3 - LOCK CYLINDER LINK ROD

4 - LIFTGATE LOCK CYLINDER

Grab the latch assembly and hook the key cylinder link rod on the key cylinder. See Fig 1.
Position the latch and install three new latch retaining bolts. Torque to 10 N.m (90 in. lbs.).
Connect the power latch electrical connector. See Fig 1.
Install the lower liftgate trim panel, (Refer to BODY/DECKLID/HATCH/LIFTGATE/TAILGATE/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION) .
Connect the battery negative cable.
Using an appropriate scan tool, check and erase any power liftgate control module diagnostic trouble codes related to the power latch.
Verify power liftgate system and power cinch / release latch operation. Cycle the power liftgate through one complete open and close cycle, this will allow the power liftgate control module to relearn its cycle with the new components.
Verify power liftgate manual operation. Using liftgate key rotate the lock cylinder to verify door operation. Pull door open using exterior liftgate handle / switch.