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Tailgate Lower Handle Replacement

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NOTE:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take care not to kink the cable.
  1. Swing the tailgate open.
  2. Remove the tailgate trim panel (see TAILGATE TRIM PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. Remove the tailgate lower handle (A).
    1. -1 Detach the cable clip (B).
    2. -2 Remove the nuts securing the lower handle.
    3. -3 Pull out the handle, and disconnect the lower handle cable (C).
    Fig 1: Tailgate Lower Handle And Cable Clip With Torque Specifications
    G05965845Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Install the lower handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the threaded studs before reinstalling the handle.
    • Make sure the lower handle cable is connected securely.
    • Make sure the tailgate opens in swing mode properly.
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