Repair Procedures: Replacement

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the rear trim panel. Refer to REAR PILLAR TRIM REPLACEMENT .
Remove the connectors and mounting bolts (2 EA) from the power sliding door unit (A). And then remove the power sliding door control module (B).
TORQUE : 0.025 - 0.035 N.m (0.0025 - 0.0035 kg.m)

Fig 1: Power Sliding Door Unit & Control Module
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
WARNING:
- A learn cycle must be performed whenever the power is removed.
- Check the normal operation whenever a power sliding door component is removed or replaced. If the chime sound is heard, check the DTC, wiring harness and cable connections.