Repair Procedures: Replacement

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the third, fourth seat. Refer to SEAT .
Remove the D pillar and luggage side trim. Refer to LUGGAGE SIDE TRIM REPLACEMENT .
Use a small screw driver to loosen clip (A). But do not remove power tailgate push rod (B).

Fig 1: Push Rod & Clip
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Remove the power tail gate motor mounting bolts (3 EA) and connectors (4 EA). And then remove the power tail gate drive unit (A).
TORQUE : 0.22 - 0.27 N.m (0.022 - 0.027 kg.m)

Fig 2: Power Tail Gate Drive Unit
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NOTE: PTG drive unit bracket connector (B) does not need to be disconnected in this procedure.

Fig 3: PTG Drive Unit Bracket Connector
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
- Connect the connectors tightly.
- Check the power tail gate for normal operation correctly.
WARNING:
- A lost drive unit mounting bolt in the vehicle may make a noise.
- Don't operate the power tail gate when a push rod is removed.
- A learn cycle must be performed whenever the power is removed.
- Check the normal operating whenever a power tailgate component is removed or replaced. If the chime sound is heard, check the DTC, wiring harness and cable connections.