Tailgate Switch Inspection

Check the power tailgate control module input/output value by using the diagnostic tool. If the operation of tailgate module is abnormal, replace power tailgate switch.
When checking tailgate switch operation, select a vehicle type and "POWER SLIDING/TAILGATE" menu.

Fig 1: Scantool Display - Power Sliding/Tailgate
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Select the "POWER TAILGATE" menu to check.

Fig 2: Scantool Display - Power Tailgate
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Select the sensor output. And then check the power tailgate local switch output value changed by the controlling PTG.

Fig 3: Scantool Display - Power Tailgate Local Switch Output Value
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If there is no input/output change from OFF to ON during PTG operation, change the power tailgate switch.