Liftgate Lock And Opener Removal/Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the liftgate lower trim. (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. To remove the liftgate outer handle, remove the rear finisher.
4. Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 1: Liftgate Lock And Opener With Torque Specifications

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