Removal and Installation

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Remove the liftgate trim panel.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Liftgate Latch Remote Control Actuating Rods
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the liftgate latch remote control actuating rods.
1. Open the clip and disconnect the liftgate window latch actuating rod.
2. Open the clip and disconnect the liftgate latch actuating rod.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
1. If equipped, disconnect the liftgate latch actuator electrical connector.
2. Release the liftgate window latch ajar switch wiring harness locator.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Liftgate Latch Remote Control Assembly
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the liftgate latch remote control assembly.
- Remove the screw.
- Remove the nuts.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Transfer all necessary components.