Liftgate Latch Switch Inspection

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the liftgate lower trim. (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator. (See LIFTGATE LATCH AND LOCK ACTUATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Press the latch in using a flathead screwdriver to inspect the latch lever condition.

Fig 1: Pressing Latch Using Flathead Screwdriver
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Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
- If not as indicated in the table, replace the liftgate latch and lock actuator.
Fig 2: Liftgate Latch Switch Terminal Continuity Chart
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Fig 3: Liftgate Latch Switch Circuit
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