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With Power Liftgate (PLG)

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  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
  2. Remove the following parts:
    1. Liftgate upper trim (See LIFTGATE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    2. Liftgate side trim (See LIFTGATE SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    3. Liftgate recess cover (See LIFTGATE RECESS REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    4. Power liftgate (PLG) rear switch (See POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) REAR SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    5. Liftgate lower trim (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Disconnect the connectors.
    Fig 1: Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Connector
    G11432742Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the bolts.
    Fig 2: Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G11432743Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator from the liftgate.
    Fig 3: Removing Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator From Liftgate
    G11432744Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.