Open the liftgate window.
Remove the push-pin retainer from the trim panel.
Close the liftgate window.
Open the liftgate.
1. Remove the screw that retains the pullstrap to the liftgate trim panel.
2. Remove the pullstrap from the liftgate trim panel.
3. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to carefully release the trim panel retainers.
4. Remove the trim panel from the liftgate.
Installation Procedure
Install the trim panel to the liftgate.
Ensure that the trim panel retainers are fully seated.
Install the pullstrap to the trim panel. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the screw that retains the pullstrap to the trim panel. Tighten the pullstrap screw to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
Close the lift gate.
Open the liftgate window.
Install the push-pin retainer.
Close the liftgate window.
Latch Replacement - Liftgate
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the liftgate window garnish molding.
2. Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Disconnect the outside handle rod from the bellcrank.
1. Disconnect the bellcrank rod from the latch/lock assembly.
2. Remove the screws that retain the bellcrank to the latch/lock.
3. Remove the bellcrank from the latch/lock.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the latch assembly.
2. Disconnect the lock cylinder bellcrank rod (1) from the latch assembly.
3. Remove the screws that retain the latch/lock assembly to the liftgate.
4. Remove the latch/lock assembly from the liftgate.
Installation Procedure
Position the latch/lock assembly to the liftgate. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the screws that retain the latch/lock assembly to the liftgate. Tighten the screws to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Connect the lock cylinder bellcrank rod (1) to the latch/lock assembly.
Connect the electrical connector to the latch/lock assembly.
Position the bellcrank to the latch/lock assembly.
Install the screws that retain the bellcrank to the latch/lock assembly. Tighten the screws to 0.7 N.m (6 lb in).
Connect the bellcrank rod to the latch/lock assembly.
Connect the outside handle rod to the bellcrank.
Install the liftgate trim panel.
Install the liftgate window garnish molding.

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