Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the liftgate upper trim. (See LIFTGATE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the liftgate side trim. (See LIFTGATE SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the liftgate lower trim. (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Disconnect the liftgate lock actuator connector and liftgate latch switch connector.
- Detach the rod from the liftgate key cylinder.
- Remove the clips.
- Remove the bolts.
- Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator
- Detach the cable from the liftgate latch and lock actuator.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.