Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Locating Lock Rods

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Install the latch to crank rod and lock cylinder rod to latch.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch

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Position the latch to the liftgate.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the bolts to the liftgate latch.
Tighten: Tighten the liftgate latch bolts to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).
Install liftgate lock cylinder. Refer to Liftgate Lock Cylinder Replacement .

Fig 3: Crank & Clamshell-Style Clip

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Install the crank by sliding the latch to crank rod into the crank.
Install the crank bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the crank bolts to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: Check for proper adjustment of outside handle rod. There should be no tension on the pivot or liftgate latch.

Adjust the outside handle rod to freely enter the clamshell-style retainer clip in the crank and snap into place.
Check the function of the latch by doing the following:
- Reset the liftgate latch by inserting a screwdriver into the mouth of the latch.
- Pull outside handle.
- If outside handle does not actuate the latch, adjust the outside handle rod's position inside the clamshell-style retainer clip.
Connect the electrical connector, if equipped, to the liftgate latch.
Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement .
Close the liftgate.