Liftgate Latch Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 GMC Acadia, 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2016 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Liftgate Latch

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Traverse)Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Enclave)Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Acadia) .
1	Liftgate Latch Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Liftgate Latch Assembly Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the plastic tether before installing the liftgate latch. Calibrate the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Calibration . Adjust the liftgate if needed. Refer to Liftgate Adjustment (Acadia)Liftgate Adjustment (Enclave)Liftgate Adjustment (Traverse) .

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure
Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Traverse)Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Enclave)Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Acadia) .

Liftgate Latch Screw (Qty: 3)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
9 N.m (80 lb in)

Liftgate Latch Assembly

Procedure

Disconnect the electrical connector.
Remove the plastic tether before installing the liftgate latch.
Calibrate the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Calibration .
Adjust the liftgate if needed. Refer to Liftgate Adjustment (Acadia)Liftgate Adjustment (Enclave)Liftgate Adjustment (Traverse) .