Latch - Control Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the liftgate insulator pad. (Refer to LIFTGATE INSULATOR PAD )
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Disconnect the outside handle link from the latch. (Fig 1 ).

Fig 1: Removing Latch Control Assembly & Handle
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Open the plastic retention clips and separate the latch cables from the control assembly.
Remove the three bolts and remove the control assembly. (Fig 2 )

Fig 2: Removing Latch Fasteners
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