Body & Frame: Windows: Interior/Exterior: DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate: Latch: Removal

Fig 1: Latch Rod

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1. Remove liftgate trim panels. (Refer to BODY/LIFTGATE/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL) 
2. Disconnect the exterior handle actuator rod (2).
   Fig 2: Latch

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3. Disconnect the electrical connectors (1).
4. Remove the screws (3) and remove the latch (2).