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Liftgate Open Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the Liftgate trim.

    Refer to TAIL GATE TRIM .

  3. Remove the Liftgate back panel.

    Refer to TAIL GATE BACK PANEL .

  4. Loosen the Liftgate switch mounting screws (2EA).
    Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Switch Mounting Screws
    G09366107Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  5. Remove the Liftgate switch (A) after separating the license lamp wiring.
    Fig 2: Identifying Liftgate Switch
    G09366108Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA