PTG Power Latch: Replacement
- Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Remove the tail gate trim (Refer to TAILGATE
).
- Remove the tail gate handle rod, actuator rod and key rod.
- Remove the unlatch actuator assembly (A) after removing the connector and nuts (3EA).
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- Remove the tail gate handle rod (A) and connector (B) from the cinching latch assembly (C).
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- Remove the latch mounting screws (3EA) and cinching latch assembly (A) from the tail gate.
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- Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
- Check the power tail gate for normal operation.
- Check the normal operating whenever a power tailgate component is removed or replaced. If the chime sound is heard, check the DTC, wiring harness and cable connections.