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Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the liftgate upper trim. (See LIFTGATE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the liftgate side trim. (See LIFTGATE SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Remove the liftgate lower trim. (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  5. Disconnect the liftgate lock actuator connector and liftgate latch switch connector.
  6. Detach the rod from the liftgate key cylinder.
  7. Remove the clips.
  8. Remove the bolts.
  9. Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator
    Fig 1: Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation & Tightening Specifications
    G03637157Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  10. Detach the cable from the liftgate latch and lock actuator.
    Fig 2: Detaching Cable From Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator
    G03637158Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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