Removal and Installation
- Remove the 8 screws and the tailgate access cover.
- To install, tighten to 5 N-m (0.5 kgf-m, 44 in-lbf).
- Open the clips and disconnect the tailgate latch actuating rods from the remote control.
- Remove the tailgate latch remote control nuts.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (1.2 kgf-m, 9 ft-lbf).
- Remove the tailgate release handle.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.