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Power Liftgate (PLG) Drive Unit Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda CX-9. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
  • If a malfunctioning PLG drive unit is removed, the spring pressed into it may fly off and cause injury and damage to the vehicle. Perform the PLG drive unit preparation when a malfunctioning PLG drive unit such as the following is removed. (See PLG DRIVE UNIT PREPARATION .)
    • Power liftgate (PLG) does not stop at the fully opened position and it gradually descends.
    • The PLG drive unit is deformed or damaged due to some reasons such as the vehicle has an accident.