Body & Frame: Windows: Body: Tailgate: Latch: Installation

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Latch

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1. Connect the release handle link (5) to the latch (4).
2. Position the latch (4) into the tailgate and install the upper bolt (2).
3. Install the bolt (2) that secures the tailgate check cable (3) to the tailgate. Tighten both bolts to 22.5 N.m (16.5 ft. lbs.).
   Fig 2: Removing/Installing Tailgate Check Cable

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