Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: Make sure the child safety lock feature is not engaged before installing the liftgate latches.

Install the liftgate latches to the endgate.

Fig 1: Installing Liftgate Latches (Aztek)
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the bolts to the liftgate latches.
Tighten

Tighten the liftgate latch bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Liftgate Latch Bolts (Aztek)
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Connect the electrical connectors to the liftgate latches.
Install the endgate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - End Gate .
Close the endgate.

Fig 3: Connecting Liftgate Latch Electrical Connectors (Aztek)
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