Rear Gate Latch Assembly: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the rear gate trim. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Gate Trim. >
Remove the two screws.

Fig 1: Removing Two Screws
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Disconnect the each connector and cable of rear gate handle.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Each Connector And Cable Of Rear Gate Handle
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Remove the rear gate latch assembly.