Tailgate Latch Replacement (With Power Tailgate)

Tailgate Latch Replacement

With Power Tailgate

NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. If the tailgate latch does not open by pulling the tailgate handle or using the keyless entry transmitter, remove the maintenance lid (A) from the tailgate lower trim panel, then turn the emergency lever (B) counterclockwise as shown.






2. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.

NOTE: If you remove the tailgate latch while the negative battery cable is still connected, the vehicle goes into the failsafe mode.

3. Remove the tailgate lower trim panel .

4. Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A) and actuator connector (B).





5. Remove the bolts (C, D), and pull out the tailgate latch (E), then remove it.

6. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
- Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.
- If necessary, reset the power tailgate control unit Testing and Inspection.
- Make sure the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.