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After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the tail gate trim (A).
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the tail gate trim (A).
Installation is the reverse of removal
Replace any damaged clips.
Remove the tail gate trim.
Disconnect the tail gate latch rods (A).
After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the latch assembly (A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
Disconnect the tail gate latch connector (A).
Installation is the reverse of removal
Make sure the connector is connected properly and the connecting rod is connected properly.
Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks securely.
Remove the tail gate trim.
Disconnect the key holder rod (A), then loosen the key holder (B) mounting bolts and remove.
Installation is the reverse of removal
Remove the tail gate trim.
Disconnect the outside handle rod (A).
After loosening the mounting nuts, then remove the outside handle (A).
Installation is the reverse of removal
Take care not to be closed the tail gate, when removing the lift.
Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B) of both ends on the lifer (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket (C).
Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
Make sure the tail gate lock and opens properly and locks securely.
Do not apply sealant to the body.
Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Install the weatherstrip aligned with center line (B).
After loosening the tail gate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tail gate by moving it up or down, or right or left.
Adjust the tail gate height by turning the tail gate overslam bumpers (B).
After loosening the tail gate striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the tail gate striker by moving it up or down, or right or left.
