Removal Procedure
- Remove the liftgate applique. Refer to
Liftgate Applique Replacement .
- Remove the nuts retaining the handle to the liftgate.
- Remove the handle from the liftgate.
- Disconnect the latch actuator cable from the handle.
- Remove the liftgate handle.
Installation Procedure
- Connect the latch actuator cable to the handle.
- Install the liftgate handle to the liftgate.
- Install the nuts that retain the handle to the liftgate.
Important: Do not tighten the nuts yet.
- Install the liftgate applique. Refer to
Liftgate Applique Replacement .
- Center the handle in the opening in the liftgate applique.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Tighten the nuts retaining the liftgate handle to the liftgate.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).