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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Chevy K Pickup - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Liftgate Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Rear Door Trim Panel Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 264385 Size: SH
  2. Remove the latch assembly cover (1) to the endgate bolts (2).
  3. Remove the latch assembly cover and the seal.
  4. Remove the lock rods from the lock assembly.

    5. Mark the location of the latch assembly on the endgate.

  5. Remove the latch assembly (4) to the endgate bolts.
  6. Remove the latch assembly from the endgate.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 264385 Size: SH
  1. Install the latch assembly (4) and the seal (5) to the endgate.

    2. Align the assembly to the marks on the endgate inner panel.

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the latch assembly to the endgate bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the latch assembly to the endgate bolts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  3. Install the lock rods to the latch assembly.
  4. Install the latch assembly cover (1).

    5. The cover must be installed with both gates closed for proper alignment.

  5. Install the latch assembly cover to the endgate bolts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the cover to the endgate bolts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  6. Install the trim panel. Refer to Rear Door Trim Panel Replacement .