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Door Jamb Switch Replacement Door

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

  2. Object Number: 277254  Size: SH
  3. Locate the door jamb switch.
  4. The switch is under the left side of the instrument panel.

  5. Squeeze together the tangs of the switch.
  6. Push the switch through the side of the instrument panel.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector of the door jamb switch.
  8. Remove the door jamb switch.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 277254  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector of the door jamb switch.
  2. Squeeze together the tangs of the switch.
  3. Push the switch through the side of the instrument panel.
  4. Connect the negative battery cable.

Door Jamb Switch Replacement Liftgate

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable(s).

  2. Object Number: 277256  Size: SH
  3. Unthread the switch from the vehicle.
  4. Remove the switch.

  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 277256  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector.
  2. Install the switch to the vehicle.
  3. Connect the negative battery cable(s).