Tailgate Latch: Service and Repair

Rear Gate Latch Assembly

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Remove the rear gate trim.
3. Remove the two screws.






4. Disconnect connectors and cables of the rear gate handle.






5. Remove the rear gate latch assembly.

INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

TRUNK LID AND REAR GATE LOCK

Tightening torque: N.m (kgf.m, ft.lb)
T1: 7.5 (0.76, 5.5)
T2: 18 (1.8, 13.3)
T3: 25 (2.5, 18.4)