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Trunk / Liftgate Shock / Support: Service and Repair




Power Liftgate Rod













Removal and Installation

1. Remove the LH quarter trim panel access cover.





2. Unclip the power liftgate rod from the motor assembly.
- Squeeze the clip as shown to release and position the rod assembly upward.





3. Remove the cover and the power liftgate rod-to-liftgate retaining nut.
- To install, apply threadlock to the threads of the fastener and tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).





4. Remove the 3 power liftgate rod mounting bracket nuts.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Initialize the power liftgate. For additional information, refer to Power Liftgate Initialization Programming and Relearning.

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