Power Trunk / Liftgate Lock Switch: Service and Repair

Liftgate Release Switch

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Removal and Installation

All vehicles

1. Remove the liftgate trim panel. For additional information, refer to Interior Trim and Ornamentation Service and Repair.
- Position the water shield aside.

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2. Remove the 2 nuts and the liftgate release handle.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

3. Remove the liftgate release switch.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

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4. Remove the liftgate parking lamps. For additional information, refer to Exterior Lighting Service and Repair.

5. Remove the 6 nuts and the license plate housing.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

6. Remove the 2 nuts and the liftgate release switch housing.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

7. Remove the liftgate release switch.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

All vehicles

8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.