Trunk / Liftgate Handle: Service and Repair

Tailgate Handle Replacement

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the tailgate or the related parts.

1. Remove these items:

- Tailgate lower trim panel
- Rear license trim Service and Repair

2. Disconnect the tailgate opener cable (A) from the tailgate handle (B), and remove the nuts. Take care not to kink the cable.






3. From outside of the tailgate, pull out the tailgate handle (A), then remove it.





4. Install the handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Make sure the tailgate opener cable is connected securely.
- Make sure the tailgate opens properly.