Trunk / Liftgate Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the tailgate trim panel.

Fig.6 Lock Cylinder Switch Remove/Install - Typical:

3. Remove the retainer clip from the pin on the back of the door lock cylinder.
4. Remove the washer from the pin on the back of the door lock cylinder.
5. Remove the door cylinder lock switch from the back of the lock cylinder.

INSTALLATION
1. Position the tailgate cylinder lock switch onto the back of the lock cylinder with the wire harness oriented toward the bottom.
2. Position the washer over the switch.
3. Install the retainer clip onto the pin on the back of the tailgate lock cylinder. Be certain that the center tab of the retainer is engaged in the retention hole on the lock lever.
4. Install the trim panel.
5. Connect the battery negative cable.