1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim. (See LIFTGATE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the liftgate side trim. (See LIFTGATE SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the liftgate lower trim. (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
5. Disconnect the liftgate lock actuator connector and liftgate latch switch connector.
6. Detach the rod from the liftgate key cylinder.
7. Remove the clips.
8. Remove the bolts.
9. Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator
10. Detach the cable from the liftgate latch and lock actuator.
11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
