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Tailgate Release Handle: Service and Repair

Rear Gate Outer Handle

REMOVAL

1. Remove the rear gate trim.
2. Remove the rear wiper motor assembly.
3. Remove the rear finisher.




4. Remove the cable, and then remove two nuts.
5. Remove the rear gate outer handle.

INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: Make sure the outer handle works properly after installation.