Preliminary Procedures

Remove tailgate lower trim finish panel. Refer to Tailgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .

1

Tailgate Outside Handle Bolt (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2

Tailgate Outside Handle Bracket

3

Liftgate Outside Handle

Procedure

Remove the tailgate release switch. Refer to Liftgate Release Switch Replacement .