## Tailgate Latch Replacement

NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

## With Security Switch

1. | Remove the tailgate lower trim panel.

2. | Disconnect the tailgate opener cable from the tailgate handle.

3. | Disconnect the cylinder rod from the tailgate key cylinder.

4. | Disconnect the tailgate latch switch connector (A) and tailgate actuator connectors (B), and detach tailgate latch switch connector from the tailgate.

5. | Remove the bolts, and pull the tailgate latch (C) out, then remove it.

6. | If necessary, remove the screws, then remove the protector cover (A) from the latch (B), and disconnect the tailgate opener cable (C) from the latch.

7. | Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure each connector is plugged in properly, and the cable is connected properly. Make sure the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.

## Without Security Switch

1. | Remove the tailgate lower trim panel.

2. | Disconnect the tailgate opener cable (A), cylinder rod (B), tailgate actuator connector (C) and tailgate latch switch connector (D), and detach the tailgate latch switch connector from the tailgate.

3. | Remove the bolts, then pull the tailgate latch (E) out, then remove it.

4. | Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure each connector is plugged in properly, and the rod and cable are connected properly. Make sure the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.