Tailgate Handle Replacement

NOTE:

• Put on gloves to protect your hands.

• Take care not to scratch the tailgate or the related parts.

1. 1

   Remove these items:

   • Tailgate lower trim panel

   • Rear license trim

2. 2

   Disconnect the tailgate opener cable (A) from the tailgate handle (B), and remove the nuts. Take care not to kink the cable.

3. 3

   From outside of the tailgate, pull out the tailgate handle (A), then remove it.

4. 4

   Install the handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

   • Make sure the tailgate opener cable is connected securely.

   • Make sure the tailgate opens properly.