Liftgate Latch Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Chevrolet Trax and 2016 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Liftgate Latch

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the liftgate lower trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .
1	Liftgate Latch Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
2	Liftgate Latch Assembly Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector. Adjust the liftgate if needed. Refer to Liftgate Adjustment (Trax)Liftgate Adjustment (Encore) .

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure
Remove the liftgate lower trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .

Liftgate Latch Screw (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
22 N.m (16 lb ft)

Liftgate Latch Assembly

Procedure

Disconnect the electrical connector.
Adjust the liftgate if needed. Refer to Liftgate Adjustment (Trax)Liftgate Adjustment (Encore) .