Drive Unit Replacement

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Remove the C-pillartrim (see C-PILLAR TRIM ).
Remove the upper trim and the left tailgate side trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TAILGATE AREA ).
Note the alignment marks on the drive unit and the arm unit, then carefully remove the two bolts (A), nut (B), and the arm unit (C).

Fig 1: Arm Unit And Drive Unit Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Disconnect the connectors (A), and remove the three bolts (B) and the drive unit (C).

Fig 2: Identifying Drive Unit, Connectors And Mounting Bolts
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: Align the marks (A) of the drive unit and arm unit to install the arm unit to the original alignment.

Fig 3: Identifying Drive Unit And Arm Unit Alignment Marks
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