DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate/Swing Gate: Latch: Removal

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1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the trim panel (1) from the liftgate (4). Refer to PANEL, TRIM, REMOVAL .

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3. Remove exterior release cable (2) at the handle.
4. Disconnect the electrical connectors (3, 5) at the latch (4).

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5. Remove the three screws (3) that secure the latch (2) to the liftgate (1).
6. Remove the liftgate latch (2) from the vehicle.