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Tailgate Actuator

The central locking system controls the operation of the tailgate through the tailgate actuator and the tailgate release button. The tailgate release actuator consists of a single motor that is powered in one direction and sprung returned. The actuator also incorporates the micro-switch for the tailgate contact.

Fig 1: Tailgate Release Actuator
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