FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Removal and Replacement



Tailgate Lock Cylinder

To remove







1. Open the tailgate.
2. Remove the trim.
3. Remove the pull bar from the lock cylinder, fastened with clips, and leave it suspended.
4. Remove the microswitch by bending apart the small hooks and lift it off its groove. Alternatively, it may be sufficient to remove the microswitch connector.
5. Remove the retainer nuts (2 pcs) that secure the lock cylinder.
6. Remove the lock cylinder by pulling it inwards.

NOTE: Retain the rubber seal that rests against the glass.

To fit







1. Push in the lock cylinder, make sure that the rubber seal is up against the glass.

NOTE:
- Make sure that the rubber seal in the tailgate is fitted before the cylinder is pushed into position.
- The lock cylinder must be mounted with the drain hole facing down.

2. Fit the retaining bolts (2 pcs) that secure the lock cylinder.
3. Plug in the microswitch connector or fit the microswitch by the lock cylinder.
4. Fasten the pull rod to the lock cylinder.
5. Fit the trim.