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Power Liftgate Motor: Installation

NOTE: LH power liftgate shown. RH does not use an electrical connector. RH side does not require initialization or liftgate opening height adjustments.

  1. 1.

    Install the retaining clips on the liftgate support ends.
    NOTE: LH body side shown, all others similar.

  1. 2.
    Install the liftgate support.
    • Position the support on the ball pivot.
    • Press until snapped in position.
    • Repeat at opposite end.
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  1. 3.

    Route the power liftgate motor wiring harness through the body opening and install the boot.
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  1. 4.

    Connect the power liftgate electrical connector.
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  1. 5.

    Install the LH D-pillar trim panel. REFER to Interior Trim and Ornamentation .

  1. 6.

    Initialize the power liftgate motor. Refer to Power Liftgate Initialization .

  1. 7.

    Adjust the liftgate opening height. Refer to Program Power Liftgate Open Height .