Liftgate Latch Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Latch

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the liftgate lower trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .
1	Liftgate Latch Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Liftgate Latch Assembly Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the plastic tether before installing the liftgate latch. Calibrate the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Calibration .

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure:
Remove the liftgate lower trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement .

Liftgate Latch Screw (Qty: 3)

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten: 9 N.m (80 lb in)

Liftgate Latch Assembly

Procedure

Disconnect the electrical connector.
Remove the plastic tether before installing the liftgate latch.
Calibrate the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Calibration .