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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Open the endgate.
  2. Remove the endgate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - End Gate .
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the liftgate latches.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Liftgate Latch Electrical Connectors (Aztek)
    G01722764Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the bolts from the liftgate latches.
    Fig 2: Removing Liftgate Latch Bolts (Aztek)
    G01722765Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the liftgate latches from the endgate.
    Fig 3: Removing Liftgate Latches (Aztek)
    G01722766Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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