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Rear Gate Latch Assembly: Inspection

  1. Disconnect the rear gate lock actuator harness connector.
  2. Connect the battery to rear gate lock actuator terminals.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Gate Lock Actuator Harness Connector Terminals
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    REAR GATE LOCK ACTUATOR HARNESS CONNECTOR TERMINALS DESCRIPTION

    Actuator operation Terminals
    No. 1 No. 2
    Lock → Unlock + -
    Unlock → Lock - +

    Replace the rear gate latch assembly if faulty.

  3. Check the cable of the rear gate handle for deformation.
  4. Check the lever and cable of the rear gate handle for smooth operation.
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