NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the tailgate or the related parts.
Remove these items:
Tailgate lower trim panel
Rear license trim
Disconnect the tailgate opener cable (A) from the tailgate handle (B), and remove the nuts. Take care not to kink the cable.
From outside of the tailgate, pull out the tailgate handle (A), then remove it.
Install the handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
Make sure the tailgate opener cable is connected securely.
Make sure the tailgate opens properly.
Airbag and Tensioner Disposal
Special Tools Required
Deployment Tool 07AAZ-000A100
Before scrapping any airbags, side airbags, side curtain airbags, seat belt
tensioners (including those in a whole vehicle to be scrapped) ...
Reverse Shift Fork Clearance Inspection (M/T)
Measure the clearance between the reverse idler gear (A) and the reverse
shift fork (B) with a feeler gauge (C). If the clearance is more than the
service limit, go to step 2.
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CKP Sensor Replacement
Raise the vehicle on a lift.
NOTE: Make sure the vehicle is level, because engine oil will drip out
when you remove the sensor.
Loosen the bolt (A). Remove the bolt (B) and ...