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.
Reporting Safety Defects
In the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...
Recirculation Control Cable Adjustment
Open the glove box. Release the glove box stop on each side, then
let the glove box hang down.
Set the recirculation control lever to FRESH ().
Detach the recirculation ...
Your Vehicle at a Glance
* 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
* 2: If equipped. ...