Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
Manual Transmission
Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) so the steering wheel does not
lock.
Make sure all accessories ar ...
Tailgate Lock Cylinder Replacement
For Some Models
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Remove the tailgate lower trim panal.
Disconnect the tailgate cylinder rod (A).
NOTE: Check for damaged or stress-wh ...
Battery
WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducti ...