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-whitened rod fastener (B).
Remove the bolts securing the lock cylinder (A), then remove the lock cylinder by turning it.
Install the lock cylinder in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
Make sure the cylinder rod is connected properly.
Make sure the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.
Side Curtain Airbags
The side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and passengers
in outer
seating positions during a moderate-to-severe side impact.
The side curtain airbags are most effective when an ...
Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their
vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and
what to do to correct it. If the p ...
Synchro Sleeve and Hub Inspection and Reassembly (M/T)
Inspect gear teeth on all synchro hubs and the synchro sleeves for
rounded off corners, which indicate wear.
Install each synchro hub (A) in its mating synchro sleeve (B), and che ...