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.
Mainshaft Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly (A/T)
Inspect the thrust needle bearings and the needle bearings for galling
and rough movement.
Inspect the splines for excessive wear and damage.
Check the shaft bearing s ...
Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only. Get your regular
tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Check the inflation pressure of the compa ...
Power Door Mirrors
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON .
■ Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return th ...