Install a new front bearing in the drive-end housing with a hammer, the driver handle, 15 x 135L (A), and the bearing driver attachment, 42 x 47 mm (B).
Remove the stator (A).
Remove the terminal insulator (A) and the harness bracket (B).
Remove the voltage regulator/brush holder assembly (A) and the rectifier (B).
Tailgate Handle Replacement
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
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Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires,
snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between
vehicles
when driving.
Be part ...
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before
opening or
closing it.
■ Opening the tailgate
• Open the tailgate all the way.
►If it is not fully opened, ...