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.
A/T Differential Backlash Inspection (A/T)
Install the driveshaft and intermediate shaft into the differential
assembly, and place the axles on V-blocks (A).
Measure the backlash of the pinion gears (B) wit ...
ODS Unit Replacement
Removal
Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure,
then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
Disconnect the passenger's side airbag harness 2P connector. ...
Connecting Rod and Crankshaft End Play Inspection
Remove the oil pump.
Measure the connecting rod end play with a feeler gauge (A) between the
connecting rod (B) and the crankshaft (C).
Connecting Rod End Play
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