Turn off the ignition and disconnect the wire «masses» from the battery.
Open the tailgate and remove the upholstery and dust and moisture protective film from the door.
Through the hole in the inner panel of the door, release the plastic clips and disconnect from the lock the pull rods of the outer door handle and the lock cylinder.
All rods are attached to the lock with plastic clips, which must be removed with force and removed from the rod, then pull the rod out of the clamp hole.
On doors with electric locks, disconnect the electrical connectors from the lock.
Pic. 14.44. Location of screws securing the lock to the tailgate
Unscrew the screws securing the lock and remove the lock from the hole in the inner panel of the door (pic. 14.44). On models prior to 2001, remove the four plastic plugs and remove the screws.
Install the tailgate lock in the reverse order of removal, taking into account the following:
Fix the dust and moisture protection film by installing it without wrinkles or tears. The surface on which the dust and moisture protective film is glued must be perfectly clean.