1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connector.

4. Remove the bolts.

5. Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Inspection
Liftgate Latch Switch InspectionPower Steering Fluid Inspection
Fluid Level Inspection
1. Verify that the fluid level is between MAX and MIN of the sub tank when the
engine is cold.
If the fluid is not at the specified level, adjust the fluid level (MIN-MAX
on sub tank) by adding/draining the fluid.
Power steering fluid type
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Air Bypass Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
1. Remove the air bypass valve..
2. Connect the vacuum pump to the vacuum ports of the air bypass valve.
3. Verify that the airflow is as indicated in the table.
Vacuum
(kPa {mmHg, inHg})
Valve operation condition
Airflow between port A—B
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Sunlight/Temperature Sensor
The climate control system measures
inside and outside temperatures, and
sunlight. It then sets temperatures inside
the passenger compartment accordingly.
CAUTION
Do not obstruct either sensor,
otherwise the climate control system
will not operate properly.
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