Hyundai Santa Cruz: Tail Gate / Tail Gate Latch

- Component Location

1 . Tailgate latch assembly

• When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.

• Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

1.Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.Remove the tailgate bed trim assembly.(Refer to Tailgate - "Tailgate Trim")

3.Disconnect the tailgate latch connector (A).

4.Open the lock pin, separate the tailgate latch rod (A).

5.Loosen the mounting bolts, remove the tailgate latch assembly (A).

Tightening torque :6.9 - 10.8 N.m (0.7 - 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 - 8.0 lb-ft)

6.To install, reverse removal procedure.

• Make sure the tailgate locks / unlocks and opens / closes properly.

• Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.