Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2005)
Tailgate Release Handle: Service and Repair
End Gate Latch Handle Bezel
Removal and Installation
1. Remove end gate bezel bolts.
2. Remove plastic tree retainers.
3. Remove pick up box end gate latch handle bezel.
4. With the end gate in the closed position, firmly press at the bottom of the bezel in order to engage the two lower plastic tree retainers.
5. Open the end gate and support the top of the bezel.
6. Position and finger tighten the two upper bolts.
Tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in.)
7. Close the end gate.
