C 2500 Suburban 2WD V8-454 7.4L VIN J SFI (1998)
Tailgate Release Handle: Service and Repair
Removal Procedure
1. Lower the endgate.
2. Remove the trim panel.
3. Remove the latch assembly cover from the endgate.
4. Remove the two bolts and the washers from the back of the endgate behind the handle assembly.
Raise the endgate.
5. Remove the handle assembly (2) by prying gently.
6. Remove the latch operating rods (4) from the clips on the handle by pushing the rods back.
7. Remove the handle assembly from the endgate.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the handle assembly (2) into the endgate.
2. Install the latch operating rods (4) into the clips on the handle.
