Safari Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair
Latch Replacement - Upper and Lower
Latch Replacement - Upper and Lower
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Door (Cargo Doors) (See: Interior Moulding / Trim/Console/Service and
Repair/Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Door (Cargo Doors))Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Door (E54) (See: Interior Moulding /
Trim/Console/Service and Repair/Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Door (E54)) .
2. Peel the water deflector away from the door. Use a soft-surfaced scraper if needed. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement See: Doors/Rear
Door/Rear Door Panel/Service and Repair
3. Remove the control rods from the remote lock.
1. Pry the anchor out of the hole.
2. Push the clip away from the lever.
3. Pull the rod and the clip away from the lever.
4. Remove the upper latch screws.
5. Remove the upper latch, if equipped.
6. Remove the upper latch and the rod from the door.