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OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves repairing paint and isolating the lower corners of the liftgate handle with foam tape.

MODELS:

2006-2007

(XK)

Commander

2006-2007

(XH)

Commander (International Markets)

NOTE:

This bulletin applies to XK models built through May 14, 2007 and XH models built through May 28, 2007.

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Contact between liftgate handle and liftgate may cause paint scratches.

DIAGNOSIS:
The lower corners of the liftgate handle come in contact with the liftgate, two procedures are available depending on the severity of the condition. Repair
Procedure "A" is for conditions that do not show through to primer and Repair Procedure "B" is for conditions that show primer within the damaged
area.

PARTS REQUIRED:

SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1.

Open liftgate.

2.

Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.

3.

Remove the liftgate handle. Refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info > 23 -
LIFTGATE > HANDLE > HANDLE REMOVAL. Place liftgate handle on protected surface.

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