Commander 4WD V8-4.7L (2008)
Trunk / Liftgate Motor: Description and Operation
Link Rod
Description
DESCRIPTION
WARNING: Never attempt to operate the power liftgate system when the link rod is removed or disconnected. Damage to the power liftgate
system will result.
Vehicles equipped with a power liftgate utilize a link rod (1) assembly. This link rod is located in the left rear of the vehicle and is visible without
removing the D-pillar trim. The link rod attaches to the liftgate pivot bracket (2) at one end and the power liftgate drive unit assembly at the other. The
link rod consists of a steel shaft, equipped with two spherical rod end receptacles at each end. The weight of the liftgate is not supported by the link rod,
the liftgate prop rods are designed to support the liftgate.
The link rod cannot be adjusted or repaired and if inoperative, must be replaced. See: Service and Repair/Link Rod/Removal.
Operation
OPERATION
One end of the link rod assembly is attached to the liftgate pivot bracket, the other end is attached to the power liftgate drive unit. When the drive unit is
driven by the liftgate motor assembly the liftgate is moved to the open or closed position.
