Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Service and Repair
LATCH
REMOVAL
1. Remove liftgate trim panels.
2. Disconnect liftgate lamp harness connector.
3. Peel back liftgate latch watershield.
4. Disconnect liftgate to outside handle latch rod.
Fig. 3
5. Remove screws attaching latch to liftgate (Fig. 3).
6. Separate latch from liftgate.
INSTALLATI0N
1. Position latch in liftgate.
2. Install screws attaching latch to liftgate (Fig. 3) and tighten to 27.8 N.m (20.5 ft.lbs.).
3. Connect liftgate to outside handle latch rod.
4. Install liftgate latch watershield.
5. Connect liftgate lamp harness connector.
6. Install liftgate trim panels.
