| 1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. |
| 2. Move aside the mounting plate spare wheel. |
| 3. Open the tailgate. |
| 4. Remove the top stoplight. |
| 5. Remove the tailgate trim. |
| 6. Disconnect the outside door handle lock rod, cylinder lock and activator lock. |
| 7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the castle. |
| 8. Remove the two screws on the lock. |
| 9. Remove the locking tailgate. |
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