Liftgate Outside Handle Replacement. Chevrolet Joy 2008

For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Open the liftgate.
3. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement .
4. Remove the liftgate handle nuts.
5. Remove the license plate lamps. Refer to Rear License Lamp Replacement .
6. Remove the liftgate handle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the license plate lamps. Refer to Rear License Lamp Replacement .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the liftgate handle with the nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the liftgate handle nuts to 5 N·m (44 in lb).

3. Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement .
4. Close the liftgate.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.