Rear Liftgate Does Not Open On First Try Using the Rear Liftgate Electric Release. Saturn Saturn 1994

For 1990-2009 cars

# Rear Liftgate Does Not Open On First Try Using the Rear Liftgate Electric Release

Subject: | Rear Liftgate Does Not Open on First Try Using the Rear Liftgate Electric Release (Replace the Spring in The Liftgate Latch Striker)

Models: | 1993-1994 Saturn Wagons

### Condition:

When using the rear liftgate electric release the rear liftgate may not open on the first try. Subsequent tries will allow the rear liftgate to open.

### Cause:

The spring tension on the liftgate latch striker is not sufficient to open the rear liftgate.

### Correction:

Verify that the rear liftgate has this condition by using the rear liftgate electric release to check the operation of the rear liftgate. Once the condition is verified, replace the spring according to the procedure in this bulletin.

### Procedures:

1. Remove the 3 screws in the top of the rear end trim finish panel assembly -- sill molding.
2. Pull upward on the rear end trim finish panel assembly at the clip locations and remove it from the vehicle.
3. Using a screwdriver or pliers, remove the spring from the liftgate latch striker.
4. Install a new spring P/N 21097506 onto the liftgate latch striker.
5. Close the rear liftgate to verify that the rear liftgate will open on the first try using the rear liftgate electric release.
6. Align the rear end trim finish panel assembly clips to the holes and push on the rear end trim finish panel at the clip locations.
7. Install the 3 screws in the top of the rear end trim finish panel assembly.

### Parts Requirement:

Part Number | Description
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21097506 | Spring

CLAIM INFORMATION | To receive credit for this repair, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as follows:
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-- | Case Type | Description | Labor Operation Code | Time
-- | VW | Remove and Replace Rear Liftgate Latch Spring | T9671 | 0.20 hrs