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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 119 (DOOR LOCK SYSTEMS & DOOR HANDLES)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLIFTGATE CLOSE ACTUATOR MOTOR CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT (EXCEPT AVALANCHE AND EXT ESCALADE)
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module Replacement (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade)

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module Replacement (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade)
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Fig 1: Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade)
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the bodyside trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Extended Wheelbase w/o E61) or Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Extended Wheelbase w/E61) or Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Standard Wheelbase w/E61) or Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement - Left Side (Standard Wheelbase w/o E61) .
  2. Disconnect the power liftgate actuator rod. Refer to Liftgate Actuator Rod Replacement (Except Avalanche and EXT Escalade) .
1 Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module

Procedure

  • Disconnect the electrical connector.
  • Cut the tie strap, if equipped.
2 Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module Bolts (Qty: 3)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:  9 N.m (80 lb in)
3 Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module
Procedure: 
If a replacement control module is installed, program the module. Refer to Control Module References .
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.