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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2011YUKON BASE, 5.3 0, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSPOWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND RELEASE SYSTEMSREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSOPENING THE LIFTGATE WITHOUT ELECTRICAL POWER

2011 GMC Yukon Base, 5.3 0, RWD

Opening the Liftgate Without Electrical Power

2011 GMC Yukon Base, 5.3 0, RWDSECTION Opening the Liftgate Without Electrical Power

Fig 1: Liftgate And Trim Panel Plug

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout

Component Name

Liftgate

Liftgate Trim Panel Plug

Procedure

Locate dimple on trim panel.
Use a 1 1/16 inch hole saw to drill a hole through the trim panel.
Using a flat-bladed tool push down on the black bellcrank lever, through the access hole, to unlock the liftgate.
Push open the liftgate from the inside.
Install a new hole plug.

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When to See a Mechanic

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

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• 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.