Tailgate switch

2014 Hyundai Veloster Base, Standard TransSECTION Tailgate switch
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the tailgate outside handle (A) after loosening the mounting nut (3 EA).
    Fig 1: Identifying Tailgate Outside Handle And Mounting Nut (3 EA)
    G09134498Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Remove the tailgate switch assembly after loosening the screw (2 EA).
    Fig 2: Identifying Tailgate Switch Assembly And Mounting Screw (2 EA)
    G09134499Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Remove the tailgate switch after loosening the screw (2 EA).
    Fig 3: Identifying Tailgate Switch And Mounting Screw (2 EA)
    G09134500Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
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