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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN2000LS1 L4-2.2L VIN FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSTRUNK / LIFTGATE LOCKSERVICE AND REPAIRLIFTGATE LOCK ASSEMBLY
2000 Saturn LS1 L4-2.2L VIN F
Liftgate Lock Assembly
2000 Saturn LS1 L4-2.2L VIN FSECTION Liftgate Lock Assembly
REMOVAL
1. Remove liftgate trim panel.
2. Disconnect electrical connector from lock assembly.
3. Remove liftgate lock assembly retaining nuts.
4. Disconnect latch cable from lock cylinder assembly. Remove cylinder assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Reconnect latch cable to lock cylinder assembly.
2. Position cylinder assembly in liftgate and install lock cylinder assembly retaining nuts.
Torque: 3.0 N.m (27 in-lbs)
3. Reconnect electrical connector.
4. Install liftgate trim panel.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.