Hyundai Santa Fe: Power Tailgate Module / Power Tailgate Latch. Repair procedures

Hyundai Santa Fe (TM) 2019-2025 Service Manual / Body Electrical System / Power Tailgate Module / Power Tailgate Latch. Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the tailgate trim. (Refer to Body - "Tailgate Trim")

3.	Remove the tail gate latch and PCU (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

Installation

Install the power tailgate latch & PCU assembly.

Tightening torque :

Latch : 7.6 - 11.4 N.m (0.7 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.6 - 8.4 lb-ft)

PCU : 2.7 - 4.0 N.m (0.3 - 0.4 kgf.m, 3.0 - 5.8 lb-ft)

2.	Install the tailgate trim.

3.	Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.

Inspection

Inspection of the Power Tailgate Latch

Refer to Power Tailgate System - "Troubleshooting"

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