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Inspection
Power Tailgate Motor Inspection
1.
Check the power tailgate motor by using the diagnostic tool.
2.
Select a vehicle type and "POWER TAILGATE".

3.
Select the "ACTUATION TEST" and "ON/OFF SWITCH" to operate tailgate motor.

4.
If there is no working in actuator, change the drive unit.
Optical Sensor
The PTG drive unit uses an optical sensor that is located on the drive unit clutch housing and sends motor speed signals to the ECU. This speed signal is used by the PTGM to control the motor and to detect obstacles in the Power Tailgate path.
The optical sensor cannot be adjusted or repaired, and if found to be faulty, must be replaced.
Optical Sensor Inspection
1.
Check the power tailgate control module input/output value by using the diagnostic tool. If the operation of tailgate control module is abnormal, replace power tailgate drive unit.
2.
When checking the optical sensor, select a vehicle type and "POWER TAILGATE" menu.

3.
Select the "CURRENT DATA". And then check the optical sensor volt while operating power tailgate in power mode.

4.
Change the drive unit, if there is no change during operation.
Drive Unit Clutch Inspection
1.
Check the power tailgate control module input/output value by using the diagnostic tool. If the operation of tailgate control module is abnormal, replace power tailgate drive unit.
2.
To check the clutch operation, select a vehicle type and "POWER TAILGATE" menu.

3.
Select the "CURRENT DATA". And then check the clutch feedback sensor output while operating power tailgate in power mode.

※ Above voltage and numerical value may be different from the real value.
4.
Change the drive unit, if there is no change during operation.
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the third, seat.
(Refer to the BD group - "Seat")
3.
Remove the luggage side trim.
(Refer to the BD group - "Interior trim")
4.
Use a small screwdriver to loosen clip (A). But do not remove power tailgate push rod (B).

5.
Remove the power tailgate motor mounting bolts (3EA) and connectors (4EA). And then remove the power tailgate drive unit(A).

Torque : 0.22 - 0.27 N.m (0.022 - 0.027 kg.m)

PTG drive unit bracket connector (B) does not need to be disconnected in this procedure.

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Connect the connectors tightly.
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Check the power tailgate for normal operation correctly.
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A lost drive unit mounting bolt in the vehicle may make a noise.
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Don't operate the power tailgate when a push rod is removed.
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A learn cycle must be performed whenever the power is removed.
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Check the normal operating whenever a power tailgate component is removed or replaced. If the chime sound is heard, check the DTC, wiring harness and cable connections.
Installation
1.
Reassemble the power tailgate drive unit and connect the connectors.
2.
Reassemble the tailgate push rod.
3.
Reassemble the luggage side trim.
4.
Reassemble the third seat.