Does the motor run smoothly?
YES -
Replace the power tailgate control unit.?
NO -
Go to step 18.
18. Check for continuity between body ground and power tailgate control unit connector B (20P) terminals No. 1 and No. 2 individually.
Is there continuity?
YES -
Go to step 19.
NO -
Go to step 21.
19. Disconnect the 2P connector from the power tailgate closer motor.
20. Check for continuity between body ground and power tailgate control unit connector B (20P) terminals No. 1 and No. 2 individually.
Is there continuity?
YES -
Repair a short to ground in the wire.?
NO -
Replace the power tailgate closer unit.?
21. Check for continuity between power tailgate control unit connector B (20P) terminal No. 9 and body ground.
