QX56 liftgate

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Sammy312
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Car: 2008 - QX56

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2008 QX56 Liftgate motor runs but the liftgate unlatches but wont open. I can hear the motor running and it makes a quite a lot of noise.


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Timmbo
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sounds like the motor is bad or gearing associated with the motor is bad. I would check the FSM we have posted here on NICOclub.

Sammy312
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Sorry but what is an FSM?

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Timmbo
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oh, sorry, Factory Service Manual...........shows you how to take the vehicle apart, shows where all the screws and clips are, EXTREMELY detailed.

Sammy312
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The dealer mechanic found the connecting rod had come off so they put it back on and put some lock-tite on the nut. Motor okay.

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Timmbo
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Awesome! Glad it was a simple fix!


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