Thanks Mike. Is replacing the wiring harness a plug and play type of thing once everything is opened up, or is that more complicated?

I confirmed the motor on the lock assembly was bad and replaced the whole assembly. It doesn't need power. Very easy job.

As for the wiring, sounds like we need some help with replacing/repairing the harness in that driver's side hinge area.

I definietly have some wiring issues. i've seen many posts on repairing the wires, but not on replacing the harness. are there any tricks to replacing the harness with a new one (other than the cost)?

I had opened it up and would replace the part, but i'm not convinced that a new part will solve my problem. i'm trying to determine if the tailgate lock is rendered useless (even for manual use) when the wire is cut. logically, i would think its not, but i've heard conflicting thoughts.

hi, an independent mechanic told me i had a short in the wiring to the tailgate lock (2 stage, with back seat) that was blowing a fuse. prior to this, the remote control of the lock didn't work, but the button moved up and down manually. suboptimal, but workable. now, the button doesn't move up/down ...

Very nice write up. I have a question on the air intake part that connects to the bottom left (facing the rear of the car) of the air cleaner box (pictured in the 8th photo). This part is missing in my 2001 xc70 (can't figure out how that happened). I've noticed a bit of a howling sound when I ...