Dodge Repair: 2000 Dodge Caravan Tailgate, dodge caravan, key cylinder

Question
Hi Kevin,

I have a bad key cylinder on the tailgate handle that I would like to replace.  I had no trouble removing the tailgate cover assembly.  The lock actuator rod was easy to disconnect. The rod from the exterior handle was easy to remove from the latch.  But I couldn't figure out what was holding the handle on the tailgate.  Can you give me a clue?

Answer
LIFTGATE OUTSIDE HANDLE
REMOVAL
Remove liftgate trim panel.
Remove power lock motor.
Disengage outside handle link from clip on liftgate latch.
Disconnect VTSS switch from the wire harness, if equipped.
Disconnect VTSS switch from back of lock cylinder, if equipped.
Disengage lock link, if equipped.
Remove nut attaching outside liftgate handle to liftgate Liftgate Outside Handle
Disengage retaining groove holding handle to liftgate.
Remove outside liftgate handle and links from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Position outside liftgate handle and links on vehicle.
Engage retaining groove to hold handle to liftgate by pushing handle to the right for centering.
Install nut to attach outside liftgate handle to liftgate.
Connect VTSS switch to back of lock cylinder, if equipped.
Connect VTSS switch to the wire harness, if equipped.
Engage outside handle link to clip on liftgate latch.
Install lock link, if equipped.
Install power lock motor.
Verify liftgate operation. Adjust as necessary.
Install liftgate trim panel.