Abstract: A power tailgate assembly for mounting to the aft end of a vehicle, particularly a pickup truck or SUV, is disclosed. The power tailgate assembly of the present invention is capable of pivotally moving a tailgate between open and closed positions and generally comprises a tailgate, a control arm, and a motor. The tailgate is typically a flat panel piece hingedly attached to the aft end of the vehicle, as is commonly known in the art, and includes an elongated channel formed on one of the side ends of the tailgate. The control aim is a rigid elongated member pivotally connected to the vehicle which acts as a mechanical link between the motor and the tailgate and includes a sliding component located at one end and gear teeth located at the other end. The sliding component is designed to fit within the elongated channel of the tailgate, thereby creating a sliding connection between the control arm and the tailgate.

Abstract: The door assembly has an inner door panel, an outer door panel and a window module opening. A window module includes a module frame with a side impact beam assembly; a belt reinforcement beam, a front glass guide channel and a rear glass guide channel. A window is slideably mounted in the glass channels. A window regulator assembly is mounted on the module frame and connected to the window. Pin and slot connectors connect the side impact beam assembly to the inner door panel. Mechanical fasteners secure the belt reinforcement beam to the inner door panel.