GMC 1996 Sonoma Owner's Manual page 54

To replace
batteries in
the Keyless Entry transmitter:
1. Insert a dime in the slot between the covers of the
transmitter near the key ring hole. Remove the
bottom by twisting the dime.
Duracella-type batteries (DL20 16 or equivalent),
positive side down.
2. Remove and replace the batteries
with two
3. Align the covers and snap them together.
4. Check the operation of the transmitter.
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You can open the tailgate by pulling up on the handle
while pulling the tailgate down.
When you put the tailgate back up, be sure it
latches securely.
Follow these steps if you want
1. Raise the tailgate slightly.
to remove the tailgate:
Remove both retaining
cables.
To
remove each
cable, turn it so the end
faces the front. Then,
push forward so the
larger part of the hole is
over the bolt. Pull the
end over the bolt.
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