Cargo Light Intermittent

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2007 CX7 Grand Touring
The cargo light on my 2007 CX-7 will work sometimes when I lift the tailgate, but not at other times. I am not sure what in the circuitry is used to indicate the tailgate is opened. I do not see a sensor or switch as an available part. Could it be integrated into the latch assembly? I would appreciate any help.
This is my first post. Hello to everyone in Mazda Land!(dunno)
 
It looks like the switch on the light is bad. A replacement is only $25. To replace it, the manual says to remove most of the interior to get the headliner out. That seems like a ridiculous amount of work. Can I possibly reach the light by getting my hand above the headliner from the rear? The light is held in by a couple of tabs on the top of the headliner. I would appreciate comments. Thanks.
 
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