Questions & Answers for: fix tailgate latch

Question about 1996 Grand Cherokee

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...tailgate on my 96 jeep grand cherokee. It appears the latch release does not release the latch. How do I go about releasing the latch so I can fix the problem This is kind of tricky. OK let's start, ...

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...the top of the plastic panel on the inside of the tailgate until I could do a visual and slide my hand to lift the latch. The fix was to re-adjust the pull-rod to remove the excess slack in the

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...of the tailgate. So...wondering if there is an easier way to get the tailgate down and next how do I fix it? Appreciate any help you can give. Thanks! George in Ottawa. take off pannel and pull on ...

Question about 2005 Tacoma

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...tailgate is stuck in the closed position. I fitst thought the handle was broken. It seems to be just the latch on the passanger side only. I tired manualy pulling the release rod but no luck. Now im ...

...won't close - is there something I can do to fix this on my own? Tailgate/trunk latch will not engage so the tailgate just bounces won't close - is there something I can do to fix this on my

...tailgate completely Annoying, but easy to fix: Actuate the opening handle and manually rotate the latch to the open position. My 2007 pacifica the tailgate got lock when i closed it so know i cant ...

...of tailgate and look inside and try pulling the latch rods by hand and free up tailgate. fix rod if disconnected and /or clean latches with wd-40 and brush, spray clean and spray with lithium

...Fix It - Volume 1: Avalanche Tailgate Lock - YouTube ? 5:14 www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF1-c-ZsX2w May 28, 2013 - Uploaded by Damon Caskey How to fix a jammed Chevy Avalanche tailgate latch. Sorry for ...

Question about 2002 Avalanche

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the tailgate. How do I get that latch to release so I can fix it? Get a new rod clip at any auto parts store. Look for the broken clip at the bottom of the tailgate and take it with you to match it up

...fix the issue with your tailgate, it's possible that there is a more serious problem with the tailgate itself. In this case, it's best to consult a mechanic or the manufacturer for further

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