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Another Tailgate tip 700

posted by  spasske on  Mon Apr 5 03:34 CST 2010
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I also acquired a tailgate with corrosion issues. I suspect you will eventually have the problem with the outer handle not returning to the normal position. When this happens the door will not latch. You will need to force the handle to the normal postion after opening for it to work right.

Mine only works with the power locks. The cylinder is rusted shut. I took the back panel off and lubed everything with Kroil with no success. I then attempted to take the handle off to get a new cylinder and one of the interior pieces that secures the bolts snapped so the bolt just spins. So, I gave up at the point resigned to only use the power lock.
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New Tailgate will not unlatch - add to FAQ [700]
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