How can I open the tailgate on my GMC Sierra?

How can I open the tailgate on my GMC Sierra?

If you can get the bezel that is around the release latch loose, you can reach in under the latch and squeeze the two rods towards the center which will release the tailgate. 11 people found this helpful. It’s not easy with a Suburban.

Why is my tailgate not working on my Chevy Silverado?

Do the same for the second bar, which, of course, actuates the latch on the driver side of the truck. It is common for one of the bars to disconnect, causing your tailgate to fail. Replace the damaged clip, which connects the latch to the bar.

What to do if your tailgate won’t open?

The correct solution is to replace the tailgate release handle lock, which requires removing the release rod mechanism. Not a simple fix, but the work around is not too hard and will work as long as you can open the flip up glass lid and you have your trusty heavy duty long handle flat blade screwdriver to pry in the locking latch.

How do you remove a latch from a tailgate?

So I had to remove the bolts holding the latch inside in the middle just above the tailgate release lever on the outside. Remove the plastic and metal covers over the release mechanism. Then using a screwdriver, pry the locking latch which prevents the tailgate release rods from releasing the tailgate.

Why does my tailgate not open on my GMC Sierra?

There are rods and cables on the inside that pull those ears in to release it, it may just be rods on yours and no cables, either way there is too much slack in the setup and you need to remove the slack or something is broken. 20 people found this helpful. ok but how do I get to them to fix the problem? 41 people found this helpful.

What does it mean when tailgate won’t open?

Power locking tailgate won’t open. Hey Everyone! Enter your ride HERE to be a part of this months Ride of the Month Challenge! So I went to load up my fuel cans so I can do some yard work and my tailgate wouldn’t open, tried the remote and keys and nothing. I can hear the lock moving with the remote and key but it won’t open when I pull the handle.

What makes the tailgate lock on a Chevy Duramax?

Now to start looking for a good tonneau cover. Its funny they are marked R and L. Should be such that when pressure is applied to the rod, it causes the clip to rotate to the locked position. Funny that just happens to be down in most cases. Its funny they are marked R and L.

So I had to remove the bolts holding the latch inside in the middle just above the tailgate release lever on the outside. Remove the plastic and metal covers over the release mechanism. Then using a screwdriver, pry the locking latch which prevents the tailgate release rods from releasing the tailgate.

Why is the tailgate not opening on my Chevy Silverado?

This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. If the tailgate on your Chevy Silverado is stuck and the handle isn’t opening it, this is probably your problem. The rods that control the latches connect to the handle with plastic linkage clips that very commonly fail.

How do you replace a tailgate latch on a Silverado?

The rods that control the latches connect to the handle with plastic linkage clips that very commonly fail. In this video I demonstrate how to replace the linkage clip with a new one, which can be purchased online for a minimal cost.

If you can get the bezel that is around the release latch loose, you can reach in under the latch and squeeze the two rods towards the center which will release the tailgate. 11 people found this helpful. It’s not easy with a Suburban.

How to replace the tail gate latch on a Silverado?

Open the tail gate and little and hold it so it is just about to close. Rotate the clips down to detach them from the push rods, and then pull out the push rods. WARNING: These clips have been known to break rather easily, so please be careful! Once the rods are unhooked, push the tailgate closed.

This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. If the tailgate on your Chevy Silverado is stuck and the handle isn’t opening it, this is probably your problem. The rods that control the latches connect to the handle with plastic linkage clips that very commonly fail.

Why are the latches on my tailgate not working?

The tailgate was hard to close and would fall open at times. i too did what everyone else was doing and lubricating, the assy, and the 2 end latches. After failing and removing everything 2 and 3 times, it looked like the assy arms would not allow the latches to roll over and catch the strickers.

The correct solution is to replace the tailgate release handle lock, which requires removing the release rod mechanism. Not a simple fix, but the work around is not too hard and will work as long as you can open the flip up glass lid and you have your trusty heavy duty long handle flat blade screwdriver to pry in the locking latch.

When does the GMC Sierra MultiPro tailgate come out?

Starting early 2021, the MultiPro Tailgate will be standard on 2021 Sierra 1500 SLE, Elevation, SLT, AT4, and Denali trims. It will be available on the base Sierra 1500 trim.

What’s the kicker on the GMC Sierra tailgate?

Designed expressly for Sierra 1500 models with the MultiPro tailgate and offered and installed by GMC dealers, the Kicker MultiPro Sound System accessory† is a 100-watt exterior audio system neatly integrated within MultiPro’s inner gate panel.

How big is the rear gate on a GMC Sierra?

While Sierra’s standard CornerStep rear bumper eases entry and egress into the cargo bed, MultiPro goes a step further. When the primary and inner gates are both released and lowered, the inner panel can be unlatched from the inner gate and folded down, creating a 48″ wide step, which is rated for 375 pounds† .

Why is the rear door on my GMC Sierra not opening?

Both rear doors on my 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 would stick or would not open. I was able to open the passenger side and found the lower latch mechanism was froze. Sprayed with a penetrant and kept working the latch assembly open and close and got it to work OK.