1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 "replace clip tailgate release rod" Questions

...tailgate to repair the rod? You should be able to feel around and locate that rod. After you get it you can use some pliers or vice grips to put on the rod to release the lock on that side and the ...

...probably fell off... i had to take the tailgate apart and replace the clip on mine.. but if your lucky you can pull the cover off right by the handle,, look inside and fish the rod up and replace ...

...clip came apart out by where the latch is at the side of the tailgate, this was a little tricky. I got lucky and was able to snag the latch using the release rod as a tool held with a small set of ...

...need to get a new plastic clip from Ford to keep the rod in place. Don't worry though. These plastic clips are cheap and easy to replace. Good luck. This plastic part will only be available from

...to replace the tailgate release assembly Any ideas on the best way to remove the rods without breaking or bending them? yes the clips on each end snap away from the rod then the rod pulls up thats

...replace the handle assembly, place rod back into clip and use a small tie wrap to secure it from slipping out again. 2. cut through the inner panel and grab the threaded rod to release latch. Using ...

...tailgate to expose an access hole that with a screw drive pry the mechanism toward the passengers side of the vehicle. Now my problem is what is the best way to remove the rug without damageing the ...

...replace it and tape it up if necessary after fixing the latch.) peel the insulation off the metal part of the door, you will see the assembly rod has come off the latch and will need putting back in ...

...release motor operate I had the same problem with my 2001 Blazer. Just remove the panel by the screws located on the side of the tailgate, the problem was a bad actuator which pulls the lever to open ...