Introduction and Access
The nuts for the haft are easily seen last the rotating latch meeting. When the apply is lifted, it pushes down on the rotating lock that, in turn, pulls on the rods running to the out panel latches.
How it Works
When the rods are pulled, the outside latch is retracted which releases the tailgate.A tailgate hook is prepared up of eight pieces. There is the fastening holder, the rotating lock mechanism, two rods, two panel latches, one on each side, and the latches' recesses on either side of the tailgate. All related components can be accessed from the inside panel of the tailgate. Remove the screws and the considerable panel.The rotating meeting has a straight bar and the rods are attached to both ends. When the bar rotates, it is manageable to examine how it pulls the rods. To alternate the employ, remove the nuts and grip. When replacing the rotating latch assembly, disconnect the rods inceptive by pulling the plastic retainers off the rods and remove the rod from the hasp. The rods must be straight--if not, they Testament end product the transaction of the meeting. To remove and alternate the elsewhere latches, remove the two screws holding them in on each side of the tailgate. Remove the rod from the rotating latch and pull the lock and rod outside.
Fix the Tail Gate Latch
When installing the outside latch mechanism, the rod should be installed on the hook, the catch inserted into the access gap and held in community as the screws are installed. To adjust the rod, pull the rod equal until the spring tension in the absent lock can be felt. This takes up all the slack. Install the rod Apartment lodgings into the plastic retainer in the rotating lock and flip the top of the retainer over and clip it in place. That locks the rod in place.
In most cases, the outside latch gets rusty or corroded causing the rotating latch behind the handle to lock up and causing the handle to break. To prevent this repair or during the repair lubricate all the latches with penetrating oil and make sure they are free to move without restriction.
