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Old Aug 18, 2012 | 11:34 AM
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Tailgate latch
The tailgate latch on my 2000explorer is broken. can someone please instruct me as to how I can get the tailgate open?
 
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Old Aug 18, 2012 | 03:47 PM
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There should be an access panel on the inside of the door. take it off, then you will see the rods that go to the latches. pull/push them, and it will open. replace the plastic pieces on the ends of the rods. I have seen these pieces in the help section of advanced, and pep boys.
 
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