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Old Dec 12, 2022 | 12:14 PM
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Manual tailgate release for 2022 SD

Ok guys, was wondering if you know of a quick way to manually release the tailgate on a 2022 SD with the auto push button release? I have searched Youtube videos and no luck unless you remove the panel on the tail gate and who wants to do that with it locked in place? Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Dec 12, 2022 | 01:05 PM
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This thread will tell how thiefs do it to get your tail light assemblies. Easier than removing the panel.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...te-locked.html

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Old Dec 12, 2022 | 03:25 PM
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Thanks Bob.

EDIT: I'm still not able to find the procedure. A video would be helpful.....
 
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As I have never done it this is just a supposition. Inside the tail gate are the latches which are accessible from the inside of the bed.. the latches seem to be able to be tripped easily with a screwdriver or even your finger. I can't get a picture of the larches with the tailgate closed because I have installed the lid latch sold on ebay. This is a picture of the latch on my tail gate. You could also PM the author of the earlier thread posted and ask him if he has a video or better answer.


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