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Old Sep 6, 2005 | 02:08 PM
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2 Things - Tailgate & Odometer

I have a '99 F150 and I have 2 issues I thought I would address to you guys.

1 - Sometimes my tailgate sticks. I have to push the tailgate in and then lift the handle and it will open. If I don't push it in, nothing happens and it doesn't open.

2 - Sometimes when I start my truck, the odometer disappears. It's just black there for a few seconds or so and then it comes back.

Any tips to fix these would be great. Thanks guys!

-Kelly
 
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Old Sep 6, 2005 | 02:41 PM
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problem number 1, need to take the acces panel off and spray everything in there with some silicone, or wd40.

problem #2 - take a look at this thread. https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...meter+blackout

hope this helps
 
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Old Sep 6, 2005 | 07:20 PM
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besides lubing up the rods on the tailgate there is some adjustment that can be done on the plastic clips that hold the rods in position
 
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Old Sep 7, 2005 | 07:28 AM
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Thanks for the replies guys. Very helpful!
 
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