How to service the tailgate latch on 2009 Ford F-150?

A proper service of the tailgate latch begins with opening the tailgate while providing support. You need to take out any step assist handle that exists on the tailgate. The access panel for the tailgate requires 7 bolts for flareside beds but 8 bolts without a tailgate step or 13 bolts with a step tailgate and must be tightened to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) when reinstalling. The procedure to service the tailgate latch begins by opening the clip on the tailgate remote control to release its tailgate latch actuating rod and additionally detaching the locator when the tailgate has this feature installed. The upper tailgate latch bolt needs to be removed before installation while ensuring proper torque settings at 25 Nm (18 lb-ft). First detach both the lower tailgate latch bolt and the tailgate latch cable before refitting them to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft). Completed tailgate replacement requires uninstalling the latch before reinstalling it through the reversed removal process.

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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Tailgate; Tailgate Latch, Rear; Tailgate Lock; Trunk Latch; Door Lock; Lock; Latch
- Manufacturer Note: RH/LH
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 2L3Z-9943150-AA, 3L3Z-9943150-AA, JL3Z-9943150-A, JL3Z-9943150-B
- Item Weight: 0.80 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 5.4 x 3.4 x 3.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Require Quantity: 2
- SKU: 5L3Z-9943150-A
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Fits the following 2009 Ford F-150 Submodels:
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Q: How to service the tailgate latch on 2009 Ford F-150?
A: A proper service of the tailgate latch begins with opening the tailgate while providing support. You need to take out any step assist handle that exists on the tailgate. The access panel for the tailgate requires 7 bolts for flareside beds but 8 bolts without a tailgate step or 13 bolts with a step tailgate and must be tightened to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) when reinstalling. The procedure to service the tailgate latch begins by opening the clip on the tailgate remote control to release its tailgate latch actuating rod and additionally detaching the locator when the tailgate has this feature installed. The upper tailgate latch bolt needs to be removed before installation while ensuring proper torque settings at 25 Nm (18 lb-ft). First detach both the lower tailgate latch bolt and the tailgate latch cable before refitting them to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft). Completed tailgate replacement requires uninstalling the latch before reinstalling it through the reversed removal process.