How to service and repair the Trunk Latch on Ford F-150?

Service and repair work on the tailgate latch starts with opening the tailgate before mounting it for support. Destroy the eight tailgate access panel screws and place the panel back onto position while tightening it to 5 Nm (44 lb-in). First disconnect the rod location from the tailgate while opening the retaining clip to free the tailgate latch activating rod from the tailgate remote control. Reinstall the tailgate latch bolt by applying 25 Nm (18 lb-ft) torque together with a proper tightening procedure. For the next step remove the tailgate latch bolt followed by the tailgate latch cable you should tighten fasteners to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft) during reinstallation. To complete the removal process attach the tailgate latch but after installation apply lubrication then perform the opposite steps to replace it.

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Ford F-150 Lock Assembly, Rear Part Number: 5L3Z-9943150-A
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Product Specifications
- 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
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2020 Ford F-150 | Base, FX2, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lariat Limited, Lightning, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, STX, SVT Raptor, THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L LPG, 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Lock Assembly, Driver Side Part Number: ML3Z-9943151-B
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Tailgate; Latch
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: ML3Z-9943151-C
- Replaces: ML3Z-9943151-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Ford F-150 | Raptor, Raptor R | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Lock Assembly Part Number: ML3Z-9943150-D
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Tailgate; Latch
- Replaced by: ML3Z-9943150-E
- Replaces: ML3Z-9943150-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Ford F-150 | Lariat, Raptor, Raptor R, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
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Ford F-150 Lock Assembly, Rear Part Number: ML3Z-9943150-C
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Tailgate; Tailgate Latch, Rear; Trunk Latch; Door Lock; Lock; Latch
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: ML3Z-9943150-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Ford F-150 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, Raptor R, SSV, Tremor, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS

Ford F-150 Trunk Latch

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Ford F-150 vehicles feature the Trunk Latch and its main purpose is to hold the trunk lid in a closed position and protect the cargo inside, and it also prevents unauthorized opening. This is a working similar to the seat belt, where one must 'unbuckle' it by pushing a specific button. Made of steel material, this Ford F-150 Trunk Latch is built to take small impact from force majeure as well as made to ensure the trunk cannot pop open while the car is in motion. Trunk Latch, for example, has undergone a number of changes in its assembly and the types of designs commonly used in FORD F-150 since its production began, to meet demands of security and performance. A Working Trunk Latch is important since a non-working one means that the trunk will open with the intention of causing the losses of some important items. Any part that will fail to work properly or has undergone a lot of wear should be replaced periodically so as to maintain safety and efficiency in the Ford F-150.

Ford F-150 Trunk Latch Parts and Q&A

Lock Assembly, Rear
5L3Z-9943150-A
Q: How to service and repair the Trunk Latch on Ford F-150?
A:
Service and repair work on the Tailgate Latch starts with opening the tailgate before mounting it for support. Destroy the eight tailgate access panel screws and place the panel back onto position while tightening it to 5 Nm (44 lb-in). First disconnect the rod location from the tailgate while opening the retaining clip to free the tailgate latch activating rod from the tailgate remote control. Reinstall the tailgate latch bolt by applying 25 Nm (18 lb-ft) torque together with a proper tightening procedure. For the next step remove the tailgate latch bolt followed by the tailgate latch cable you should tighten fasteners to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft) during reinstallation. To complete the removal process attach the tailgate latch but after installation apply lubrication then perform the opposite steps to replace it.