Other Name: Latch Assembly - Tailgate; Liftgate Latch, Rear; Trunk Latch; Door Lock; Lock
Position: Rear
Fits the following Ford Models:
Expedition | 2007-2017 | Eddie Bauer, EL Eddie Bauer, EL King Ranch, EL Limited, EL Platinum, EL SSV, EL XL, EL XLT, Funkmaster Flex Edition, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, SSV, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
Bronco Sport | 2021-2023 | Badlands, Base, Big Bend, First Edition, Heritage Edition, Heritage Limited Edition, Outer Banks | 3 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
Q: How to service the tailgate latch on Ford Excursion?
A: One should start tailgate latch servicing by opening the tailgate then removing the access panel using screw removal. The next step requires disconnecting the tailgate latch remote control actuating rods by first opening their locking clips and removing the rods. You will need to unscrew two screws before taking out the latch and this process works for both sides of the vehicle without distinction. Apply the installation steps in reverse order to the dismantling method. Use Multi-Purpose Grease Spray F5AZ-19G209-AA which fulfills Ford specification ESR-M1C159-A to lubricate the latches or utilize an equivalent product which meets the same requirements.
Q: How to service and repair the tailgate latch on Ford F-150?
A: The service and repair process for the tailgate latch begins with opening the tailgate followed by removing the tailgate access panel after unscrewing its screws. Beginning the service starts by opening the clip connecting the tailgate latch rod at its intended junction and completing the rod removal process. The removal process of the latch requires removing two screws followed by its complete extraction (the sequence applies to both hand styles). To install the system follow the complete opposite of the removal process. Follow installation with oiling of latches through an application of Multi-Purpose Grease or equivalent product which meets Ford specification ESR-M1C159-A. The latch release rods should remain unclipped while in a relaxed state with no loose slack amount present.
Q: How to service the tailgate latch on Ford Ranger?
A: The first step in serving the tailgate latch requires removal of both the tailgate access cover and its attached screws. The service starts with detaching the tailgate latch release link from the tailgate latch remote control through the tailgate latch rod retainer opening process. The tailgate support cables must be disconnected from pickup bed strikers and the tailgate latch needs removal after unscrewing its bolts while removing the latch release link. You should start with release link tailgate slack reduction by pulling it toward the center of the gate before closing the retainer over the link thread. The reverse procedures must be followed for installation completion.