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How do I repair a loose (rattling) tailgate handle?
« on: January 28, 2018, 02:54:59 PM »
Tailgate works great, but the the handle just dangles in place. Rattles like mad on the road. Searched but could not find the fix. Any help appreciated.
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Re: How do I repair a loose (rattling) tailgate handle?
« Reply #1 on: January 28, 2018, 06:11:29 PM »
What actually holds the handle in the up position? Mine just hangs down and dangles. It operates the tailgate just fine otherwise.
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Re: How do I repair a loose (rattling) tailgate handle?
« Reply #2 on: February 01, 2018, 06:15:53 PM »
simple answer is to cut your exhaust off and you wont hear the handle rattle anymore. im not 100% sure on our trucks but i know on my 94 theres plastic bushings that hold the latch release rods in place. they can break and then you have a lot of play in the handle
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Re: How do I repair a loose (rattling) tailgate handle?
« Reply #3 on: February 01, 2018, 07:15:59 PM »
Replace the handle assembly.  The tailgate handle has a non-serviceable return spring built into the backside of the assembly.  In addition, each latch has an integral lock spring.
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