1991 Ford F150 tailgate

1991 FORD F-150
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BIGBOY91
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1991 Ford F150

my tailgate is shut and the rod goin to the latch is disconnected. how do i open the latch
Nov 19, 2009 at 4:40 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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THere should be two screws holding the latch on each side of the tailgate. IF the problem is the handle, you need to remove the three bolts on the inside of the tailgate ao loosten it and access it.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
Nov 22, 2009 at 9:39 PM
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