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To fix a 1999 Ford Explorer with a rear lift gate that will not open, first check to make sure the lock is not damaged or broken. Then, access the inside of the lift gate by entering the vehicle. Unbolt the lift gate from the hinges and remove the gate. You can then repair the lock or see if the mounting arms are bent or damaged.
I read on a forum where a guy just used a little screwdriver to open the lock mechanism, and then just lifted the gate open. It just might work.
The lift gate won't work if the glass is open. Sometimes it is open but not obviously so ... I would suggest opening the glass, slamming it shut ... then try the lift gate again.
It's right under the Jeep logo on the lift gate.
I was able to get my lift open by sticking a long, skinny, flathead screwdriver up between the latch and the body. Once it was in I slid the locking mechanism to the right. I got the gate open and was able to get the panel off and temporarily repair the latch.
The lift gate on a 2003 Dodge Durango can be opened from the inside if the latch is not working. There is a latch on the floor close to the door that can be tripped with the use of a screwdriver to open the gate. The cable for the gate might need to be repaired after this.
TRY PUSHING IN ON THE GATE WHILE LIFTING HANDLE..THIS SHOULD RELEASE THE PRESSURE AND IT SHOULD OPEN.
you put your hands on the trunk and pull
No. the regular power locks unlock the lift gate, and you have to grab the exterior handle to unlatch and open.No. the regular power locks unlock the lift gate, and you have to grab the exterior handle to unlatch and open.
On the remote to open it you need to press the blue button on it.
I just had the same problem with my 1996 Lumina APV. I removed the rear speaker cover, removed the speaker, and reached in and found the linkage on that particular side to open (if both sides won't open, you'll need a helper to click off at the same time). Dunno if yours is the same.
Press the button on the rear hatch that has the key hole in it. This will release the window catch and it should open when you try and lift the window.