How do you fix the tailgate latch on a 2000 Chevy silverado z71?

Answer 1

It depends on what's wrong but the last time this happen to me it was the retaining clips that broke. It's a bad place for a piece of plastic. What you need to do is carefully remove the plastic molding around the handle. To do this push up this molding and tilt out. the retaining clips keep the rod inplace on the locking mechanism. Just put the rod back into the hole along with a new metal retaining clip. That way you don't have to do this again. The clips can be picked up at any automotive shop for $1.50. Be carful when putting back the molding. this is where most people break it. Good luck