How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate

ID: 136801

Description: This guide is for a 2007 GMC Envoy with a jamme...

Steps:

  1. Use the flat head screwdriver to pry off the small round access panel on the interior of the tailgate.
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  2. Look through the opening and stick your flat head screwdriver underneath this metal arm.
  3. Force the arm up. It should stay raised when you pull the screwdriver out.
  4. DO NOT USE YOUR FINGER, there is risk of pinching and injury if you do not use the specified tools.
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  5. Use the flat head screwdriver to push this second lever to the right as far as it will go or until it clicks.
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  6. The tailgate is now unlatched. Open it from the outside.
  7. Replace the access panel.
  8. If the tailgate will still not open, you most likely did not push the second lever over far enough. Repeat Step 3.
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  9. Inspect the latch bracket's horizontal and vertical bars for dents, warping, and corrosion.
  10. If there are no physical defects visible, clean any rust and corrosion and test the tailgate. If it still jams, repeat Steps 1-4 and move on to Step 6.
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  11. Use the 40 Torx screwdriver to remove the two T40 63.5 mm screws that secure the latch bracket.
  12. Remove the latch from the vehicle.
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