I needed to replace my right tail light bulb, but my truck couldn't open. With your video, I was able to open the truck, replace the bulb and pass my DMV inspection. Perfect video for my 2007 GMC Yukon. Thank you!!!!!
Just wanted to give you an update. The issue was the liftgate release switch. I replaced that along with the locking mechanism. Without you video. I would have taken it to the dealer. Thanks for saving me $$$$$ bro!
I watched your video about a year ago and wala it works. There’s a bunch of videos on how to repair the rear hatch. Most are 15 mins or more. Yours was the BEST, and I do mean the BEST. The dealer said that the problem was either the motor needs to be replaced or the switch needed to be reprogrammed. Thanks 🙏 for helping me reprogram it!!!
I watched this video cause my window won't open. But if my hatch goes out this is the best hack I've seen👍. Totally something I would have done to my '92 S10. You sir have just earned a degree in Cajun ingenuity 🍻!
I am totally trying your trick this week!! Our Yukon has 275,000 miles, engine is solid but the back door is broken. The dealership was going to charge $1500 for the door actuator and handle. The truck is not worth that much money! Thank you for the video! Will let you know if it works!
Thank you for the video. It saved me lot of time. But I did not open the door panel before opening trunk. It is really hard to do. Instead, I drilled a very small hole in it (the plastic panel). That spot is marked by a very small circle in the latch area on left side of the car (if looking forward), about 2'' from center line and bottom. Then I used a thin hook to push and open the latch. The problem in my case was the lock switch pad ($30.00 from GM dealer) in the outer handle.
Thanks for the video! The Haynes manual told me where the switch was but didn't tell me how to release it other than sticking a rod in the hole you drill in the panel.
Great idea. The actual external switch is only $17 at advance I just went and bought it about an hour ago but I’m thinking that might be easier than whole panel off And replacing that switch. Great video
Brilliant young man, exactly what i needed to know for a quick temporary fix, if you need any questions from me, let me know I have a 2007 chevy suburban just like yours, I conduct all my maintenance and fixes too. Later
If you look at the lower cover panel, just off center two and a half inches up from the bottom you’ll see a factory dimple in the plastic. This was put there by GM to mark the exact spot to drill a small hole, which is directly in front of that little release lever. Once the hole is drilled, you simply push a small screwdriver or coat hanger through the hole and open the lift gate…
its been working for me for a year. needed strong cord. ps. it will open even when truck is locked. can tuck and hide cord under door. then dig it out with a key or pocket knife when you need it. eventually i will buy the replacement part lol.
Yes there is a video on UA-cam video on how to do exactly what you have done by just drilling a hole in the plastic on the outside of the mechanism . Their is pre-determined spot if you look at the plastic to drill a hole that will allow you to activate the same switch without taking off all of the above that you just did. Check this UA-cam
Hello and Happy New Year!!! your video was very helpful to me and my mechanic today we appreciate your video and your time to make it..thank you so much God bless...
Make a small hole on the in side back cover & feed the cable from the inside. Pop the rear glass open (by remote- or handle push button), then pull the cable. It keeps the thieves thinking.....
Hey that worked perfectly!!!!!!!!!!!!! But I wish I knew what caused it from working originally. I also have a problem with opening the rear window as well. Any solutions for that??
I'm going to post a video soon but the top part for the window has a lever that you can push with your finger. You'll see where the actuator should engage the lever. Press it and the window will release. I had to figure this out in the rain lol
Thank you for this fix! Do you have any idea what part is actually needing replacing? It is the actuator or something else? At least for now, we can use our door again!
Did you ever get it fixed, and if so what was the actual problem?? Did you have to replace the motor... Nice quick fix by the way, if you really need to get in and out of it.
My problem tmoneyman25 is that my latch randomly opens going down the road but doesn't open all the way just enough to make the lights come in I get out I apply a little bit of pressure on the backdoor and it latches until we hit a bump
Karl H like I said it was a quick easy fix..some people dont have the funds immediately or the time to drop their car off at a shop to let them replace a poorly engineered component
I understand that. Particularly when you take it in and they look puzzled and guess it will cost several hundreds of dollars to fix simply in trying to open then door.
*** LOOK HERE *** I used this video to temporarily fix the problem, but found this and it actually fixed it. The repair is super easy and inexpensive. You just need to remove the handle on the outside and replace the switch. The part you need can be found here www.1aauto.com/chevrolet-gmc-cadillac-liftgate-release-switch-acdelco-d1499f/i/acztm00004 for about $35.
I needed to replace my right tail light bulb, but my truck couldn't open. With your video, I was able to open the truck, replace the bulb and pass my DMV inspection. Perfect video for my 2007 GMC Yukon. Thank you!!!!!
Frederick Ramos you're welcome brother
Just wanted to give you an update. The issue was the liftgate release switch. I replaced that along with the locking mechanism. Without you video. I would have taken it to the dealer. Thanks for saving me $$$$$ bro!
Seriously. Best video I've found on this subject!
no problem man glad i could help
I watched your video about a year ago and wala it works. There’s a bunch of videos on how to repair the rear hatch. Most are 15 mins or more. Yours was the BEST, and I do mean the BEST. The dealer said that the problem was either the motor needs to be replaced or the switch needed to be reprogrammed. Thanks 🙏 for helping me reprogram it!!!
I watched this video cause my window won't open. But if my hatch goes out this is the best hack I've seen👍. Totally something I would have done to my '92 S10. You sir have just earned a degree in Cajun ingenuity 🍻!
I have a little bit if Cajun in me lol. My fathers last name is Bonton 👌🏾
Thank you Sir! Watching your video made it so easy! You saved me $600 that's what the local dealer wanted for the job. THANKS!
no problem man. I'm glad this video is still helping people
Dude, you just showed me magic!!! I hope it works!
I am totally trying your trick this week!! Our Yukon has 275,000 miles, engine is solid but the back door is broken. The dealership was going to charge $1500 for the door actuator and handle. The truck is not worth that much money! Thank you for the video! Will let you know if it works!
Yea let me know if it helps you out!!
$1500?!
Worked for my 07 Suburban! THANK YOU! Have to find a thinner cord though, the neon yellow paracord is too thick and bright.
J Schulte Good deal man. glad I could help.
it works. I'm sure glad you showed me this. I haven't been able to open that hatch for over a year. thanks
you're welcome
Was good it works and I watched allot of video s . Stopped at this one got her done ty
I will definitely be trying this. I'm having trouble with my 08 Tahoe. Genious idea. Thanks
No problem man hope it helps
Thank you for the video. It saved me lot of time. But I did not open the door panel before opening trunk. It is really hard to do. Instead, I drilled a very small hole in it (the plastic panel). That spot is marked by a very small circle in the latch area on left side of the car (if looking forward), about 2'' from center line and bottom. Then I used a thin hook to push and open the latch. The problem in my case was the lock switch pad ($30.00 from GM dealer) in the outer handle.
I noticed that small circle to. My 11 Tahoe rear hatch just decided not to work one day while at Costco.
Thanks for the video! The Haynes manual told me where the switch was but didn't tell me how to release it other than sticking a rod in the hole you drill in the panel.
Great idea. The actual external switch is only $17 at advance I just went and bought it about an hour ago but I’m thinking that might be easier than whole panel off And replacing that switch. Great video
Brilliant young man, exactly what i needed to know for a quick temporary fix, if you need any questions from me, let me know I have a 2007 chevy suburban just like yours, I conduct all my maintenance and fixes too. Later
i had already cut a hole behind the license plate (on a junk hatch) but this was a huge help thank u
area51 Automotive no problem glad I could help
If you look at the lower cover panel, just off center two and a half inches up from the bottom you’ll see a factory dimple in the plastic. This was put there by GM to mark the exact spot to drill a small hole, which is directly in front of that little release lever. Once the hole is drilled, you simply push a small screwdriver or coat hanger through the hole and open the lift gate…
Thank you! You saved my day 🙏💯
its been working for me for a year. needed strong cord. ps. it will open even when truck is locked. can tuck and hide cord under door. then dig it out with a key or pocket knife when you need it. eventually i will buy the replacement part lol.
iztheterrible thats awesome. easy peezy
You the man, been trying to figure this out for awhile.
Hell yeah bro thanks for the video I'm gonna work on mine tommarrow.i have that problem for a whole yea good shit bro
Thank you for this video of really helped me out I was going nuts trying to figure out good stuff
Sweet man pretty straight thru advice glad to have found this
Glad it's still helping people
U da man t money man 25! Worked for me! I think I will try to get the replacement part too.
Yes there is a video on UA-cam video on how to do exactly what you have done by just drilling a hole in the plastic on the outside of the mechanism . Their is pre-determined spot if you look at the plastic to drill a hole that will allow you to activate the same switch without taking off all of the above that you just did. Check this UA-cam
Thank you for taking the time to put a video up, really helped!!!!
Wow Effect AV you're welcome
Hello and Happy New Year!!! your video was very helpful to me and my mechanic today we appreciate your video and your time to make it..thank you so much God bless...
Jackie Barnett Im so glad it was helpful to you. Happy new year to you too
Thanks very appreciative it worked 👌👌👌👌
Thank You
Can you install that string on my truck? Im having trouble with my rear door.
Thanks Terrence big help!!!!!
Tony Oliphant glad it worked for you
You are the man
thanks alot homie opened up the hatch
MRCHONCH LA CHONA glad I could help
Nice truck. A little bit o' ratchet won't hurt that ride.
Make a small hole on the in side back cover & feed the cable from the inside. Pop the rear glass open (by remote- or handle push button), then pull the cable. It keeps the thieves thinking.....
is the pull need to happen away from the vehicle or pulling inside will also work
Thank man you save the day
I have a 2007 Chevy Suburban with the same problem I am going to try your method I will let you know if it works but good lookin out tho foreal!
Super. Thanks
macguyver! my man, (denzel washington voice) T-Money
Thanks man!
Worked like a charm
Thank you your a life saver
Thank you that video helped alot!
glad I could help
Hey that worked perfectly!!!!!!!!!!!!! But I wish I knew what caused it from working originally. I also have a problem with opening the rear window as well. Any solutions for that??
I'm going to post a video soon but the top part for the window has a lever that you can push with your finger. You'll see where the actuator should engage the lever. Press it and the window will release. I had to figure this out in the rain lol
Good work brother
Thank you for this fix! Do you have any idea what part is actually needing replacing? It is the actuator or something else? At least for now, we can use our door again!
it's the actuator
Did you ever get it fixed, and if so what was the actual problem?? Did you have to replace the motor... Nice quick fix by the way, if you really need to get in and out of it.
So what do you replace the handle or latch
My problem tmoneyman25 is that my latch randomly opens going down the road but doesn't open all the way just enough to make the lights come in I get out I apply a little bit of pressure on the backdoor and it latches until we hit a bump
Thanks bro works🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻🍺 perfect
Thanks man!
change the handle switch. its like 25 bucks on amazon..
This isn't a fix, it's a Jerry Rig
Awesome observation 🤟🏾
I have the same truck, but my gate is powered and hoes halfway up, then back down. Will this work to or do I have a motor problem?
I just saw a video with you problem, the guy changed the lift shock's and it worked fine.
Its lift shocks, or at least it was on mine.
does this fix my rear access open and door locks cycle issues?
Looks like a good band-aid fix. Why not replace the actuator though?
Karl H like I said it was a quick easy fix..some people dont have the funds immediately or the time to drop their car off at a shop to let them replace a poorly engineered component
I understand that. Particularly when you take it in and they look puzzled and guess it will cost several hundreds of dollars to fix simply in trying to open then door.
So what's the purpose of that switch that you tied a shoe lace to? Is it some sort of an override mechanism or was there i wire attached to it?
Its the latch that opens the door
Thanks man
Will this work for 07 Yukon denali xl mines goes up Automatically. you can hear it tryna work but it won't
Cam Mims it should, you'll have to look down in there tho
Thanks
Hey does your rear wiper work. My rear wiper and door stoped at same time. Wondering if they work toghter
Pplschamp21 same problem. Did you find a fix?
Same Problem here. It's the overhead electrical harness that some of wires are cut or pinched
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*** LOOK HERE *** I used this video to temporarily fix the problem, but found this and it actually fixed it. The repair is super easy and inexpensive. You just need to remove the handle on the outside and replace the switch. The part you need can be found here www.1aauto.com/chevrolet-gmc-cadillac-liftgate-release-switch-acdelco-d1499f/i/acztm00004 for about $35.
no problem man.
baby alive
baby alive
Are you pushing the release rearward?
Towards the outside
Shit...a bike brake cable with handle. :)
HATCH not HAX lmao. Driving me NUTS!
That was not fixed , it was rigged ! Good way to get your stuff stolen 😮
Congratulations detective!
Why not just FIX the issue instead of rigging it lol. Probably a little electric motor.
quick fix lol lol lol you're that far into it, why not simply replace the actuator? 😂😂
WeAreWatching because it will just break again...happy now
I am ghetto. And its fixed so?? If you wanna make a video go ahead. Till then say your peace and kick rocks. Hater
Thank you
Ur welcome