EASY $18 Replace Broken Toyota Tundra Tailgate Handle 2007-2014 2nd Generation Truck Latch Install
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- Опубліковано 25 лип 2024
- Replacing a broken tailgate handle on a Toyota Tundra is not hard. If your tailgate won’t open or is difficult to get a latch to release, this is the fix for you.
This is the one I bought from Amazon:
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👉 amzn.to/4aUIYMt
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There are a lot of "Made In China" parts that are identical on Amazon. I just picked this one because of the price and really wanted to see how it would work as a Toyota replacement.
The OEM Toyota replacement handle is part # 69090-0C040.
This handle fits the 2nd generation Tundra from 2007-2013. There are also some 2014 models this will fit.
Check your VIN on a Toyota parts website or here:
parts.toyota.com/p/Toyota__/T...
This part number is for tailgates without backup cameras in the handle.
The Toyota MSRP is $122.11 for this part. However, there are many aftermarket companies that sell generic replacement parts for much less. I got mine from Amazon for less than $20.00.
If your handle is completely broken, you might be wondering:
How do I open my tailgate with a broken handle?
It is possible to fix your handle with the tailgate closed. Simply remove the 8 Torx screws that hold the access panel on. Once the cover is removed, you can manually pull on the left and right latch rods to release the latches. These are the long rods that are held of the handle by the 2 colored clips.
The other question I hear a lot is:
How do I know if my tailgate handle needs to be replaced?
If your tailgate handle will not release the latches to open the tailgate or if it will only release one side, your likely culprit is your tailgate handle. In my case, I could still open my tailgate, I just had to pull up harder on the right side of the handle to get the latch to release.
You will need a T-30 Torx bit and maybe a flat head screwdriver for this project.
Chapters
00:00 Symptoms of a Broken Tailgate Handle
00:35 Unboxing New Handle and Tools Required
01:06 Removing Tailgate Gap Cover Access Panel
02:11 View of Handle Inside the Tailgate
02:59 Disconnecting Tailgate Latch Rods
03:28 Removing the Mounting Bolts
04:07 Removing the Old Handle from the Tailgate
04:33 Remove the Lock Cylinder from the Old Handle
05:38 Install the New Handle in the Tailgate
07:04 Connect Tailgate Latch Rods
07:58 Testing the New Tailgate Handle and Lock
08:35 Project Summary - Авто та транспорт
Bro, thank you for this video! Literally took me less than 10 minutes to change it entirely
That’s awesome!
Thank you. I followed your instructions and was completely done in 10 minutes! And ordering the part from Amazon saved me about $200.
That’s awesome. Congratulations!
It always feels good to save $$. 😀
Happy July 4th
Thanks for this video. My 2007 Tundra just broke a few hours ago. You gave me the courage to try it myself.
Yes! You can do it!
Great video my man, simple and straightforward, Thank you
Thank you.
Thank you. Mine just broke off a few mins ago. I'm ready to do this rather than take it to the shop for a 10x up charge!
Good luck. It’s a cheap handle but mine still works great.
Great video I will be replacing mine this weekend!
Awesome. Good luck.
Awesome and informative video. I’ll be working on this over the weekend. It gave me confidence to perform this install. BTW, very cool and calm demeanor, its a great UA-cam friendly voice. 😂
Thanks for the comment.
It’s an easy fix and you’ll be glad you did it. My handle still works great!
Great video! I'm afaid I bought the same exact replacement that you bought. My original handle lasted 12 years. The very cheap (cost and quality) replacement lasted less than 10 months and just broke! I'm afraid your's will probably be breaking any day now.😟
I just left a terrible review of the specific item on Amazon, then I noticed, Oh! What a coincidence, that specific item is no longer for sale on Amazon. I see another on Amazon has a 1yr warranty. But I suspect these obscure companies sell an item for a few months, then once they start breaking and racking up negative reviews (around 8 months for this item?), they just change the part number and keep selling the same garbage but under a different company name and/or part number.
That’s too bad you had a problem. They are cheap handles and you definitely get what you pay for. $20 vs $120 OEM
Mine has been working great for 2 years. I’m sure it’ll break at some point too.
Thank you. Mine has been broke for a minute. I'm going to give this a try.
Sorry for the slow response on this. Good luck on your project! Mine is still working perfectly.
Well now you have 5 subscribers. Good work man .
Thanks. I really appreciate it.
Thanks, nicely done and explained.
Thanks. I really appreciate it...and my cheap-o handle is still working great. :)
Very good! Thank You!
Thanks. I appreciate that.
Thank you. Great video
Thanks. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
My cheap handle still works great. 😀
Thanks a bunch great video!!
Thanks for watching.
I run a thick bead of JB Weld along the outside of plastic lever arms to reinforce the unit. I have broken two just from regular use. Pieces oof crap.
Yeah, it’s too bad. That’s a part that could be made much better for not much more money.
Luckily, my cheap one is still working great.
can you try to explain exactly where you are talking about? im about to do this.
@@jasonjohnson9403 On the side of the lever arms is where mine broke twice. Wherever you see the hinged part moving add an additional layer of protection (epoxy) to thicken the hinged material. It's all around where the outer plastic is hinged.
Thanks 🙏 now I can do it
Yes, you can! 😀
My cheap handle still works great.
The real problem is that it is cheaply made. Handle is very weak.
Thank you, my 08 just broke with a softcover on.. trying to figure out a way inside it now 🤣
Bummer! Good luck!
I’m in this boat right now did you get it figured out?
@brianandreasen2200 this happened to me about a month ago. If you pry in the center bottom of the handle you can get that retaining clip to release to get a little space. From there you're going to have to snap the plastic where those 2 bolts attach the handle to the tailgate, I just rocked it back and forth until they snapped off. Then you should be able to move the handle out of the way to get to those two side rods and pull them together to release both tailgate latches. There's probably an easier way out there but this worked for me in the middle of the woods with no cell service to look up a video. Good Luck
Please don't put Chinese parts on your Japanese truck lol. I'm a tundra person myself
😂
Love this truck. 2007 and just hit 90k miles.
2011 257000 drive it everyday