lock on tailgate

2004 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE
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DAPHNEP
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2004 avalanche, key turns only partway in tailgate lock, sprayed wd40, feels like mechcanical issue, dont want to pay dealer $$$$ replacement if fixable. Any Idea how or who can do this?
Jan 18, 2011 at 8:18 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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You need access to the inside of the tailgate. From there, you will see a removeable panel to gain access to the linkage and handle. Check to see if the linkage is bent, disconnected...
Jan 25, 2011 at 2:59 AM