B3000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.0L OHV (1998)
Tailgate Latch: Service and Repair
Tailgate Lock
1. Lower and support the tailgate.
2. Remove the tailgate access cover.
3. Open the tailgate lock rod retainer.
4. Disconnect the tailgate lock rod (4) from the tailgate lock remote control (3).
5. Disconnect the tailgate support cables from the pickup bed strikers.
6. Remove the tailgate lock.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the tailgate lock and lock rod.
NOTE: Prior to installation, remove the slack in the tailgate lock release link by pulling the tailgate lock release link to the center of the
tailgate. Close the tailgate lock rod retainer over the thread of the tailgate lock release link.
7. Install in reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
Tailgate access cover screws: 4.5-6.3 N.m { 45-64 kgf.cm , 40-56 in.lbf }
Tailgate lock bolts: 25.5-64.5 N.m { 2.7-3.6 kgf.m, 19-25 ft.lbf }