F 250 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L CNG VIN M (1999)
Tailgate Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
NOTE: Individual lock cylinders are repaired by discarding the inoperative cylinder and building a new lock cylinder using the appropriate lock
repair package. The lock repair package includes a detailed instruction sheet to build the new lock cylinder to the correct key code of the vehicle.
1. Remove the tailgate handle.
2. Remove the tailgate lock cylinder.
1. Remove the spring clip.
2. Remove the tailgate lock cylinder.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: Make sure the lock release rod is not preloading the latch. It should be clipped in a relaxed state with no slack.
