What happens when your tailgate lock stops working?
There is a cylinder that you place your key in, and turn it to either lock or unlock the mechanism. Sometimes this assembly starts to fail or stop working, which means you won’t be able to lock up your possessions, or you may not be able to get it open.
Why is the tailgate latch on my Mercedes not closing?
I can open and close the door (I’ve got a manual Tailgate, not an electric one..). In fact this is only the latch that isn’t closing, and isn’t making noise (So isn’t trying to close when the door is in a closed position, ready to be locked…).
Can a soft top be used as a tailgate locking assembly?
From there, you can make use of a tailgate locking assembly in order to lock it up tight, and ensure your contents stay secure. Your cover, which may also be called a truck bed cover, can be a hard or a soft top, as the tailgate locking assembly will work with both.
What kind of cover should I put on my tailgate?
Your cover, which may also be called a truck bed cover, can be a hard or a soft top, as the tailgate locking assembly will work with both. The locking assembly has a number of mechanical parts which work together to latch to your truck’s tailgate handle.
There is a cylinder that you place your key in, and turn it to either lock or unlock the mechanism. Sometimes this assembly starts to fail or stop working, which means you won’t be able to lock up your possessions, or you may not be able to get it open.
When did the tailgate latch on my Mercedes Benz stop working?
On a vacation trip Jan 2013, my tailgate latch stopped working. It would close, but not latch. Brought it to MB of S. Orlando, FL. They replaced the latch, and said the replacement part is an improved one over the original. It cost $600 (parts 340, labor 218, and tax). It took about an hour.
Is there a lock on the tail gate on a Dodge Ram?
Flame Red Rebel, DHC4570, kad and 1 other person like this. This isn’t as simple as it sounds. The tail gate isn’t “locking” in the sense that there is a mechanical lock. Your tail gate has an electronic release handle, than when you press the button (the handle itself) it releases the latch and allows you to lower the tail gate.
From there, you can make use of a tailgate locking assembly in order to lock it up tight, and ensure your contents stay secure. Your cover, which may also be called a truck bed cover, can be a hard or a soft top, as the tailgate locking assembly will work with both.