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How to Replace Tailgate Striker Bolt 1999-2013 Chevy Silverado
How to Replace Tailgate Striker Bolt 1999-2013 Chevy Silverado
Created on: 2019-01-17
Tools used
15mm Wrench
Torque Wrench
T40 Socket
Phillips Head Screwdriver
15mm Socket
Ratchet
1. Removing the Striker Bolt
Make sure the tailgate is lowered
Remove the tail light, using a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the screws (note: depending on the vehicle, you might need a Torx screwdriver)
Grabbing the tail light from the bottom, pull it out and set it aside
Use a 15mm wrench to loosen the nut and a T40 Torx socket and ratchet to loosen the striker bolt
Once loosened, the nut and bolt can be removed by hand
2. Installing the Striker Bolt
Line up and insert the striker bolt and nut with the location of the old striker bolt (you can also mark the location prior to inserting)
Use a T40 Torx socket and ratchet and a 15mm socket and torque wrench to torque the nut and bolt to 26-foot pounds
Line up and press the tail light back into place
Reinsert the screws and use a Phillips head screwdriver to tighten them
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M
June 25, 2019
These parts were as described and about half the cost of buying locally. Arrived earlier than expected. I would buy again from this vendor.
tailgate stricker bolts
hector
February 9, 2020
I put the tailgate bolts on my truck and it closed a lot better thank you.
Just what I ordered
D
March 30, 2020
Replacement was fast and simple and now my tailgate is secure
Fit like new.
M
May 9, 2020
good delivery time, quality parts
Top Quality
M
May 10, 2020
Good quality, easy to install and were delivered fast.
Perfect fit
B
July 1, 2020
Easy fix for my worn out factory bolts. No more rattles !
Easy Install
Gerard
December 20, 2020
They were not only easy to install but a perfect match.
I'm completely satisfied 1A Auto parets is the only way to go!!!!!!!
Stephen
July 18, 2021
The striker bolts fit my truck perfectly and the 1A auto video made it super easy
Harold
November 24, 2021
Exactly like the original when it was new. Works perfectly.
Perfect part
Travis
November 14, 2022
Exact fit. I like the black instead of brushed aluminum look
Exactly what I needed
Michael
December 12, 2022
Perfect fit! Tailgate closes nice and tight now! Easy install
Would buy again, doubt ill need to though.
Joseph
March 13, 2023
Fits great and seems like better quality than the stock ones.
david
November 12, 2023
Good product.
2006 SILVERADO SCREW LUGS
Sandra
December 22, 2023
GREAT FIT
Tailgate Striker Bolts
Richard
April 15, 2024
One of my striker bolts was loose an not working at all. After I purchased this set and replaced the parts my tailgate worked better than ever.
richard
August 17, 2024
great fit easy installation
Kenneth
January 6, 2025
Perfect fit and easy to install
Chevy silverado
Fernando
February 6, 2025
Good parts for my truck excellent price
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