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How To Replace Tailgate Handle 2004-12 Chevy Colorado
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Tools used
Socket Extensions
Flat Blade Screwdriver
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Rust Penetrant
Gasket Adhesive
10mm Socket
Ratchet
1. Removing the Inner Tailgate Liner Protector
Pry up any trim buttons on the liner with a flat blade screwdriver
Remove the Phillips screws from the liner
Remove the liner
2. Removing the Tailgate Handle
Pry up the panel on the inner part of the tailgate with a flat blade screwdriver
Unclip the latches from the tailgate handle rods
Remove the two 10mm bolts from the tailgate handle
Remove the tailgate handle
3. Preparing the Tailgate Handle
Remove the lock bolt and lock mechanism
Transfer the lock to the new tailgate handle
Tighten the handle with a 10mm socket and ratchet
Insert adhesive to the bolt holes on the tailgate handle
Push on the grommets to the bolt holes
4. Installing the Tailgate Handle
Insert the handle into place
Insert and tighten the 10mm bolts to the tailgate handle
Connect the latches to the tailgate handle rods
Spray the hinges with rust penetrant
Test the tailgate handle
5. Installing the Inner Tailgate Liner Protector
Insert the panel on the inner part of the tailgate
Push the liner into place
Insert the Phillips screw into the liner
Push on the trim buttons to the liner
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Hi, I'm Mike from 1A Auto. I hope this how-to video helps you out, and next time you need parts for your vehicle, think of 1AAuto.com. Thanks.
If you need to replace your tailgate handle you're going to start by removing all the screws that hold this backing plate on. Some of the screws may be covered with little buttons here so you have to pry up and off. Okay, fast-forward here, and you can see I pretty quickly ditched the hand screwdriver for a power screwdriver. The flat blade screwdriver helps pry up on some of those screws if they don't come out easily.
Okay, it's right here. Pry up that panel. Okay, now you can see the back of the handle. It's held in by two bolts here. We're going to undo these clips which just clip onto these rods. Okay, take the clips off and take the rods out. It does help to remove this one as well. This is just a lock. Okay, take a 10mm socket and loosen the one that's on the lock just to get it loose while it's in here. Take out the two that hold the handle. Pull the handle right through and out. Now we got to take your lock bolt out like that.
A handle from 1A Auto is a very appropriate replacement, and you want to put your lock mechanism back in. There's a little key so make sure you put it in the right position. Okay, your new handle will come with a couple little rubber grommets, and what you want to do: take anything tacky or sticky I'm using a little bit of just gasket cement, ou can use regular household glue or whatever and just put a little bit right on where the bolts go in. Okay, just enough, and then just stick these little rubber grommets right on there. You just want them so they don't fall off. Okay, this on there. Just a little insulator to keep them from rattling.
Just like before put the handle up in, hold it up there, set your screws on, hook that there, push right over.
It's always a good idea to use some rust penetrant. Always spray it on your hinges. Do a quick test.
Now I'm going to fast-forward here. Then I put that panel back in place and screw it in. If you have a bed liner put the panel back in place. The panel does have a little triangle on it. Make sure it's pointing up, and if you have the bed liner put it on top and put all the screws in place and fasten it, and you should be all set.
We hope this video helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the Internet. Please feel free to call us toll-free, 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the Internet and in person.
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KEVIN
February 12, 2017
Receive the handle in a short period of time....It seems to be well made and was very happy with the product easy to install...The video helped for learning purposes....
Ronald
April 15, 2019
great videos very happy with this product work great easy to put in
Excellent quality and help
David
May 18, 2020
They have a perfect video that shows you how to replace the latch. The part bolted right in easy as you please. I wont hesitate to order from them again.
Tailgate handle replacement
R
January 25, 2021
Part fit perfectly. The real selling point to me was the video linked to the site showing how to remove and replace the handle. It was spot on!
Perfect fit
James
April 10, 2021
The handle came with everything you need, and was easy to install. I would definitely recommend it
Cathryn
November 7, 2021
Exactly what we needed. Easy installation. Brilliant to link the 'how-to' video on the purchase site as well as the invoice.
Frank
February 13, 2022
Perfect fit. I recommend this product.
Great company to get parts from!
Daniel
April 17, 2022
Works great, looks good. Gave four stars because it was missing a clip I bought separately. I am very impressed with 1A Auto and will continue to source my parts from them.
Perfect Replacement
Kenny
June 2, 2022
Perfect replacement and installation was a breeze, thanks to your video
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