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How to Replace Tailgate Handle 2004-14 Ford F150 Truck
How to Replace Tailgate Handle 2008-2010 Ford F-250
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Tools used
T30 Bit
Ratchet
10mm Socket
Flat Blade Screwdriver
1. Removing the Tailgate Panel
Remove the six T30 Torx bolts from the tailgate liner
Pull off the tailgate liner
Remove the two T30 bolts from the tailgate panel
Lift off the tailgate panel
2. Removing the Tailgate Handle
Remove the two 10mm nuts from the tailgate handle
Pull the tailgate handle off the latch mechanism
Pull off the tailgate handle
Pull out the lock cylinder clip
Pull the lock cylinder out of the handle
3. Installing the Tailgate Handle
Push the lock cylinder into the handle
Put the tailgate handle into place
Push the tailgate handle onto the latch mechanism
Fasten the two 10mm nuts onto the tailgate handle
Test the tailgate
Remove the plastic coating from the handle
4. Installing the Tailgate Panel
Put the tailgate panel into place
Insert the two T30 bolts into the tailgate panel
Put the tailgate liner into place
Insert the six T30 bolts into the tailgate 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.
In this video, we're going to show you how to replace the tailgate handle on this 2005 Ford F150. It's the same part and similar process on these F150s from 2005 to 2013. The items you'll need for this is a new tailgate handle from 1AAuto.com, 10mm socket and ratchet, T30 torx bit or driver, and a flat blade screwdriver.
Start off by removing these eight T30s and depending on your bed liner, you may be able to only access six of them at first. Once you remove those six and pull your bed liner away, you can then remove the two underneath it. Flip this panel out of the way and then remove this 10mm nut and this 10mm nut. We'll fast forward as Mike does that. Now just lift up on the latch and pull the handle studs out of there and then just maneuver the handle until you pull that top part down and out. Pull out this clip and lift your lock cylinder out.
On the left is the old tailgate handle. On the right is the new one from 1A Auto. You can see they're identical and they will fit exactly the same Take you lock cylinder and push it into your new tailgate handle and feed the tailgate handle up in place. Push those studs through the holes and just lower that latch down on to the studs and then replace those two 10mms. Now, just tighten those preliminarily. Then, make sure the tailgate handle is lined up properly and then tighten those two 10mm nuts up the rest of the way. Now just test it out. Make sure that it locks and unlocks. It works
Take this panel, put it back into place and line it up and then replace the bolts to hold it in place. Then replace your bed liner and the bolts that go through that into this panel.
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.
Tools used
Gloves
T30 Socket
Ratchet
Safety Glasses
11mm Socket
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Good product
Chad
June 13, 2017
Easy to install and all necessary parts came with. Good video onlinr
LOVE IT! BETTER THAN ORIGINAL
D
June 18, 2017
Great product! Great quality! They even had a "HOW TO INSTALL VIDEO!" Very happy, will shop 1A Auto again!
tailgate handle for a ford fx4
N
October 10, 2017
nice product for the money, and very fast and efficient shipping.
Excellent
D
December 1, 2017
Price and ease of use were excellent.
The videos helping with replacement of the part available made the difference.
Great service
G
May 13, 2018
I had a very helpful rep on the phone when I ordered, making sure I got the right part for my model year truck. The part arrived very quickly and at a great price, too. Thanks A1!
Great replacement for my tailgate handle
B
September 1, 2019
Everything was as promised and the helpful video was perfect.
2014 Ford F150 parts
Michael
September 14, 2019
I recently ordered a new tailgate handle and brake rotors for my 2014 Ford F150 Website made it very easy to find parts specific to my truck and when they arrived, they were exactly what I needed. I will continue to us 1A Auto for future parts purchases. Website was easy to use and products arrived within just a couple of days Thanks 1A Auto!!
quallity part
R
March 17, 2020
The handle was quality at fractiin of cost for dealership price.
Great product
telpher
March 17, 2020
Replacement tailgate handle is as good or better than the original tailgate handle. Thanks 1a auto.
Tailgate handle
S
July 30, 2020
Handle was perfect, and price was good , and service was excellent. Ill be back.
Perfect
B
November 16, 2020
Perfect fit easy to install really cant beat the price. Will definitely use 1aauto again.
Perfect Fit
Michael
November 19, 2020
Very timely delivery and perfect fit will order future parts from 1Aauto
Tailgate Handle
jackie
March 28, 2021
I installed the handle and conducted operation of opening the tailgate, the handle would stick in full open position. I had to hit it (Fonzy style) so that the handle would reset. Difficulty installing the lock tumbler also. I reinstalled the original latch handle, threw this one in trash, and began search for OEM product.
Great product fast delivery
Ken
April 2, 2021
It was perfect I was able to get it fixed before my boss noticed I smashed his tailgate.
Two snaps up.
Excellent product!
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Tony
May 11, 2022
Really impressed with the product and ease of installation. 5-Stars all day long!
Jeff
July 18, 2022
Works great!
2000 Ford tailgate habdle
Peter
September 4, 2023
Perfect fit and the video made it very easy to install.
mike
January 22, 2024
Works fine!
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