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Broken lock on tailgate

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Griffinwade99, Sep 4, 2016.

  1. Sep 4, 2016 at 9:43 PM
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    Griffinwade99

    Griffinwade99 [OP] Member

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    How do i get my lock switched out on the tailgate with the bead cover locked on.
     
  2. Sep 4, 2016 at 10:06 PM
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    Bishop84

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    You break the lock right out and pull the two rods at the same time.

    I usually can get bed covers up enough to get inside and behind, but most aftermarket tailgate locks are pure plastic and need to be replaced entirely anyway, so break the shit out of it.
     

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