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Automatic locking tailgate

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Hauser94, Aug 8, 2023.

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  1. Oct 11, 2023 at 12:22 PM
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    I did this recently as well. Had to watch multiple videos to get it right as the instructions that came with the OEM look like they are photocopies of photocopies of pictures taken in 1920. Almost removed the wrong grommet under the seat, and that dang push on nut never did go on like I saw in all the videos (actually held better upside down which is... not how it should work, but I left it like that). But everything works so far. Took a few hours. Make sure and wear gloves as much as you can, got my hands cut up a bit.
     
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  2. Oct 11, 2023 at 12:29 PM
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    Yeah one of those things that once you know how it goes, oh not bad maybe an hour. Took me a while too
     
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  3. Oct 11, 2023 at 1:48 PM
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  4. Oct 11, 2023 at 1:50 PM
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  5. Oct 11, 2023 at 3:32 PM
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    I need to do this too.
     
    C-Rok275, Oct 11, 2023
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  6. Oct 16, 2023 at 8:58 PM
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    So, I ordered a tailgate remote harness/kit… LOL, I’m 67 and a mechanical idiot, so, how/who to install it? By buying the part myself, I probably can’t get a Toyota dealer to install it, and even if I could, it might be a fortune. I’ve thought about a car stereo shop as I’d think they’d be used to running wires, etc.

    Anyone have any other suggestions?

    Thanks!
     
    BBogey, Oct 16, 2023
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  7. Oct 16, 2023 at 9:02 PM
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    Malvolio

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    Malvolio free zip ties for Stun

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    Where are you located? I’ll help you do it in my driveway if you live nearby.
     
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  8. Oct 16, 2023 at 9:07 PM
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    Thank you, but I live in Washington State.
     
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  9. Oct 17, 2023 at 4:21 AM
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    It seems like a good stereo shop could do it. Like you said, they run wires for a living.
     
    C-Rok275, Oct 17, 2023
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  10. Oct 17, 2023 at 4:25 AM
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    I'm 74 and found it quite easy. FYI, directions do not come with the kit so here they are. Read them over & see what you think.
     

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  11. Oct 17, 2023 at 4:32 AM
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    My suggestion is go for it brother! Plenty of videos out there to follow.

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  13. Oct 19, 2023 at 2:38 PM
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    I just installed it on my ‘23 OR. Took me about 90 minutes.

    I followed this YouTube video:
    https://youtu.be/gz-8j4S3Dkw?si=eSW6AGxVSagQ2vwm

    I don’t think you’ll have any problems so long as you can remember righty tighty, lefty loosey.
     
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  14. Oct 19, 2023 at 2:42 PM
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    I recently ordered some oem wheels. They are legit.
     
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  15. Oct 19, 2023 at 2:59 PM
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    Thanks! In a short amount of time, I've learned a lot on this site (been on here a few months and FINALLY got my truck about 1 1/2 weeks ago) I've been looking at youtube videos and it's starting to make sense, plus I printed off the 21 pages of instructions that grandpawmoses sent me the link on. PLUS, my son said he'd help me on the 29th so I think between the two of us (mostly him) I'll get it done!!! I'll check back in if it's a success, or just go away quietly if it's a failure! LOL
     
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  16. Oct 29, 2023 at 8:23 PM
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    Well, I watched about 6 YouTube videos, read through the detailed instructions I’d printed off, sent my son a YouTube video that he watched, and I had everything laid out and ready for when my son got here today - 1 hour later it was done and I’m tickled!!!
     
    BBogey, Oct 29, 2023
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    Well done! :cheers:

    Should have been that way from the factory IMO. One of the first things I added. Glad I did it every time I need to open the tailgate.

    Enjoy!
     
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  18. Oct 29, 2023 at 9:46 PM
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    Thank you, and YES this is something that it should have come with‍♂️
     
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  19. Oct 30, 2023 at 8:16 AM
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    I had this installed when I bought my new truck...then I added a Diamondback Switchback cover...I should have done this to the 2019 I had...it really is a nice addition.
     
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    Well done. Next thing you know you’ll be putting a lift kit on in your driveway.
     
    Tater515, Oct 30, 2023
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