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Ga.Tundra · 08-14-2007, 11:16 PM

The tailgate will not open up. Not locked, checked that. Any ideas?

jpnca · 08-14-2007, 11:29 PM

Any dents or dammage? Can you take the tail gate apart with it up? maybe something got dislodged

dascrow · 08-14-2007, 11:33 PM

With my old truck, the tailgate got bent by putting some heavy weight on it. It was real hard to open/close..

Flight risk · 08-15-2007, 06:52 AM

I had the same problem. I took it to the dealer and they fixed it in a few minutes. The problem was a washer had come loose from the release latch causing it not to work.
I would fix it myself next time...
Take off the plate on the tailgate and you should be able to immediatly see the problem. I think it is just a star washer. I will drill and pin it next time.

Ga.Tundra · 08-16-2007, 10:40 PM

Thanks. I have to take in on Monday for her 1st oil change, I might as well have them fix it. But thanks.

Flight risk · 08-17-2007, 11:50 AM

I don't blame you. If you are already making a trip than get them to fix it. The only problem is they may not have the clip.I was lucky and the mechanic just so happened to have on in his tool box.

Good luck.

PS.. I also don't blame you for getting them to change the oil!!!!! PIA!!

homedawg · 08-17-2007, 12:16 PM

Mine did it twice. There are little plastic orange and purple clips on the metal rods that hold them into the latch mechanisms. I think the vibration of the bed causes them to pop off. What I did was pull off that cover on the inside of the tailgate, put the clips back in place and install a heavy tie wrap around them to help keep them in place. I have had no problems since doing this.

Good luck.

PMattS · 08-25-2007, 06:24 PM

Same deal for me. 2007 DC after 1 week. Lucky I had read it occured on another string here. Fortuately the bed wasnt loaded yet. I removed back of tailgate and the rod on the driver's side had popped out just like others had reported. Clipped it back on and it was fine. Took 5 minutes with the right torx socket and my cordless drill. If it happens again, I will likely wire tie it like one of the other people posted. I have also reported it to my dealer who said I should let Toyota Service know. Perhaps they can do a permanent fix through a service bullletin.

Still LOVE MY TRUCK!!!

tundratom · 08-30-2007, 08:48 AM

mie just had the same problem. it was the purple connector (driver's side). wire tied it and good to go. thanks for the info

rmjdrift · 09-04-2007, 01:42 PM

Just happened to me this weekend after i had an RX-7 motor loaded in, sucked, Dealer is fixing it, but i will fix it next time

tundratom · 09-07-2007, 01:17 PM

took the tundra to get several things fixed (sonar stopped working, passenger mirror that vibrated, and for them to replace the splash guards they damaged last time).

I also mentioned the tailgate problem (I had already fixed and cable tied, but was more difficult to open since my repair) and the right driver's vent pointing up no matter what.

They replaced the clips in the tailgate with a newer design. Supposed to keep the rod from popping out, and it is much easier to work the handle :-)

The service manager (not the adviser, but the manager of the service techs) has a fix for the ac vent issue. They replaced the entire trim panel and modified it. The vent is slightly harder to position than the other ones, but holds in place. :-)

they replaced the parking sonar computer to no avail. Turns out it was a loose connection to the front sonar sensors. :-)

replaced the splash guards they had damaged last time. When they previously diagnosed the sonar issue, they had removed the bumper. Upon installation, they installed the plastic rivets into the bumper, then put the splash guards on. DUH. During my weekend trip, the splash guards fell down on top of the front tires. Imagine that, the tires won.

I also had them order a new passenger towing mirror. My old one shook with the slightest bump. The new one is not any better. The dealership is going to pursue that with the district toyota rep. Will see.

sorry for the book :-)

stevekrisch · 09-08-2007, 10:53 PM

toyota has designed a new latch for the left side, they came out with a tsb
everyone putting zipties on the clip, that is a bandaid. go get the updated latch.

rmjdrift · 09-08-2007, 11:42 PM

Is this a recall? Left side is the side that got messed on mine

stevekrisch · 09-09-2007, 02:41 PM

no it is a technical service bulletin, toyota wont contact anyone about it
you just need to go in and request the new latch. if anyone has the concern
make sure they replace the latch and not try to repair it.

tundratom · 09-10-2007, 09:51 AM

damn tailgate is hard to open again. Next time it goes in, will be replacing the latch. Hope that fixes it.

08-14-2007, 11:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
Ga.Tundra Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 218	Tailgate wont open up? The tailgate will not open up. Not locked, checked that. Any ideas?

08-17-2007, 12:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
homedawg Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 49	Mine did it twice. There are little plastic orange and purple clips on the metal rods that hold them into the latch mechanisms. I think the vibration of the bed causes them to pop off. What I did was pull off that cover on the inside of the tailgate, put the clips back in place and install a heavy tie wrap around them to help keep them in place. I have had no problems since doing this. Good luck. __________________ 2007 FJ Cruiser 4WD 2007 Tundra Crewmax 4WD 2008 Honda TRX420FE (Rancher 4WD) 2005 Honda CRF450X 2005 Honda CRF50F 2006 Honda TRX250EX 2006 Kawasaki KFX50

08-25-2007, 06:24 PM	#8 (permalink)
PMattS Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Northbridge, MA Posts: 8	Latch Same deal for me. 2007 DC after 1 week. Lucky I had read it occured on another string here. Fortuately the bed wasnt loaded yet. I removed back of tailgate and the rod on the driver's side had popped out just like others had reported. Clipped it back on and it was fine. Took 5 minutes with the right torx socket and my cordless drill. If it happens again, I will likely wire tie it like one of the other people posted. I have also reported it to my dealer who said I should let Toyota Service know. Perhaps they can do a permanent fix through a service bullletin. Still LOVE MY TRUCK!!!

08-30-2007, 08:48 AM	#9 (permalink)
tundratom Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: az Posts: 286	mie just had the same problem. it was the purple connector (driver's side). wire tied it and good to go. thanks for the info __________________ 07 Tundra DCab 4x4 SR5 TRD 5.7L, Leer 180R shell, BFG AT KO LT285-65-18 AirLift Load Lifter 5000 85 VW Westfalia Vanagon (w/ locker and granny gear) 56 VW Ragtop 04 Honda Accord (wifes car)

09-04-2007, 01:42 PM	#10 (permalink)
rmjdrift Supporting Vendor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moorpark, Ca Posts: 958	Just happened to me this weekend after i had an RX-7 motor loaded in, sucked, Dealer is fixing it, but i will fix it next time __________________ 2007 Toyota Tundra 5.7 Slate, Double Cab 1990 Nissan 240sx - Daily Driver 1989 Nissan 240sx Pro Drift Spec (the HATCH) - FOR SALE - 1991 Nissan 240sx Pro Drift Spec (the COUPE) www.RMJMOTORSPORTS.com Performance Parts - Technical Consulting/Support - Track Proven

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08-14-2007, 11:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
jpnca Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Gabriel Valley Posts: 1,884	Any dents or dammage? Can you take the tail gate apart with it up? maybe something got dislodged

08-14-2007, 11:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
dascrow Administrator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Alamogordo, NM Posts: 779	With my old truck, the tailgate got bent by putting some heavy weight on it. It was real hard to open/close..

08-15-2007, 06:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
Flight risk Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Charleston, sc. Posts: 70	I had the same problem. I took it to the dealer and they fixed it in a few minutes. The problem was a washer had come loose from the release latch causing it not to work. I would fix it myself next time... Take off the plate on the tailgate and you should be able to immediatly see the problem. I think it is just a star washer. I will drill and pin it next time.

08-16-2007, 10:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
Ga.Tundra Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 218	Thanks. I have to take in on Monday for her 1st oil change, I might as well have them fix it. But thanks.

08-17-2007, 11:50 AM	#6 (permalink)
Flight risk Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Charleston, sc. Posts: 70	I don't blame you. If you are already making a trip than get them to fix it. The only problem is they may not have the clip.I was lucky and the mechanic just so happened to have on in his tool box. Good luck. PS.. I also don't blame you for getting them to change the oil!!!!! PIA!!

09-07-2007, 01:17 PM	#11 (permalink)
tundratom Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: az Posts: 286	took the tundra to get several things fixed (sonar stopped working, passenger mirror that vibrated, and for them to replace the splash guards they damaged last time). I also mentioned the tailgate problem (I had already fixed and cable tied, but was more difficult to open since my repair) and the right driver's vent pointing up no matter what. They replaced the clips in the tailgate with a newer design. Supposed to keep the rod from popping out, and it is much easier to work the handle :-) The service manager (not the adviser, but the manager of the service techs) has a fix for the ac vent issue. They replaced the entire trim panel and modified it. The vent is slightly harder to position than the other ones, but holds in place. :-) they replaced the parking sonar computer to no avail. Turns out it was a loose connection to the front sonar sensors. :-) replaced the splash guards they had damaged last time. When they previously diagnosed the sonar issue, they had removed the bumper. Upon installation, they installed the plastic rivets into the bumper, then put the splash guards on. DUH. During my weekend trip, the splash guards fell down on top of the front tires. Imagine that, the tires won. I also had them order a new passenger towing mirror. My old one shook with the slightest bump. The new one is not any better. The dealership is going to pursue that with the district toyota rep. Will see. sorry for the book :-) __________________ 07 Tundra DCab 4x4 SR5 TRD 5.7L, Leer 180R shell, BFG AT KO LT285-65-18 AirLift Load Lifter 5000 85 VW Westfalia Vanagon (w/ locker and granny gear) 56 VW Ragtop 04 Honda Accord (wifes car)

09-08-2007, 10:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
stevekrisch Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 3	tailgate not opening toyota has designed a new latch for the left side, they came out with a tsb everyone putting zipties on the clip, that is a bandaid. go get the updated latch.

09-08-2007, 11:42 PM	#13 (permalink)
rmjdrift Supporting Vendor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moorpark, Ca Posts: 958	Is this a recall? Left side is the side that got messed on mine __________________ 2007 Toyota Tundra 5.7 Slate, Double Cab 1990 Nissan 240sx - Daily Driver 1989 Nissan 240sx Pro Drift Spec (the HATCH) - FOR SALE - 1991 Nissan 240sx Pro Drift Spec (the COUPE) www.RMJMOTORSPORTS.com Performance Parts - Technical Consulting/Support - Track Proven

09-09-2007, 02:41 PM	#14 (permalink)
stevekrisch Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 3	tail gat wont open no it is a technical service bulletin, toyota wont contact anyone about it you just need to go in and request the new latch. if anyone has the concern make sure they replace the latch and not try to repair it.

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09-10-2007, 09:51 AM	#15 (permalink)
tundratom Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: az Posts: 286	damn tailgate is hard to open again. Next time it goes in, will be replacing the latch. Hope that fixes it. __________________ 07 Tundra DCab 4x4 SR5 TRD 5.7L, Leer 180R shell, BFG AT KO LT285-65-18 AirLift Load Lifter 5000 85 VW Westfalia Vanagon (w/ locker and granny gear) 56 VW Ragtop 04 Honda Accord (wifes car)