Remove Liftgate Panel to replace latch 2008 Yukon

[Randy Messina]

My auto liftgate stopped working and after doing some research I'd like to try and replace the latch. I started popping off the bottom section of plastic panels but when I got to the piece next to the latch it refuses to release. I removed the torx screw and handle first. I put a good amount of pressure and I can see the clip inside but it will not come out. I don't not want to break any of this awesome quality plastic. Any help is appreciated, am I missing something?

 

[Randy Messina]

Just to update... I was able to get those stupid clips loose. It took a lot of pressure and I was afraid I would break the clips or plastic but all is well. My symptoms for the initial problem was that I could manually open my liftgate but when I pressed the button to auto open, I could hear the motor spinning but the gate would not open. I thought it would be an issue with the gear assembly or the control module but the problem was the latch. This is the part I used on my 2008 Yukon http://www.amazon.com/Genuine-GM-13581405-Liftgate-Latch/dp/B00GUDCVN0. I hope this helps someone else.

 

[M3kanic]

Thank you for posting an update.

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[Chito]

I have a problem with a 2007 chevy Tahoe the lift gate will not open the motor does not work and what sucks is I cannot open the rear window as the motor for that may be dead aswell I cannot open the plastic panel because the rear window does not open can anybody help or give any tips on this?

 

[Mywifeshoe]

Just to update... I was able to get those stupid clips loose. It took a lot of pressure and I was afraid I would break the clips or plastic but all is well. My symptoms for the initial problem was that I could manually open my liftgate but when I pressed the button to auto open, I could hear the motor spinning but the gate would not open. I thought it would be an issue with the gear assembly or the control module but the problem was the latch. This is the part I used on my 2008 Yukon http://www.amazon.com/Genuine-GM-13581405-Liftgate-Latch/dp/B00GUDCVN0. I hope this helps someone else.

Before you replaced the handle, was it unlocking and locking as normal? I know the hatch wouldn't open but when it was closed and you slightly pulled on the handle and let go, would it unlock and lights blink but just not go up? I pulled that gear off right next to the motor and when the motor turns it won't engage the gear to lift.

 

[donjetman]

was it unlocking and locking as normal? I know the hatch wouldn't open but when it was closed and you slightly pulled on the handle and let go, would it unlock and lights blink but just not go up?

Yes
My rear power liftgate quit raising. It would lock/unlock and work manually, so I replaced the power liftgate lock latch mechanism with: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Liftga...wer+liftgate+lock+latch&qid=1575330510&sr=8-5

All is well now.

 

[donjetman]

**UPDATE**
3 weeks ago I replaced my lift gate latching mechanism for $68, the cheapest I could find https://www.amazon.com/Power-Liftga...wer+liftgate+lock+latch&qid=1575330510&sr=8-5

It worked about 10 times then KAPUT. I took it apart and found a gear broke into many pieces.
I'm getting one from O'Reillys tomorrow w/lifetime warranty for $170, OUCH!
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[donjetman]

Installed another rear liftgate latching mechanism, Standard brand pt# DLA1017. All is well again so far