Endgate Latch Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Endgate Latch & Bolts

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Callout	Component Name
1	Endgate Latch Bolt (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tip: Use a grease pencil to mark the position of the endgate latch before removing the bolts. Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
2	Endgate Latch Tip: Support the pickup box endgate. Release the endgate cable from the endgate cable bolt. Pull gently outwards on the endgate latch and release the pickup box endgate latch rod. Remove the endgate latch and transfer the endgate cable.