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How To Replace Tailgate Cables 1999-2006 GMC Sierra
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Tools used
Ratchet
1/2 Inch Socket
1. Removing the Tailgate Cable
Remove the 1/2" bolt on the tailgate cable
Remove the cable
2. Installing the Tailgate Cable
Insert the cable into place
Tighten the bolt to the cable
Repeat the process for the other side
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Hi, I'm Mike Green. I'm one of the owners of 1A Auto. I want to help you save time and money repairing or maintaining your vehicle. I'm going to use my 20-plus years experience restoring and repairing cars and trucks like this to show you the correct way to install parts from 1AAuto.com. The right parts installed correctly: that's going to save you time and money. Thank you and enjoy the video.
In this video, we'll be installing a tailgate cable on a 2004 GMC Sierra. It's basically the same as any GMC Sierra or Silverado from 1999 to 2006. The only tool you'll need is a 1/2 inch wrench.
Open up the tailgate. You got a bolt here. It's a ½ inch bolt. Remove that. If it's frayed, you can replace it. Not a difficult thing to replace at all. Most people can do it. If you're wondering how, that's how. A couple of keys, make sure if you're replacing one, the other one's in good shape. You don't want the tail gate to fall because if it falls, it will hit the bumper and it will get dented. Don't take them off both at the same time.
Just one little thing: When you're tightening it, you see the tailgate cable's made to go around the flint in this bolt. You need to lift up and make sure the tailgate cable goes on the bolt, and then tighten it. This allows that to keep moving. If you're tightening it up with getting it in that right spot, basically what will happen is your tailgate will just going to stay like this. This would end up pinching into there and probably damaging and scratching things. That's about it.
We hope this video helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the Internet. Please feel free to call us toll-free, 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the Internet and in person.
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Phillip
November 3, 2017
All the products that I have bought from 1A Auto have been top quality. I am very pleased with the whole experience.
Everything I needed.
Lance
November 16, 2017
The only thing the kit should include are the bolts for the installation. Otherwise a great product.
Review on parts ordered
D
March 31, 2018
All the parts ordered came very quickly however the packing was not done very well
Excellent Product
Andrew
October 22, 2018
All pieces fit as expected. Items look great and my tailgate works flawlessly for the first time since I owned the truck. Great price and product.
Tailgate kit
J
November 20, 2018
I am very happy with the tailgate kit, I thought I wouldn't need all of it, the truth is I needed every last piece. I will be returning to 1aauto.com for more products, my truck is a work in progress and I know now where to order my parts from.
Ross
February 22, 2019
Everything was excellent and I would recommend this product
Excellent parts
Corey
March 21, 2019
We have been using 1aauto for sometime. The parts arrive quick and they all fit perfectly, we will continue to use this company in the near future. I tell all of the quality so they too can try yall. Thanks
Great service!
Bruce
May 1, 2019
Website was easy to navigate. Order came promptly with absolutely no issues. Thank you.
Great kit, easy to install
Ryan
June 17, 2019
All parts needed to overhaul your Chevy tailgate in one affordable package. Did mine by myself in about an hour with hand tools.
Tailgate
D
August 6, 2019
Had everything we needed, the tailgate is mow like brand new, everything fit perfectly
Chevy tailgate hardware kit
H
November 6, 2019
Good quality and price. Only thing I had to use from the old tailgate was the rods from the handle to the latches.
Quick shipping great fit
Travis
January 1, 2020
Parts were shipped fast. Packaging was nice and secure. Parts were good quality with great fitment. On top of all that price was 2nd to none for quality. Thanks!
Works as designed
Dariusz
May 15, 2020
fits easily and quick install
Kit is good, except.......
T
March 29, 2021
Kit was really good. Up to the point when you put the handle bezel on. The 2 latching tabs broke. Now I bought just the bezel a little over a yr ago from A1. It to broke at the latchs. I just left it off. Since the kit came with it, I tried again. Same rsults. So I ordered a 3rd one. I even heated it up to 90 degrees just to ensure it was not brittle. It to broke. Top 2 latchs everytime. Doesnt matter whether I install top or bottom first. Everytime it breaks before I even come close to clearing the tailgate hole. Not wasting my money anymore.
Easy install and quality components!
E
April 10, 2021
Everything replaced easily and seems quality built. Only nitpick is 2 bolts were 12mm while the rest were 13mm. Great value to refurbish tailgate hardware
Great value
Michelle-
May 25, 2021
We were very happy with the tailgate kit. It had everything we needed to fix the broken tailgate. If ordered all parts separately would have paid much more. Only took an hour to completely fix!
Recent tailgate latch components
Jerry
June 2, 2021
I appreciate the helps from 1A Auto with replacement components for my pickup truck tailgate. The order was processed quickly, and all parts ordered were shipped. All works great and I believe parts to be exact match of OEM. I rated it only 4-stars as there were no instructions. An internet search for instructions was necessary to complete the work. Otherwise I will contact 1A Auto again when parts are needed.
Martin
June 17, 2021
Best deal you will ever find
peter
September 1, 2021
Great kit. Everything you need.
2005 Silverado tail gate kit
Reid
September 10, 2021
Everything fit the way it should. Tailgate actually clicks into place. Good kit.
Rebuild a wore out tail gate.
James
October 26, 2021
Well built replacement parts that fit like a glove. My wore out tail gate works like new. Cant beat the price for the kit.
2007 Silverado Classic tailgate kit.
David
November 23, 2021
Fit my 2007 Silverado 1509 Classic perfectly and all high quality parts. Very happy with this purchase.
Answer
Ryan
April 9, 2023
Fits good what you see in the pics is what You get..
Best purchase
Charles
July 16, 2023
Super easy install! 10-15 min project. Highly recommend watching the video that 1A auto created first just to make it even easier. Happy to have a tailgate that finally latches!
shouldn't have waited so long!
Michael
August 7, 2023
Easy install, tailgate works like new again!
Customer Q&A
Do they come with the screws for the hinges and the latches?April 9, 2023
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