2004 6.0 NV4500 Tahoe

[Dantheman1540]

Damn lift gate reverted to locked again, of course it would happen after my trip to Publix when it's full of groceries.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Damn lift gate reverted to locked again, of course it would happen after my trip to Publix when it's full of groceries.

Sumbische

 

[Dantheman1540]

It really is getting annoying, I think I'll try reinstalling the new actuator again and check some fuses maybe there's another solenoid or something that I'm unaware of.

 

[Dantheman1540]

Found this very interesting write-up and it appears to be my exact problem. Going to go attempt it now!

Suburban Rear Liftgate Won’t Unlock – How To Fix | Chef Seattle Blog

Update: This post is incredibly popular and has over 240 comments from various owners all with the same issue. Most of the issues seem to be caused by a faulty

www.chefseattle.com

 

[randeez]

time for a new truck

 

[Dantheman1540]

I didnt realize the cable running to the hatch handle I broke the clip off of 2 years ago is the same cable that helps align the lock mechanism. Once again that was the problem and it has been solved with zip ties. Being stupid is tough

 

[Dantheman1540]

time for a new truck

That's a good idea daddy I want a new ford lightning so I can power my house when the hurricanes hit

 

[randeez]

You can just get a generator..they much cheaper

 

[Dantheman1540]

You can just get a generator..they much cheaper

Yeah but the one I put in my bedroom always smells funny

 

[randeez]

Yeah but the one I put in my bedroom always smells funny

it does help me sleep tho