2006 Tahoe Lift Gate Issue

[ayeplussjr]

The liftgate on my 2006 Tahoe stopped functioning. I can no longer open my rear lift gate. The actuator was replaced less than a year ago and it stopped functioning again. Can it be another bad actuator in less than a year?

For some odd reason are there no liftgate locks on the 2006 models? I cannot find the lock anywhere to try and open the liftgate manually.

Any suggestions?

I found a couple of other threads but no resolution.

 

[dropmech]

Those struts go bad every now and then. I had a broom stick to prop mine up at one point. That's probably one of the things you'll replace the most on your tahoe.

 

[lilsolo68]

i just replaced the struts on my 00 yukon and every time i open it i have step back to keep the door from hitting me.

 

[MikeTheApeman]

I think he's saying the lock actuator is dead, not the struts. If I read the OP's post right, he can't even open the door because it won't unlock.

 

[carisaandjoe]

check out this blog - it describes exactly what is happening.

http://www.chefseattle.com/blog/site-news/suburban-rear-liftgate-wont-unlock-how-to-fix/

I have the same issue with my 2006 Yukon XL. I temporarily set it to unlock mode and then unplugged it until I get a new one. The GM part number is 15808595. The cheapest I can find it is on gmpartsdirect for almost $250. I am waiting to see if an aftermarket one will come available soon.

 

[Timpala]

The actuator makes a very loud buzz when unlocking on my '05 Yukon. I figure it's about to die. Here's the Dorman part at Amazon for anyone else that may need it. http://www.amazon.com/Dorman-746-01...=UTF8&qid=1403017035&sr=1-1&keywords=15808595

 

[Timpala]

This was the perfect part! One screw, a couple of clips, no more loud noise at unlock. Success!