Dorman - HELP Tailgate Handle P/N:97912
Replace a cracked or broken tailgate handle with the Dorman tailgate handle 77488, a black exterior handle built as a direct replacement for the original. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500 and 1999-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
If the tailgate handle on your 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has snapped or no longer feels solid when you pull it, this Dorman - HELP part is designed to take its place. It is made of plastic in black and needs no painting before installation.
In the box: one handle. Keys, a lock cylinder and linkage are not included. The handle has no key lock hole, keypad or keypad cutout. Country of origin: Vietnam.
Interchange: 60200 · 15997911
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Is this the right Chevy Silverado 1500 tailgate handle for a 1999-2006 model?
It is listed for the 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with all engines, and it also fits the 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact model.
What comes in the box with Dorman 77488?
The package contains one exterior tailgate handle. Keys, a lock cylinder and linkage are not included.
Does the handle need to be painted?
No. The handle is made of plastic in black, and painting is not required.
Does this tailgate handle have a key lock?
No. This handle has no key lock hole, keypad or keypad cutout, and it does not include a lock cylinder or keys.
What are signs a tailgate handle may need replacing?
Common signs include a cracked or broken handle, a handle that feels loose, or a tailgate that won't release when you pull the handle. A latch or linkage fault can cause similar symptoms, so inspect those parts too.
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WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.