Dorman - HELP Tailgate Handle P/N:80208
Get a dependable grip on your truck bed again with the Dorman - HELP exterior Ford Ranger tailgate handle, part number 90695. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, and it is the outside handle you pull to release the tailgate latch.
A handle can crack, break or stop working. If a failed handle is why your tailgate won't open, this Dorman tailgate handle is a direct Ford Ranger tailgate handle replacement, engineered to install like the original on the listed applications.
See the Buyer's Guide tab for the complete application list.
Interchange: 60304 · 1L5Z9943400AAATEX
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does an exterior tailgate handle do?
It is the outside handle you pull to release the tailgate latch so the gate can open. Dorman 90695 is designed to match the original handle's fit and function.
Is this the right tailgate handle for a 2001 Ford Ranger?
Yes. It is listed for the 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, which includes 2001 models. The Buyer's Guide tab has the full fitment details.
What are signs my tailgate handle may need replacing?
Look for a cracked or broken handle, one that feels loose, or one that no longer releases the latch. A worn latch or linkage can cause similar problems, so check the cause before replacing.
What part numbers does it cross-reference?
It interchanges with 60304 and 1L5Z9943400AAATEX.
How is this Dorman handle built?
Dorman says it is made of quality materials and tested for proper fit and durability, and that it offers original equipment quality at a competitive price.
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.