Dorman - HELP Tailgate Support Cable P/N:38502

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MPN: 38502
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Dorman - HELP Tailgate Support Cable P/N:38502
Dorman - HELP Tailgate Support Cable P/N:38502
$24.99

Keep your tailgate supported and level when it's lowered with the Dorman tailgate support cable, part number 38502, a 23-1/2 in. tailgate cable for the 2004-2014 Ford F-150, the 2004-2014 Ford Lobo, and the 2006-2008 and 2010-2014 Lincoln Mark LT. Dorman designed it to fit and work like the original cables on these trucks, so it can take over when a factory cable has frayed, stretched or snapped.

A tailgate support cable holds the gate in its open position and helps carry its weight. When a cable wears out, the tailgate can drop past level or hang unevenly. This replacement helps restore that support on the listed applications.

  • Direct replacement: Built to fit specific vehicles and help keep the tailgate stable.
  • Durable construction: Made from quality materials and intended for a long service life.
  • Value: Offers quality at a competitive price and is designed to help prevent tailgate damage from a failed cable.
  • Quality assured: Virtually tested for fit, function and durability over time.

Signs this part may need replacing include a frayed, kinked or broken cable, or a tailgate that sags or drops below level when opened. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full fitment chart.

Interchange: 4L3Z5443052AA · 4L3Z5443053AA

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

4L3Z5443052AA, 4L3Z5443053AA, 38502

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this tailgate support cable do?

It holds the tailgate in its open position and helps support its weight so the gate stays level when lowered. Dorman 38502 is designed to fit and work like the original cable.

Will Dorman 38502 fit my 2004-2014 Ford F-150?

Yes. It is listed for the 2004-2014 Ford F-150. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for the complete fitment chart before ordering.

How long is this tailgate cable?

Dorman lists part number 38502 as a 23-1/2 in. tailgate cable.

What are signs a tailgate support cable may need replacing?

Common signs are a frayed, kinked or broken cable, or a tailgate that sags or drops below level when opened. Inspect the cable and its mounting points before replacing it.

Which part numbers does it interchange with?

It interchanges with 4L3Z5443052AA and 4L3Z5443053AA.