Tailgate Support Cable for 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 & More - Dorman 38529

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$11.99
MPN: 38529
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Dorman - HELP Tailgate Support Cable P/N:38529
Dorman - HELP Tailgate Support Cable P/N:38529
$11.99

Hold your tailgate securely in its open position with the Dorman tailgate support cable 38529 from the Dorman - HELP line. This 14-1/4 in. cable is engineered to keep a lowered tailgate stable. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500, 1988-1999 Chevrolet K1500 and 1991-2002 Chevrolet C3500HD, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.

  • Direct replacement: Built to install and work like the original cables on the listed vehicles, helping preserve tailgate stability.
  • 14-1/4 in. length: Dorman catalogs this cable at 14-1/4 inches.
  • Durable construction: Made of quality materials for a long service life.
  • Quality assured: Put through virtual testing for fit, function and durability over time.

This cable comes at a competitive price, and a fresh one helps protect the tailgate from the damage a worn or broken cable can allow. Signs the cable may need replacing include fraying, kinks or broken strands. Another sign is a tailgate that sags or drops lower than normal when you open it.

Interchange: 15673251 · 19120079 · 19120080 · 19244993 · 89045648 · 385292

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

15673251, 19120079, 19120080, 19244993, 89045648, 385292

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a tailgate support cable do?

It holds the tailgate at its open position when you lower it. This helps keep the tailgate stable instead of letting it drop past its normal stop.

How long is the Dorman 38529 tailgate cable?

Dorman lists this tailgate support cable at 14-1/4 inches long.

Will it fit my 1988-1999 Chevrolet K1500?

Yes. The 1988-1999 Chevrolet K1500 and 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500 are among its listed applications. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your truck.

What are signs a tailgate support cable may need replacing?

Look for a frayed, kinked or broken cable, or a tailgate that sags or drops lower than normal when opened.

Has this cable been tested?

Yes. Dorman states that this tailgate support cable has undergone virtual testing for fit, function and durability over time.