Tailgate Support Cable for 1997-2003 Ford F-150 & More - Dorman 38533

Keep your truck's tailgate held level when it is lowered with this Dorman tailgate support cable, part number 38533, a 21 in. cable built to stand in for worn or broken originals. It fits many Ford trucks, among them the 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-2002 Ford F-250 and 1997-2003 Ford Lobo, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications.

A support cable links the tailgate to the bed, so the gate stops at its open position and is held there while lowered. Dorman designed this one to replicate how the original cables fit and work on the listed trucks.

• Direct replacement: sized for the listed applications to help keep the tailgate stable.
• Durable construction: made from quality materials and built for a long service life.
• Value: quality at a competitive price, and a sound cable helps protect the tailgate from damage.
• Quality assured: put through virtual testing for fit, function and durability over time.

A support cable may need replacing if it is frayed, kinked or has broken strands, or if the tailgate drops below level or hangs unevenly when opened. For the complete vehicle list, see the Buyer's Guide tab.

Interchange: F65Z9943052A · F65Z9943053A · 385332