Tailgate Latch Rod for 1987-1996 Ford F-150 & More - Dorman 924-302

Reconnect your tailgate handle to its latch with the Dorman - OE Solutions Tailgate Latch Rod 924-302. This tailgate release latch linkage rod carries the handle's motion to the latch mechanism so the tailgate can release when you pull the handle. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1987-1996 Ford F-150, the 1987-1996 Ford F-250 and the 1997 Ford F-250 HD. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full vehicle list.

Dorman catalogs this rod for both the left and right positions. If a bent, broken or disconnected original rod is why your tailgate won't open or latch, this rod replaces it.

• Direct replacement: Dorman designed this rod to replicate the original rod's fit and function on the listed vehicles.
• Made to fit: Intended to return the latch linkage to working order after the original rod fails.
• Durable construction: Built from quality materials for reliable performance.
• Trustworthy quality: Supported by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience.

Signs a tailgate latch rod may need replacing include a handle that moves but does not release the tailgate, one side that stays latched while the other opens, a tailgate that will not latch securely, or a rod that has come loose from its connection. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts.

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