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How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate

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  1. How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate, Tailgate Latch Bracket: step 1, image 1 of 3 How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate, Tailgate Latch Bracket: step 1, image 2 of 3 How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate, Tailgate Latch Bracket: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Use the flat head screwdriver to pry off the small round access panel on the interior of the tailgate.

  2. How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 2, image 1 of 2 How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Look through the opening and stick your flat head screwdriver underneath this metal arm.

    • Force the arm up. It should stay raised when you pull the screwdriver out.

    • DO NOT USE YOUR FINGER, there is risk of pinching and injury if you do not use the specified tools.

  3. How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 3, image 1 of 3 How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 3, image 2 of 3 How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Use the flat head screwdriver to push this second lever to the right as far as it will go or until it clicks.

  4. How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 4, image 1 of 2 How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • The tailgate is now unlatched. Open it from the outside.

    • Replace the access panel.

    • If the tailgate will still not open, you most likely did not push the second lever over far enough. Repeat Step 3.

  5. How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 5, image 1 of 2 How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • Inspect the latch bracket's horizontal and vertical bars for dents, warping, and corrosion.

    • If there are no physical defects visible, clean any rust and corrosion and test the tailgate. If it still jams, repeat Steps 1-4 and move on to Step 6.

  6. How to Repair a Jammed 2007 GMC Envoy Tailgate: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Use the 40 Torx screwdriver to remove the two T40 63.5 mm screws that secure the latch bracket.

    • Remove the latch from the vehicle.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these steps in reverse order.

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