2007-2013 Chevy Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, Equinox Power Liftgate Door Actuator Latch Replacement

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In this video, I show in detail how to replace a power liftgate actuator latch. If your power liftgate latch is acting up and won't open at times, then this should fix your problem. This application applies to a host of vehicles.
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[@JeremyWyniarmx]

Worked like a charm. Unfortunate how much the stealership changes for the part but this seems like a good one to go OEM for the longevity.

[@russthompson7994]

Thank you for posting this. I had the exact problem and this did the trick! It was way cheaper than taking it in. Like new baby!

[@TerenceDIY]

Awesome! Thank you very much for watching.

[@swthero]

Great video!! I was having the same issues with the lift gate. Thought it was the actuator rod but this video help a whole lot. Thanks

[@TerenceDIY]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@chadbailey189]

thanks OG! did exactly what you did, was easy, and works!

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome, Chad. Thank you for watching!

[@jaqqairsoft]

Amazing, Just needed the video to know how to take apart the panel, Thanks!

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome. Thank you SO much for watching.

[@letsdothis2791]

Took me 10mn. Thank you

[@TerenceDIY]

Awesome! Thanks for watching.

[@user-pw6ku7he2e]

Thank you for your help ❤

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@bautistamorgan9187]

Graet and helpful video keep it up 👍🏼

[@TerenceDIY]

Thank you so much.

[@robertoayala198]

Thank you so much, this video totally helped me & I was able to save $$ by doing it myself🙌🙂 God Bless😇🙏🏻

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome. I am glad my video helped you. Thanks for watching.

[@terrybarino2723]

Thanks, I had the same problem. I’ve learned a lot watching your videos, keep up the great work.

[@TerenceDIY]

Thank you and thank you SO much for watching.

[@ikemill8887]

Thanks very helpful

[@TerenceDIY]

Thanks Ike and thank you so much for watching.

[@alexflores3953]

Thank you for the help

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome, Alex. Thank you so much for watching!

[@furrypink673]

good job on the video

[@TerenceDIY]

Thank you and thanks for watching.

[@jamieg95148]

Thanks

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome. Thank YOU for watching.

[@FunkyRob]

Terence, you are the wind beneath my wings. After trying 2 other fixes that didn’t fix, changing the door lock actuator fix my Tahoe’s auto tailgate. Doesn’t make sense to me, I thought it only locked the tailgate. It apparently does more.

[@TerenceDIY]

Thank you for the kind words. You are very welcome. I am glad my video helped you. Thanks for watching.

[@kcmysixthsenseofhumor5229]

Thank you for making that easy! Also, what's playing in your headphones?

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome. I have Pandora and my settings are always set on thumbprint. Whatever comes on, I just flow to the music. ANY genre. Thank you SO much for watching.

[@mattsain3943]

Hey! My Tahoe will only open if I fight it. I hear the motor running that opens and closes the gate. Once I have it open and hit the button to close it it won’t close either. Would the actuator you showed cause the door not to close automatically if it’s bad? I’m not sure if it’s my latch or the actual motor for the gate that’s bad. Would yours close with the button up top once you had it open before changing out the part?

[@TerenceDIY]

Your door is doing exactly as mine was. Yes, the liftgate actuator will fix your problem. Thank you SO much for watching.

[@mattsain3943]

@@TerenceDIY thanks! I used the link to the part you put up and just replaced it exactly as you showed. It worked perfectly. Thanks man!

[@TerenceDIY]

That's awesome Matt! Thanks for watching!

[@conradsuddarth632]

What's up, just wanted you to know that I was able to get those 2 spark plugs out. Now, I am changing my water pump. Since I have everything exposed, I am replacing the belt tensioner, engine belt, and idle pulley. The thermostat, is still good. But, debating if I should just put a new one in the van, now. You know, those radiator hoses can be stubborn to get off. I have those 2 small hoses to take off the water pump, and I will be able to finish the job. Question, on your van, does your power steering dipstick, have a hot/cold, fill level? If so, if the power steering fluid is at the cold level, does that mean it's low on power steering fluid?

[@TerenceDIY]

I don't believe there's a hot and cold fill level. It's an hydraulic fluid. It will only be low or partially full. If it's low, then you have a potential leak somewhere. I wouldn't worry about the power steering fluid unless you are getting a whining noise in which will indicate low fluid. I also wouldn't worry about the thernostat. They rarely go bad. But, it's up to you. Great job on all the work you have done!

[@conradsuddarth632]

@@TerenceDIY Well yeah, I just checked the thermostat, it's still good. The Ac belt still good, and my engine belt good, for the most part. But, will buy both belts, to have in reserve. But, far as the power steering, I have a hot/cold, dip stick. So, just was wondering if it suppose to be filled up to the hot, or cold line? I have a 2008, Chevy Express.

[@TerenceDIY]

@@conradsuddarth632 , I apologize. There is a hot and cold line on your van (same year as mine). Check it when the vehicle cools off. It should be at the cold line and vice versa when the van is hot it should be at the hot line.

[@conradsuddarth632]

@@TerenceDIY , ok cool. Hey, I was able to replace, the water pump. Thank God, for guiding me through it. But, getting those radiator hoses off was something terrible. So, I am making sure everying is up to date, because I do not want to go back under that no time soon, after all this. SMH. However, I'm glad I was able to do the maintence myself & learned from you, along with a few other people, on KZbin. I saved myself probably $2500- $3000, on labor fees. Only spent $600 on all my parts, & put the work in myself. Car shops in Detroit, be trying to hit your pockets, big time. I ask a guy how much he would charge me to change my spark plugs & wires, he said $400. So, did everything myself. Hope ya had a good day, though.

[@TerenceDIY]

@@conradsuddarth632 , Great job!! I am very happy that you managed to do all the work yourself. Once again, great job and thanks for watching!

[@elismith798]

Hey there, any advice for if my actuator sounds like it’s trying to open, but never releases the latch? I haven’t been able to open my trunk for a couple of months haha

[@TerenceDIY]

The actuator is your problem. Once replaced, you should be all good. It's fairly inexpensive and a quick fix. Here is a link for the part (below). Thank you SO much for watching. www.ebay.com/itm/265875399507?fits=Year%3A2007%7CMake%3AChevrolet&hash=item3de768a353:g:YaQAAOSwvZ1jGZUS&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAA8HQYAreNblZXkDbkl5MIu%2BbmyCYpJeuE0zoiNkkUG8N3R0AiNb8xeo8OT3Dm7STLwd%2BhBf08aGU0FPKAUrid0nBRSbjvnzsnHTxAS%2FlIPFc9Zod4yjkLWLh6MqeNfaKh3oGJ20yTLiRp2GDMls5OAIYJu1qoccfOAc2i1Eb7pP%2Fcp9u1Wg%2F%2FcgsprEfSvkLzKRNcOCCo9ktg2P1831lDKVDx2BaZW2t6Tfh4Yl%2BgY8xVTGjbYws%2BcR8kqejEERgiNYAkvY2AO2m8cZLdszyPL9MZmFRSjpU4RuQn13GlvWc1vVlWDrsGdcrgCizj4TMrCg%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABFBMypCfk-Rh

[@elismith798]

@@TerenceDIY thank you for the response! However, i can’t get the trunk to open to actually get to the actuator! Is there any way to force it to open?

[@TerenceDIY]

@@elismith798 , there's actually a few youtube videos that show how to open it manually (that's why I didn't make one). There's a small circle on the interior section on that hatch. The circle is located in the vicinity of the latch. You have to take a small drill bit and make a very small incision, just big enough to insert a long thing screwdriver to push the latch in which will open with ease afterwards.

[@Climax_Time]

Just started on my Tahoe. Is there a fuse I can pull to stop the clicking for the moment?

[@TerenceDIY]

Hi Bobby, I believe there is but I'm not sure where it's at. It would be easier to disconnect the battery if you have the door open already. Thanks for watching.

[@Climax_Time]

@@TerenceDIY Ty for this video. Really helped a lot.

[@TerenceDIY]

You're very welcome Bobby.

[@bowtiechevyboi3864]

My 08 Suburban is just humming and stops sometimes and say nothing. Is my actuator bad? The life gate won’t open at all. Will this stop it from opening and closing? Thanks

[@TerenceDIY]

Absolutely. The humming noise is probably coming from the actuator because it is seized.

[@bowtiechevyboi3864]

@@TerenceDIY your so right Bro, it’s all fixed and working like I just bought it. I have to figure out know why my handles not working.

[@jaywashington633]

So my lift gate opens up about a quarter of the way and then gets sticks and then shuts. I hear the actuator running. Think it’s going bad or another problem?

[@TerenceDIY]

It's definitely going bad. If I were you, I would replace it soon before it get stuck on you. Thanks for watching.

[@jonathandahl7844]

Wounder if i have same problem. Mine won’t open electrical but manual.

[@TerenceDIY]

Possibly Jonathan. It's an easy, inexpensive fix. Thank you so much for watching.

[@jakeopperud3700]

I replaced mine but it didn’t change. Mine doesn’t make any noise by the remote, the door button or the interior button. Nothing happens at all. What could my issue be? Battery was replaced recently and it worked before that.

[@TerenceDIY]

Did you check the fuses?

[@frankihurley3004]

What is the part i would get if it won’t stay closed. The latch won’t lock for a 2019 Traverse is the part you used in this video the same

[@TerenceDIY]

Here is a link to the part for your vehicle.... www.amazon.com/Assembly-Suburban-Traverse-Cadillac-Escalade/dp/B0BBRKRHQ8/ref=asc_df_B0BBRKRHQ8/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=622809676531&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=18286382533862406918&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021629&hvtargid=pla-1807380160460&th=1

[@marcusfoster680]

Change that still not latching when I close

[@TerenceDIY]

You purchased a new actuator?

[@ryanbachmann4844]

Does my 07 suburban have a button on the inside ?

[@TerenceDIY]

Although my truck is fully loaded I don't see why that button wouldn't have been an option on all trims. However, it may not have been.

[@loyalist.city.g]

Any ideas? 2007 escalade..I do not hear the lock unlocking sound...I hear the motor trying...it will not open , I hit the power switch off there's no wY it opens all...checked all fuses

[@TerenceDIY]

Hi Stephen, Mines was doing that at one point as well. You're going to have to replace the acutator.

[@loyalist.city.g]

@@TerenceDIY thank you man!!

[@TerenceDIY]

@@loyalist.city.g , you're very welcome.

[@eriverajr89]

My suburban is doing the same thing lolz

[@marckrems779]

Mine makes noises like it’s opening and closing but doesn’t actually close or open , it does unlock and open manually though . Would that be a different part ? Thanks man

[@TerenceDIY]

Nope Marc. It's the same part. Thanks for watching.

[@destinicuthbertson1764]

Mine makes the same noise like it’s opening and closing. Locks for a little then immediately unlocks and remains unlocked is that the same part? Can’t get the gate to stay locked and can’t drive around with it able to just fly open.

[@TerenceDIY]

@@destinicuthbertson1764 , My friend truck was doing the same thing like mines until I changed his acuator. So, I'm 98.9 percent sure it's the liftgate actuator. Here is the link for the part just in case you decide to change it. Thanks for watching. www.ebay.com/itm/265875399507?fits=Year%3A2007%7CMake%3AChevrolet&hash=item3de768a353:g:YaQAAOSwvZ1jGZUS&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAABAHQYAreNblZXkDbkl5MIu%2BbMPj%2BLcSctqTmXMGab8Vathb1EoEw25EXm2BxxWv5ctiw4dw2JwRxV%2FawfmDIzqG7vUxtaHvSHCmTbC4qPwrreLktni%2Fl03YA4%2BSSZTq1%2B1ishNkPNG2f7Cpe4x%2BwNicjQ%2FI4bAXgeZ%2BTA1W66IMrlh9%2Bud7i%2BFUz5nMTAP%2Fn2uJaEjb5WxThFPw1fN3GsXucTLNYQF9hzSLPlLSfpiC5CtjvHn%2FSbK9U3qHM4unBhq%2FwPfCCBJE%2BhiD6eay%2Bll7qZGyS%2B9BLqS5WfAW5%2Fq3FcGBbFdgSBXnQMblQVqQtELVPMaRLWE9K%2BdQFSh91klJc%3D%7Ctkp%3ABFBMjprb6tNh

[@destinicuthbertson1764]

Just got mine replaced and it’s working again thanks so much for your help!

[@TerenceDIY]

@@destinicuthbertson1764 , that's awesome! Thank you so much for watching.

[@gabrielavargas9583]

Your video saved me from getting yelled at by the husband. I purposely closed the latch with my finger thinking I could just pull it back open.

[@TerenceDIY]

I am glad my video helped you Gabriela. Thank you so much for watching.

[@jordanrocha3353]

Did anyone have their vehicle say “REAR ACCESS OPEN” when it’s definitely closed? Mine yells at me and repeatedly tries to lock all the doors while driving down the road. Especially when going over bumps or cattle guards. Thanks in advance!

[@TerenceDIY]

It's funny you mentioned this. My Suburban is doing it right now! Lol. It started a couple weeks ago. As soon as I get time, I am going to fix it and film a detailed video of the fix. Thanks for watching.

[@jordanrocha3353]

@@TerenceDIY Crazy! Any idea what makes it happen?

[@TerenceDIY]

I think it has something to do with the BCM (Body Control Module). I'll dive deep into it as soon as I finish these other jobs that's in front of me.

[@ernestoprada7033]

​@TerenceDIY waiting for that video brotha ✊️

[@theberrymanmanman]

@@TerenceDIY Have you had the chance to chase down this issue? My Tahoe does the same thing. It drives me insane!

[@doglady4817]

Is not automatic I have to push buttons to open it and nothing happens when I push my buttons

[@cesarescobedo2943]

My door open but when I press the bottom it won’t close any idea

[@TerenceDIY]

If you're talking about the button on the door that closes the hatch, the button itself can be bad (I have seen that), or the acuator is going bad. Check to make sure that button is still plugged up as well. Thanks for watching.

[@cesarescobedo2943]

You think maybe change actuator

[@TerenceDIY]

@@cesarescobedo2943 , is the actuator making noise? I would check that button first.

[@cesarescobedo2943]

Yes it only clicks when I press it

[@TerenceDIY]

@@cesarescobedo2943 , sounds like the actuator. Here is a link for one... www.ebay.com/itm/265875399507?fits=Year%3A2007%7CMake%3AChevrolet&hash=item3de768a353:g:YaQAAOSwvZ1jGZUS&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA4EFGWEU9m9JtEV8IfhqHVotsvu874QWHY%2FN5Jv2k0o5RbO27xIQZGT7W3qnbI3TfdFCIidvE0j6SMRaCbma4S5HgOuD9Nb4dqm7JTTP6TwfCWwVMIDn4cSe%2BBSLLQXwgSakqguT29GM0CagYjMFDg6Ox5%2FM09GQG7TfNstx4Eb2Qb%2FqBBXRNbM1j%2FLxMuktudPId1KGVFHbi%2B19XQEinOZnprOpHwgKFjOrmcSNP2KaAV8pJwsUwRmvwsKQeZoPa54yv9Pcnzs5%2F4TaiFsmRfJQIuigGT1qv7QSLhXIf1mIu%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR9LUiuvzYQ

[@superygly]

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[@superygly]

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[@navajorezathlete1202]

Mine makes no sounds

[@TerenceDIY]

It's most likely burned out.

[@navajorezathlete1202]

@TerenceDIY ok it was the 30amp fuse. It works now

[@TerenceDIY]

Awesome!