How To Replace Rear Liftgate Actuator 2000-2006 Chevy Tahoe

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If the rear liftgate won't open automatically anymore, it might be stuck, or the actuator may be broken. This video shows you how to install a new liftgate actuator in your 2000-2006 Chevy Tahoe.
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This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
Tools you will need:
• 10mm Socket 1aau.to/osc/1AXAA00017
• 7mm Socket 1aau.to/osc/1AXAA00017
• Trim Tool Set 1aau.to/ogR/1AXXX00006
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/odo/1AXAA00051
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/odo/1AXAA00052
• T15 Torx Driver 1aau.to/oee/1AXAA00008
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oxn/1AXAA00016
• Socket Driver
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/ovt/1AXAA00015
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[@tyrol0438]

Perfect video 10/10 got it done within 30min

[@tyscott4538]

Great video I was able to fix mines (06 suburban) in 15 mins thanks to Your video.

[@alnoida1]

Excellent! I was able to fix my '06 Suburban Just Now, I have finished installing the actuator (Amazon) After watching the video twice The time now in Qatar is 11:00 pm

[@ryandolinar2623]

Thank you! I was able to fix my '06 Escalade in 45 minutes with your tutorial and part. Your instructions were so clear it was simple. Saved me nearly $700 the dealership wanted for such an easy job.

[@darrinhaynes6845]

Great job. Gonna do this to my 2005 H2 tomorrow. However, my anxiety kicked in when you didn't at least try your key fob once to make sure the actuator worked before putting the trim back together! LOL

[@MySexyParrots]

THANK YOU!!!!!!! I fixed it. I know nothing about cars, but I followed you step by step and IT WORKS!!!!

[@DaleH1964]

Thank you very much for a great video. I wanted to add that the same actuator from Amazon worked for my 2006 GMC Yukon Denali. No clips broke, everything went back in place perfectly and it locks now 😁👍

[@elisabanda5707]

Great video! Very helpful and not A LOT of story telling, you were straight to the point! Everything was correct, I was able to change it out myself with your video!!

[@tommykellum7277]

Thank you for the video. I performed this in about an hour. No more grinding sound in the back.

[@patrickallton4226]

This was so spot on for my 2005 Yukon Denali XL - I spent almost more time getting the tools together - excellent video thank you much

[@Yakie25]

Right on Dude! You got me looking like I know what I'm doing. 😊Really appreciate your video. My 05 Yukon denali xl back door and glass wouldn't pop open. This fixed the problem. Thank you

[@jefflevoir6127]

Thank You for the FANTASTIC video. I followed it step by step. Saved me a lot of money. 👍👍

[@JoeServia]

I just completed this procedure with this video. Cheers to you and your team for saving me money and teaching me something!

[@luisrivera6114]

I replaced it but now when I unlock the doors the tailgate locks and when I lock it up the tailgate unlocks please help

[@rodrogers6895]

Excellent video. Ordered the part, replaced the old (kind of a pain getting the 'cables off), installed the new. WORKS!

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[@celovskynicolas]

Perfect video, worked like a charm. Thank you!

[@krisellis2067]

I just did this on my 2006 Suburban saving about $500 at the mechanic. The best DIY video I have ever followed- did the entire thing in about 45 minutes. Thank you !

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[@egboy88able]

How were you able to tell the actuator was out??

[@ArcFlashTools]

Thanks for a great tutorial. Helped me get the job done!

[@GbmENTmo]

Thanks for that video. I fixed mine in no time💪🏽

[@ericcarter9455]

Do you happen to have a video or instructions if the lift gate will not open?

[@watuzi]

Thank you for saving me a lot of money. I followed your video for my 2005 Tahoe and it went without any problem.

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[@monacomark9808]

Thank you. I did this with my Hummer and it worked perfectly.

[@Pacific975]

Excellent Video!! Thank you!

[@arlynbaggot6187]

Thank so so muc. I was able to do this repair thanks to you. It feels great!

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[@devek357]

You guys are awesome thank you!

[@Happy69694]

Thank you very muchoo this video made this install adventure easier and fun took me 15 mins 🎉🎉🎉 problem solved

[@oscarlimon4461]

Thanks worked perfectly!

[@jefflevoir6127]

Thanks for the great video. 👍👍

[@karlgilbert8255]

Great discriptive easy to fallow video. Thankyou for this. Ill definately be subbing & looking at your videos first when i need to know something. Im a jeep guy who just bought a used escalade, im usta u-joint & trailside welding fixes, the electronics & interior panels are driving me nuts on this Cadi lol

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Great video , thanks and have a great day !

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[@juanruiz2308]

Thankyou so much trq for your video i followed it and it worked Thankyou n god bless

[@arturobadillo7004]

muy buen video justo hace media hora remplacé el de mi tahoe con la ayuda de este video gracias amigo

[@Imagine_1985]

Very helpful video! I was able to change mine due to this! Thank you

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[@BarkingWaters]

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[@brooklynnclark3883]

Mine wont open at all with pulling handle or pushing button so it can't be the actuator cause you just opened both from outside

[@Y0kaLoL]

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[@ArcFlashTools]

Try rock auto.....got it for $13. Ultra Power 746015. Worked great

[@thesetruths1404]

My 05 Yukon lift gate handle works (opens and latches shut) and the back glass button too, but it will not Lock. Does this fix my issue? Any other possible causes of my problem? All other doors lock and unlock with the lock buttons in the cab.

[@DavidTorres-jz3xl]

Hello I have a 2001 Yukon Denali the liftgate glass will not latch I can hear it function locking and unlocking but it will not latch the rear glass window any suggestions? Thanks in advance

[@kalilivin8ify]

Is the lifgate actuator a power source? because when I press the unlock button I do not hear any clicking in the rear how do I check the power? My fuses are good but door and window will not open rear hatch liftgate 2006 Yukon denali

[@dannyhuerta3241]

Any ideas on how to complete this job if the rear handle is stuck in place? I am unable to open the liftgate, but can open the liftgate window. Thank you.

[@marcosmauricio758]

So my Chevy Tahoe -06 I replaced the actuator, it locks and unlocks but won’t open still, I did the actuator perfectly. What else could be the problem?

[@jerrygutierrez161]

I need to fix the button it pushes in but won’t push out ... any idea where I can get it ?

[@marcaoutar2713]

Mine won't lock when I locked the truck. It's still able to open.

[@jonathansmith4107]

How long should it take me to make this repair? Not a mechanic, but this video is real clear, and I'm good with tools. Feedback appreciated. Thanks

[@tbone2001]

I changed mine just now using this vid. With all the correct tools, took me less than 30 minutes.

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[@Cranjismcbasketbal]

Can't get my glass to open or even the whole back door. This might be a problem?

[@blackdiamond2977]

Can you tell me what you did to fix your problem? Have the same issue.

[@ricardomalloy870]

I get a notice on the screen saying that the rear liftgate is unlock when I start my 2003 Chevy Tahoe would the liftgate actuator be the issue? Thanks in advance.

[@krajitom1442]

I can confirm I just replaced the door lock actuator for this purpose and it did not fix the rear access open message on the cluster.

[@Danny.leon02.]

@@krajitom1442 did you ever figure out what the rear access problem was on your Tahoe? Thanks

[@valerieoverend645]

I have a 2006 Cadillac Escalade and the actuator broke with the door locked. Any idea how to manually unlock it so I can open the window and rear hatch to remove the interior panel?

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+Valerie Overend Here's a how-to video for a vehicle similar to yours. These steps should be similar enough to complete this task: 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4XchZqFe5tqd9k

[@valerieoverend645]

@@TRQ Thank you but it’s the rear hatch door, not the front door. I’ve actually replaced the actuator before and am prepared to do it again but the door and window are locked. I need to get it unlocked so that I can proceed with removing the interior panel and replacing the actuator.

[@rodrogers6895]

@@valerieoverend645 There is a video on KZbin that shows how to do that. Apparently at the very bottom of the rear lift hatch there are a couple “indents ““ in the plastic. You drill out the one on the right, only drilling the plastic, and then use some sort of small screwdriver or punch to release the lock on the door.

[@blackdiamond2977]

​@@valerieoverend645- Where you successfull in getting the tailgate ipen ir unlocked? I am having the same problem.

[@thetimekeeper9230]

Will a faulty actuator cause my battery to drain

[@B_HarTz]

No, has nothing to do with it.

[@Blacked_OutMedia]

My glass button doesn’t do anything nor does my lift gate handle? Any idea what’s wrong?

[@ravencarlile2249]

Did you figure out what it was? Mine does same but said “replace lift gate fuse”

[@williamshaffer2419]

My window doesn’t open so that might be a problem

[@sgtmjrvoodoo1]

You made this look to easy,lol.

[@irmagarza434]

Won’t catch so does not close

[@gruponemesis]

nothing is ever "just like that"