thanks for the detailed video i have little patience for electrical plugs and did not want to snap the plastic connector this video assured me that i would not break it
My husband and grandson had a difficult time removing the tailgate from our 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 so we could put our slide in camper on. Everything went fine as in video- disconnecting the camera, sliding off the passenger side- until they got to taking off the driver's side of tailgate. They tried lifting and rocking and pulling but it would not budge. Had to reconnect the camera electronics underneath when they latched the driver side of tailgate and couldn't get it open-twice. He finally went underneath and reluctantly used a tool to pry the driver's side and eventually it gave. If you are having trouble, persevere.
thanks for the video. replacing tailgate on our silverado and at first glance thought I had to mess with the hinges to get it out. thank goodness I don't
WHEN YOU REINSTALL! Today i did it by myself and wrestled the thing on, i didnt put the plug back through the hole it came out of. Once i realized i had done this i thought ok, Rather than wrestle it again by myself i will just close it and drive over to a buddies. Ya know just a quick hand getting it back off so i could put the plug through the hole and then easily put it back on. The problem was i had closed the tailgate now. You can not open it unless its plugged into power. That i know of at this point. So the plug is sitting in the bed of the truck, with the gate closed. I am gonn have to pop into the dealer to see if they can get it open manually so i can plug it back in. Stupid mistake but it was actually really easy to make. Make sure you put that plug BACK through the hole before you put the tail gate on and close it. My ram didnt matter you could put the tailgate on and drop the plug between the bed and tailgate with it open at a 45 degree angle. Not the case with this..
Lessons from my 2020 3500HD tailgate R&R adventure, decrease your "pucker factor" and do the removal and reinstall with a helper. During reinstall, while holding the tailgate nearly vertical attaching the driver side hinge, do not accidently close the driver side latch. If that happens your helper will be able to hold the unsecured tailgate while you crawl under the truck the reconnect the power harness so the you can press the switch releasing the powered tailgate latch. At that point you can you can resume installation. I did not have a helper that day. Fortunately I did not drop the tailgate.
Put KY Jelly in that connector. It won't do anything for the corrosion but if you're ever out strolling the local truck stop lots and happen to be out you can just pop that open and grab a handful to make things go a bit smoother.
Great video man thank you, I had to take my salter off and reconnect my gate recently, it’s not opening so I think I have to make sure I put that red switch all the way back down to “lock it” then use grey bar. Wish me luck 🍀
Thanks, my tailgate popped out on the passenger side when a tool got hidden between tailgate n bed… had a heck of a time putting it back until I TH-camd your video.
Hey. Thanks for video. You talked about corrosion and wondering if you have a need to cover the underside plug as you are driving around so it does not get the fine sand grit into it. Maybe a dummy plug so keep things clean.
Thanks for the video! Is this the same for the multi-pro/multi-flex tailgate? Also did you was it difficult to remove the harness and harness clips with the spare tire still in place? Thanks!
I wish they would go back to the standard hinge slots of the old trucks. I know why they did it to cut down on theft and the tail gate potentially falling or pulling of but it is a royal pain.
I have a HUGE question, how the heck you get it back on? I can get drivers side on no problem. It’s the passenger side we can pop back place. Any ideas or advice???
Thanks for tip, I’ve tried standing in back of truck to hold vertically and it just won’t go in place. It popped out of place when I was closing it and my load was not all the way back. So I went to shut it and that corner popped out. It will close and latch just that is not flush on passenger side. The drivers side never came out … even greased it thinking it would help pop back in the space.. nope .. didn’t work. We tried lining it up a s tapping top of tailgate with a rubber mallet and still can’t get it to pop back down. I reallllllly don’t want to take it to dealer , but it’s looking like I have no choice. Thanks again for responding and offering advice.
Thanks for the video. For anyone struggling to get the passenger side back on, I had to grab hinge with pliers and turn it back to the 45 to get it to slide on. Took me a while to figure that out. Hope it helps
Great detailed video and explanation on how to disconnect the connectors! Does your truck not have a tailgate camera? I did not see you disconnect the single white pin connector while you were disconnecting the large connector for the power tailgate? Thanks for taking the time to help others - the world needs more people like you
Can you elaborate? Do you mean that aftermarket provided you the cover you wanted or you found a better camera set up. If so, what did you get and how is it better? Thanks
@@Cla55clown camera source.com is where I got mine to go on my salt spreader that works with the factory system. Love it! Got the heated option and it helps with snow buildup.
Get someone to help always, constant having lifting heavy items will eventually lead to Degenerative Disks in your back and leave you disabled permanently.
Thank you for the tips I tried to remove a gmc Sierra tailgate off but I did not know it damn near has to be closed to get the driver side off.
thanks for the detailed video i have little patience for electrical plugs and did not want to snap the plastic connector this video assured me that i would not break it
My husband and grandson had a difficult time removing the tailgate from our 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 so we could put our slide in camper on. Everything went fine as in video- disconnecting the camera, sliding off the passenger side- until they got to taking off the driver's side of tailgate. They tried lifting and rocking and pulling but it would not budge. Had to reconnect the camera electronics underneath when they latched the driver side of tailgate and couldn't get it open-twice. He finally went underneath and reluctantly used a tool to pry the driver's side and eventually it gave. If you are having trouble, persevere.
Thanks for making this vid, exactly what I was looking for, super helpful!
thanks for the video. replacing tailgate on our silverado and at first glance thought I had to mess with the hinges to get it out. thank goodness I don't
Ryo best girl
WHEN YOU REINSTALL! Today i did it by myself and wrestled the thing on, i didnt put the plug back through the hole it came out of. Once i realized i had done this i thought ok, Rather than wrestle it again by myself i will just close it and drive over to a buddies. Ya know just a quick hand getting it back off so i could put the plug through the hole and then easily put it back on. The problem was i had closed the tailgate now. You can not open it unless its plugged into power. That i know of at this point. So the plug is sitting in the bed of the truck, with the gate closed. I am gonn have to pop into the dealer to see if they can get it open manually so i can plug it back in. Stupid mistake but it was actually really easy to make. Make sure you put that plug BACK through the hole before you put the tail gate on and close it. My ram didnt matter you could put the tailgate on and drop the plug between the bed and tailgate with it open at a 45 degree angle. Not the case with this..
you can't just unlock it with the key and open the handle?
There is no handle. It’s a button.
Lessons from my 2020 3500HD tailgate R&R adventure, decrease your "pucker factor" and do the removal and reinstall with a helper. During reinstall, while holding the tailgate nearly vertical attaching the driver side hinge, do not accidently close the driver side latch. If that happens your helper will be able to hold the unsecured tailgate while you crawl under the truck the reconnect the power harness so the you can press the switch releasing the powered tailgate latch. At that point you can you can resume installation. I did not have a helper that day. Fortunately I did not drop the tailgate.
Put KY Jelly in that connector. It won't do anything for the corrosion but if you're ever out strolling the local truck stop lots and happen to be out you can just pop that open and grab a handful to make things go a bit smoother.
Great video man thank you, I had to take my salter off and reconnect my gate recently, it’s not opening so I think I have to make sure I put that red switch all the way back down to “lock it” then use grey bar. Wish me luck 🍀
Thanks, my tailgate popped out on the passenger side when a tool got hidden between tailgate n bed… had a heck of a time putting it back until I TH-camd your video.
Hey. Thanks for video.
You talked about corrosion and wondering if you have a need to cover the underside plug as you are driving around so it does not get the fine sand grit into it.
Maybe a dummy plug so keep things clean.
Thanks, I was trying to install a light bar on my 2021 Sierra and I could not get the driver's side free. Now I know the trick.
It's a 13mm socket for the tailgate straps. Every nut n bolt on every vehicle(body parts not engine parts) is metric!!
Thanks for the video! Is this the same for the multi-pro/multi-flex tailgate? Also did you was it difficult to remove the harness and harness clips with the spare tire still in place? Thanks!
About how much does Tailgate weigh? Thanks
Exelente video una pregunta la tapa de mi camioneta 2020 baja de un solo golpe no baja despacio que sera lo que se arruinó??espero me pueda ayudar
Thanks a lot Man !
I just finished thanks to your video.
Thank you for this very useful information.
Perfectly delivered. Very helpful Sir. Thanks.
I wish they would go back to the standard hinge slots of the old trucks. I know why they did it to cut down on theft and the tail gate potentially falling or pulling of but it is a royal pain.
is this for the power tailgate?
My connector was caked in mud..m thanks for the help!
Thank you for your time and good video,
After you remove the tailgate, do you need to cover the harness plug near the spare tire so it does not get damaged from road debris, water, etc?
I did. Wrapped it in a small plastic bag with electrical tape.
I have a HUGE question, how the heck you get it back on? I can get drivers side on no problem. It’s the passenger side we can pop back place. Any ideas or advice???
Do you have it nearly vertical like I said in the video? You can’t have it at a 45° when you go to slide it in it Hass to be nearly vertical
Also I think there’s a nylon shim that hole on your tailgate make sure I didn’t twist
Thanks for tip, I’ve tried standing in back of truck to hold vertically and it just won’t go in place. It popped out of place when I was closing it and my load was not all the way back. So I went to shut it and that corner popped out. It will close and latch just that is not flush on passenger side. The drivers side never came out … even greased it thinking it would help pop back in the space.. nope .. didn’t work. We tried lining it up a s tapping top of tailgate with a rubber mallet and still can’t get it to pop back down. I reallllllly don’t want to take it to dealer , but it’s looking like I have no choice. Thanks again for responding and offering advice.
Thanks for the video. For anyone struggling to get the passenger side back on, I had to grab hinge with pliers and turn it back to the 45 to get it to slide on. Took me a while to figure that out. Hope it helps
Needed this demonstration tonight 👍
Thanks so much man. Great video!
Thanks for being a helpful person
Great detailed video and explanation on how to disconnect the connectors! Does your truck not have a tailgate camera? I did not see you disconnect the single white pin connector while you were disconnecting the large connector for the power tailgate? Thanks for taking the time to help others - the world needs more people like you
He forgot the left lock on the passenger side hinge. If that’s not removed. Tail gate ain’t coming out
It has the tailgate camera. It’s wired into the harness I showed hot to remove.
@@Theplowman really? mine has two not. I think the sierras have a different harness although they are a similar platform to the silverados
It would be nice to tell people what the harness you are disconnecting is for
Perfect video man thank you
Excellent video
Thank you for the video.
hows that truck been? got many miles on it now?
She’s been solid as a rock! 61,200 mikes so far... still glad I purchased the 150,000 mile warranty just in case!
@@Theplowman wow you drive alot! glad to hear its treated you good.
Hey Im having a issue with my tailgate going down when I press the button do you know what it might be??
Thanks Buddy 😎
How is there already rust on a 2020
I spread a ton of salt with this truck! I try keeping it washed well. We’re using a new fluid film this winter.
Salting is death to all vehicle undercarriages. Back in the day we use to spray the undercarriage with a special oil coating which helps a lot.
Do you know if Chevy makes a cap to cover up those connections while the tailgate is off so they don't get filled with gunk?
They don’t! I asked! I ended up buying an aftermarket backup camera system that plugs into the stock harness and it’s life changing!
Can you elaborate? Do you mean that aftermarket provided you the cover you wanted or you found a better camera set up. If so, what did you get and how is it better? Thanks
@@Theplowman great, can you provide a link for the camera you ended up with please?
@@dwightelefson3020 camerasource.com about $299 for the aftermarket backup camera that I mounted to my salt spreader.
@@Cla55clown camera source.com is where I got mine to go on my salt spreader that works with the factory system. Love it! Got the heated option and it helps with snow buildup.
Will this work same for 2020 gmc sierra 1500 sle?
Get someone to help always, constant having lifting heavy items will eventually lead to Degenerative Disks in your back and leave you disabled permanently.
Good God GM. Could ya make it any more of a hassle?
kills me how heavy an aluminum tail gate is haha
Im looking for the harness for my truck
What do you mean?
I was looking for the harness for my truck
I have the same truck but my tail gate don open because they don’t have the harness
I hate when stuff falls on the face
It was a pain in the behind
Wat the harness parts number
Look at all that rust for a 2020
But it’s ok when I look at the bank account on the revenue it brings in!
Darn it💅😩