Exactly what I needed for my 2013 GMC Acadia. The liftgate had been broken for at least a year. Called the dealership and they wanted to charge over $700 to repair. I found your video last week, purchased the part for $53 and just replaced it myself. Thanks for posting!
My 2013 Acadia didn't react to a blocked pathway and shut anyway breaking off the plastic end of actuator rod connected to the gate (sounded like my whole back window popped, freaked me out lol) was it easy to replace since it's "inside" the car? This just happened yesterday can't find any videos on it unfortunately.
Only vid out there. Saved $250 the mechanic was trying to charge. Hardest part was finding the part. Looks like you HAVE to use a dealership if you want it fast. Took 5min after watching. Thanks bud.
My wife said... "It broke again". After watching this I asked her what all happened and she said the cooler was sticking out. You got her in trouble. Great job!
Great video indeed. I had/have the same problem with my 2014 GMC Acadia. I got the run -a round from the dealer even with the bumper to bumper warranty. At first the "tech" replaced the two support struts, even with the broken lift strut laying there and having to raise the gate by hand. When I pointed the real issue out to him, his response was, well that's not what it says on the work order, then they went into conference and decided just maybe the broken lift strut was the problem and replaced it. I didn't notice the lift support was making a clunking noise when it closed. A medical issue (open heart surgery) prevented me from returning to the shop. Well, the bumper to bumper warranty expired and now it's my problem. With your video I think I can fix this problem or a least see what is causing the clunking noise. Again thanks for taking the time to make this great video.....Ken...Marina CA
My 2011 buick enclave just had the recall for the liftgate done and that rod now makes a loud click when the liftgate reaches fully open. I'm hoping that it's not doing any damage!
To change the lift rod to rear hatch door is very simple and be done in 10 min. The support shocks to rear hatch is done in couple minutes. Pull up video and save a fortune.
Hmm...not sure what that's called. I would call one of your local Chevy dealerships and ask them by giving them the part number and details of the part I used in the video. Their computer system will bring up all of the attached parts and they can give you the name and part number. I've found that the local dealerships can sometimes give the best price and availability on parts that are harder to find online. Hope that helps.
When I know how to do all that why didn't you tell us what the name of the part is that's the hardest thing everyone wants to give you a strut and not to push rod what is the name of the push rod
Maybe, in some cases, but usually it hits and has a problem closing before its close to latching. It depends a lot on when the obstruction actually hits the liftgate first. Thanks for watching!
Ha Ha Ha like your response hope your wife appreciated. FYI , if the gate is operating and you try to lift or push it down it can break the plastic ends. If you aren't informed the caveman style will break it.
Yeah, she was running the camera so she heard it first hand - I thought it was funny!! :-) I think the caveman style contributed to it breaking in the first place. Some family members didn't know it was automatic! Thanks for watching!
Exactly what I needed for my 2013 GMC Acadia. The liftgate had been broken for at least a year. Called the dealership and they wanted to charge over $700 to repair. I found your video last week, purchased the part for $53 and just replaced it myself. Thanks for posting!
That's awesome! Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
Where did you get the part I’m missing mine from an accident i had and they didn’t put it back on
@@tonypennybaker7919 Genuine GM Actuator Rod Part# 20812018. Amazon Link: amzn.to/325OsQ1
My 2013 Acadia didn't react to a blocked pathway and shut anyway breaking off the plastic end of actuator rod connected to the gate (sounded like my whole back window popped, freaked me out lol) was it easy to replace since it's "inside" the car? This just happened yesterday can't find any videos on it unfortunately.
What's the name of the actual rod
great job VERY helpful, I just needed to know how to get cover off to snap on new arm, you made it very easy replaced it in 5 minutes
Awesome! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!
Only vid out there. Saved $250 the mechanic was trying to charge. Hardest part was finding the part. Looks like you HAVE to use a dealership if you want it fast. Took 5min after watching. Thanks bud.
Yeah, the dealership was the only source for me too. Thanks for watching! Glad it helped.
My wife said... "It broke again". After watching this I asked her what all happened and she said the cooler was sticking out. You got her in trouble. Great job!
Ha, ha, happy to help! :-)
Tytyty! My retaining clip popped 1 year having to open it manually. I couldn't have done it without your video ty!
Thanks David! I'm glad it helped!
Great job. Easy to follow! Thank you!
Thank you! And thanks for watching!
My acadia had the same issue. Thank you for posting this video.
Very welcome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!
I just replaced mine and saved a few bucks. After watching your video it was a snap. Thanks Dave
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thank you sooooooo much! Just fixed my GMC Acadia after trying to ram it closed!
Very welcome, glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
Great informative video....your wife is a great cameraman.
Very nice of you to say! She got a kick out of your comment and says thanks! She also wanted me to direct you to her other work on my videos....ha ha!
Thanks so much for your video!! Mine broke on my 2016 Buick Enclave. This was so unbelievably helpful.
That's great to hear! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!
Great video indeed. I had/have the same problem with my 2014 GMC Acadia. I got the run -a round from the dealer even with the bumper to bumper warranty. At first the "tech" replaced the two support struts, even with the broken lift strut laying there and having to raise the gate by hand. When I pointed the real issue out to him, his response was, well that's not what it says on the work order, then they went into conference and decided just maybe the broken lift strut was the problem and replaced it. I didn't notice the lift support was making a clunking noise when it closed. A medical issue (open heart surgery) prevented me from returning to the shop. Well, the bumper to bumper warranty expired and now it's my problem. With your video I think I can fix this problem or a least see what is causing the clunking noise. Again thanks for taking the time to make this great video.....Ken...Marina CA
Thanks Ken! I really appreciate your feedback. Let me know what you find. Good luck!
Nice informative video. Great camera work as well!!
Thanks! My wife will appreciate that! Thanks for watching!
My Enclave rod broke at the top connection. Thank you for showing me how to do this!
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
So did mine. Do you remember what part you had to buy?
GM part. It is the lift support rod I think. It was available on Amazon.
I included a link to one on Amazon in the video description.
Great video Dave - Exact problem on my 2010 Acadia - super fast repair. Thank you for posting!
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Thanks Dave this has happened on my previous 2012 Enclave and the 2015 . I now know how to fix it myself.
Very welcome! I'm glad it helped!
My 2016 Buick Enclave broke on the top, so it's just a matter of when will the rod fail...Thanks!
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the video 👍🏼
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thank you 🙏🏽.. saved the day..👍🏽
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Thanks so much for this walkthrough!
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
My 2011 buick enclave just had the recall for the liftgate done and that rod now makes a loud click when the liftgate reaches fully open. I'm hoping that it's not doing any damage!
Hmmm...not sure why it would be doing that. Are you sure the correct length rod was installed?
thank you! I appreciate the video and it worked out exactly like you explained A Fellow UTAHan up in Park City
Very welcome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!
To change the lift rod to rear hatch door is very simple and be done in 10 min. The support shocks to rear hatch is done in couple minutes. Pull up video and save a fortune.
Totally agree! Thanks for watching!
Thanks man really needed this
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the video 👨
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
What is the name of the upper part where it goes? The one on my car is loose and I think that's why it broke again
Hmm...not sure what that's called. I would call one of your local Chevy dealerships and ask them by giving them the part number and details of the part I used in the video. Their computer system will bring up all of the attached parts and they can give you the name and part number. I've found that the local dealerships can sometimes give the best price and availability on parts that are harder to find online. Hope that helps.
Nearly same as the acadia...thanks for posting!
Yes, they are very similar. Thanks for watching!
Also same as the Buick Enclave
Thanks Dave . I have had 2 Enclaves which is similar body style and both of them had this happen but they broke at the top.
Very welcome! My pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting..
What is the piece called to order online?
It is a Liftgate Actuator Rod. Here's a link to one on Amazon: Genuine GM Actuator Rod Part# 20812018. Amazon Link: amzn.to/325OsQ1
When I know how to do all that why didn't you tell us what the name of the part is that's the hardest thing everyone wants to give you a strut and not to push rod what is the name of the push rod
I included it in the description. Here it is again: Genuine GM Actuator Rod Part# 20812018. Amazon Link: amzn.to/325OsQ1
Thanks for watching!
Thanks so much!
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Is it the same part number as the other 2 struts?
No, it is different than those. There is only one Liftgate Actuator Rod.
Helpful 👍
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Very smart for saying its not her fault! Man that is some good husband advise! Too many times I deserved a fresh pack of duct tape over my mouth!
Ha, ha, yeah, she's a good sport! Thanks for watching!
Thx for the help
Very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Is this in Orem?
No. What makes you think Orem? Thanks for watching!
Just the background looks like Orem/Provo
Ha ha, you're close but not Orem.
Or Provo.
If it closes on to something maybe it latches before it can kick in and open back up
Maybe, in some cases, but usually it hits and has a problem closing before its close to latching. It depends a lot on when the obstruction actually hits the liftgate first. Thanks for watching!
🎉Good job
Thanks! Thanks for watching!
Ha Ha Ha like your response hope your wife appreciated. FYI , if the gate is operating and you try to lift or push it down it can break the plastic ends. If you aren't informed the caveman style will break it.
Yeah, she was running the camera so she heard it first hand - I thought it was funny!! :-)
I think the caveman style contributed to it breaking in the first place. Some family members didn't know it was automatic!
Thanks for watching!
What is the part called?
It's a Liftgate Actuator Rod.
Thankyou...my liftgate just hit me on the head yesterday after it snapped off the rod
Ouch! Hopefully you were able to get it working again.
These actuator rods tips are cheaply made. A laundry bin shouldn't snap one of these apart.
Yes, the plastic ends could be a much better/stronger design.