I know this video is a bit old, but I just wanted to thank you for making a complete video with very easy to follow directions and also a demonstration! This is exactly how a DIY repair video should be! I smashed that like button!
@@JerryJacksonDIY Follow up, I performed this fix just now, and I can confirm that it does in fact work! It also applies to the model that came with a back up camera! Thank you again!
I needed this video to see how the back bezel comes off of the door. I am losing paint and rusting at each corner. This allows me to treat and paint these spots. Thank you Jerry.
I just followed your directions and was able to replace the switch fairly easily. The neighbor came over to help and it was a fast fix! Thanks! 2015 Equinox
Hello Jerry my 2012 Chev equinox back hatch started to act up a month or so ago .. I googled the problem and there you were telling me how to fix it. .. getting the blasted thing to open was the problem until today . I tried the hatch and it opened so I watched this video again and went out to the garage and in the 2nd snow so far this fall I went to work on it . I am a 64 yr old woman and I think I said words I'd have got a licken for as a kid. But despite the cold and the fact that a marker light got pulled out, wires got broke and everything... So I spliced wires and taped everything back together and put it all together and ... it's fixed and I thank YOU !
@@JerryJacksonDIYwhat is the make and model of the trunk switch for a 2013 Chevy equinox I need the same piece for my car … I see you have something inked but when I click it says GM MODEL so idk if I can use that
I wish i could like this video more. This is hands down the most informative and easy repair video I've ever seen. Thank you very much! Definitely saved me about $300
My switch just went out on my 2010 Equinox. Thank you so much for this video took me about 30 min to do myself and 15 bucks and my rear lift gate is working again! Thanks again!
Thank you for this video! I had difficulty taking the inside paneling off as well as unplugging the switch. I watched another youtube video of a guy removing the paneling and then I was able to get it off. I almost gave up a few times to wait for my husbands strength. But then I remembered what you said at the end: "If you put your mind to it, you can do anything". This encouraged me when I was struggling and I pushed through and figured it out! So proud of myself! You saved me a my family hundreds of dollars! Thank you!
Although this video does not directly apply to me - I really appreciate that you took the time to share your knowledge for what appears to be a common problem! Kudos!
My lift gate randomly stopped working over the weekend, I figured out how to open it but this is a very easy to follow video of where to start with troubleshooting. Thank you!
God think of the amount of money you've saved people over the years!!! Just did this fix on my GF's 2011 Equinox and this video saved us serious $$ from the dealer. THANK YOU!
Thanks for the comment Parks... I know right... The dealer quoted me over a $1,000 dollars and said it was.a door module that needed to be replaced... Thanks again...
That round plastic piece you mention that you used a screw driver to open the lift gate from inside is a good point of awareness. Hopefully all these years later the manufacturer will provide a method ( pull device like in car with a truck ) and flag to let somebody know who might be stuck in the vehicle to get out safely.
Quick, easy, and straight to the point. The headache-mobile is back to normal, for now... Thanks for the instructions and for saving me a bunch of cash!
Thanks for this video! Wife got a flat on her Acadia, and when roadside assistance showed up, they could not access the cargo area. Roadside guy knew how to open the lift gate, but that did not fix the problem. While I most likely WILL NOT take our GMC Acadia back to the dealer, I also do not want to depend of my brother-in-law to get around to looking at my lift gate. So I looked up the part number and ordered the part. As soon as it arrives, I will attempt the repair! Nothing like saving money! Thanks again!
Chev dealership quoted me $1700.00 parts and labor, got the part with shipping included for $38.87 and fixed it myself.👍 I also didn't have to wait until first week of December to get it fixed as dealership wanted to book me an appointment for Dec 1 . It's done NOW Thanks Jerry
I just did this on our 2012 equinox. Great instructions. The big plastic trim was the most difficult part of the job. And there are two white push clips to overcome after you remove the 10mm nuts to remove the bezel. The new latch switch cost me around $27 total from Amazon ($25.48 plus tax) thanks for the video!
Great video, easy to understand and follow. I have a 2014 GMC Terrain, the same exact problem. I am going to order the switch right now! Thanks so much!!!
Can you tell me the link 🔗 you used and or the name of the piece you purchased off Amazon I only see a GM Model that is linked in his description is that the one you got? I assumed GM and Chevy used different parts
Jerry! Thanks so much! the wife's liftgate got funky after the rain last week and I determined (well, hoped) that this would be the problem. I ordered a switch on amazon, popped it in, as instructed by you, and bam! $27 CAD taxes incl. Rreally appreciate you posting this. I think I am going to call the dealership tomorrow just to get a quote for fun! For the rest of you all, be patient lining it up when you put the plastic back on the inside. It will eventually go together!
Hey Dave... Glad it worked out for you... I'm sure a trip to the dealership would have cost several hundred dollars.. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.
Thank you so much for this. My lift gate went out a while back and I almost bought the actuator thinking that was the only problem it could be. I jumped the switch with some wires and the actuator works perfect. You saved me some money. Thanks.
Still relevant 5 years later! I just did this on my 2016 Equinox! I watched the video a couple times and had to refer back to it while in the middle of the job. I have probably an hour total in it, plus this review. The part is now $23, but a current estimate at a shop would probably be more than $1000! I did NOT have a deep enough 10mm socket for the 2 center nuts, but my hands are small enough and I was able to reach in w/ an adjustable wrench and get the center nuts. Removing that main outside part was tough because I didn't expect the 2 little plastic clip things that held it in pretty good. I ended up cutting one enough to get one side out, then pulled hard on the other side. Then when replacing the inner molding, I would mention making sure it is guided into the upper mold on each side. I almost missed this. Great instructions, thanks!
2022-05-22 : Equinox 2011, Merci beaucoup. Je suis une femme de 57 ans, par trop de talent en "mécanique/ mais je suis manuelle. Votre vidéo m'a permis de faire les changements moi même. Merci beaucoup ça m'a de sauver énormément. Le cout sur amazon est 30$ avec les taxes et le transport inclus vers le Canada Merci beaucoup , J'ai du seulement emprunteur une douille de 10 mm plus longue que la mienne pour défaire les 4 tarrots, Merci
Thank you. U gave me an idea after I change my actuator and was 0 result , I tried the latch after I watched your video and was fixed. Thank you again . 👍👍👍
After months of procrastinating I finally fixed my hatch. The only reason I didn't try and fix it earlier because the switch seemed to work off and on. Well today I got tired of it not working and gave it a try. Thanks to this video my 2010 Chevy Equinox hatch is working better than when I bought it. Thanks Jerry for posting this video. Guys like you are the true heros of TH-cam unlike the Minecraft streamers.
Thank you for this. If anyone else is curious, I cut the rubber cover off my old switch to see the insides. It looks like it failed due to simple corrosion. Looks like water got into it.
god bless guys like you..you are the link between the past and now..keep those older cars running especially now with the crazy cost of new cars..thank you for making this video!
Very useful to see how it is done! I have a similar problem (Chev Captiva) but I can hear the switch working inside so probably not an electric issue like yours. Just the door does not unlatch ( not sure why ?)
dated from October 6th 2022, made the switch with the handle release totally busted wire was broken (old) , the new one from GM has the small bump and it works, everything was there as described. Also note its a tight fit for the 10 mm bolts, so yes the right tools help. took me a couple hours based on novice experience but Hey ! Trunk opens now. Thank you !
Thanks Jerry. Excellent video. I have the same exact problem and I'm confident it's the same exact fix. Those switches go bad far too often to ever suspect a module that your car doesn't have to be the problem. It would have been worth it to pay them to put the module in just to sit back and watch them try. Side note: Your vehicle doesn't HAVE a liftgate control module. The only cars that do are the ones with the auto open/close feature.
If moisture makes your pressure switch go bad it won’t open it but it also might make your trunk open on its own while sitting in the driveway. Came out to it lifted randomly couple of times. Changed the switch but 2010 terrain slt has a knob by sunroof you can turn to fully open, 3/4 open(for shorter folks), or off so trunk won’t open while you wait for the right time to fix it. Hope it saves someone a little hassle by turning the knob not stressing if it’s opened again
I sent this to my gearhead son with the hopes this is what we can do for the lift gate on my 2015 Trax which quit working last week. I'll let you know how we make out if he decides to tackle it. I figure this should be a piece of cake compared to replacing the radiator!
An update.... the 2015 trax is a little different but not much, so you video was still very helpful. the plastic panel actually pops off versus removing screws and it reveals the latch assembly without having to take anything off on the exterior. Turns out it wasn't a bad switch but it looks like there must be something wrong with the assembly itself. So returning the switch and ordering the assembly (my son called it something else but that's what it looks like to menow (of course, more expensive.) To be continued.... Lift gate fixed! It was the actuator (that's what my son called it.) A $50 part that he installed pretty quickly. Thanks again for getting us in the right direction. Damn happy to be able to use my back seats again :)
Dude your so awesome!!!!!! I’m going though the same thing with my wife car and I’m going to rewatch this so that I can get the job done. Thank you soooo much for this Vlog!!!!
I dont here a click on mine and I'm forced to open from within thank you for your time in making this video I will get back with you on the results I have a 2010 equinox awd
I just bought one of these. I really like it. i’m trying to figure out if there is a way you can just pop the window on the back instead of having to pop the whole gate to get access to the back. I’m putting a wheelchair lift on the back of this tomorrow and the past two SUVs I had, they were still away you could pop open the back glass. From what I can tell you cannot do this on the car. Please let me know if I missing something. It’s going to kind of suck to not be able to at least put a few things in the back.
Love the video. I was having the same problem and replaced the switch like you demonstrated. Unfortunately I still have an intermittent issue, I think it might be the lock. Any tips?
This video is a great guide. I’m about to change out the switch in my ‘11 Nox and glad to have a good guide for it. Also, bonus points for being a fellow ryobi tool user
Thanks SO MUCH for this video and the link to the replacement part! Hubby and I had it replaced in under an hour and that included him going to his buddy's house to borrow the socket. Works perfectly on my 2010 Equinox.
Sad that the dealer or repair shop quoted such high price, they would put a switch in like you and charged for the module, this why folks have little trust in dealers and repair shops the just want to do an Easter egg hunt for what's wrong and take your money for it. Deal could of made the same simple test and fixed for under 125.00 with labor. Sad to see it come to this I spend 15 plus years working for dealer back in the day,,, they are rip centers now days. Hook,crook and we don't know how to fix it now days. Thanks for your video, very well done and clear and easy to understand, Thanks again.
Nice video, this saves everyone who has problem from paying to repair shop. By the way, can I have the part number your bought? I have they same issue just today.
I saw the screw driver go into the hole before opening the door but I keep pushing with my screw driver and have no luck. Do you have any suggestions on the angle my screw driver should be. Thank You and very helpful video!
Thanks man I really don’t understand the dislikes but any how I order the part from amazon a month ago I have a 2012 Chevy Equinox and it works fine so far so good thanks again for the video
This is a really great video but I have one question???? If my switch is bad and I can't open my tailgate, how do I get the tailgate open to do what you did????
Just a short note for those doing this repair, after I installed the switch on the exterior piece I plugged it in unmounted to check it then unplugged it to feed the sealed end in and completed the install. After shutting the door I tryed to open it and nothing! I know I'm old and forgetful... I forgot to plug it back in...😂 so I had to start from the beginning to get to the plug. I'm laughing now, but 🤬🤬 not so much in the moment.... Still perfect video ending in perfect results! Thank you!
I watched this video and was able to replace the tailgate push button on my 2012 Chev Equinox LS 2.5L. About a week ago, the button suddenly stopped working and I didn't know the problem. It ended up the original button stopped responding and had to be replaced.
Wow, thanks wished I'd had my phone charged a couple hours ago I was at a salvage yard and needed the lift gate up but I never knew how without power. Kind of stupid of GM if you ask me. Trying to figure out how it didn't work with the overhead or the key fob
I know this video is a bit old, but I just wanted to thank you for making a complete video with very easy to follow directions and also a demonstration! This is exactly how a DIY repair video should be! I smashed that like button!
Thanks for the comment Proto... Appreciate it...
@@JerryJacksonDIY Follow up, I performed this fix just now, and I can confirm that it does in fact work! It also applies to the model that came with a back up camera! Thank you again!
@@Smith.Entertainment Thanks for the follow up. Appreciate it.
This video is still helping folks like myself. Thank you.
Glad it could help. Thanks for the comment.
As an older woman, I am so happy to see videos like this. I can fix this!
Thanks Carol... Glad to help... Thanks for watching...
I needed this video to see how the back bezel comes off of the door. I am losing paint and rusting at each corner. This allows me to treat and paint these spots. Thank you Jerry.
You are welcome!
I just followed your directions and was able to replace the switch fairly easily. The neighbor came over to help and it was a fast fix! Thanks!
2015 Equinox
Hey Note... Glad it worked out for you and thanks for the comment...
Where did you get your new piece from and what was the make and model I have a Chevy equinox 2013
Hello Jerry my 2012 Chev equinox back hatch started to act up a month or so ago .. I googled the problem and there you were telling me how to fix it. .. getting the blasted thing to open was the problem until today . I tried the hatch and it opened so I watched this video again and went out to the garage and in the 2nd snow so far this fall I went to work on it . I am a 64 yr old woman and I think I said words I'd have got a licken for as a kid. But despite the cold and the fact that a marker light got pulled out, wires got broke and everything... So I spliced wires and taped everything back together and put it all together and ... it's fixed and I thank YOU !
Glad it helped!
Wich tools you use to remove the cover ? 😊
@@JerryJacksonDIYwhat is the make and model of the trunk switch for a 2013 Chevy equinox I need the same piece for my car … I see you have something inked but when I click it says GM MODEL so idk if I can use that
I wish i could like this video more. This is hands down the most informative and easy repair video I've ever seen.
Thank you very much! Definitely saved me about $300
Glad it helped
My switch just went out on my 2010 Equinox. Thank you so much for this video took me about 30 min to do myself and 15 bucks and my rear lift gate is working again! Thanks again!
Glad it helped Nathan... Thanks for the comment...
Thank you for this video! I had difficulty taking the inside paneling off as well as unplugging the switch. I watched another youtube video of a guy removing the paneling and then I was able to get it off. I almost gave up a few times to wait for my husbands strength. But then I remembered what you said at the end: "If you put your mind to it, you can do anything". This encouraged me when I was struggling and I pushed through and figured it out! So proud of myself! You saved me a my family hundreds of dollars! Thank you!
Great to hear Liz... Good girl...
This is one of the best auto tutorial videos I’ve ever seen. Thank you!!
Wow, thanks for that great comment. Glad it could help. Thanks for watching.
Although this video does not directly apply to me - I really appreciate that you took the time to share your knowledge for what appears to be a common problem! Kudos!
Thanks for the comment Don. Really appreciate it...
My lift gate randomly stopped working over the weekend, I figured out how to open it but this is a very easy to follow video of where to start with troubleshooting. Thank you!
Thanks for the comment. Hope your repair goes well.
God think of the amount of money you've saved people over the years!!!
Just did this fix on my GF's 2011 Equinox and this video saved us serious $$ from the dealer. THANK YOU!
Thanks for the comment Parks... I know right... The dealer quoted me over a $1,000 dollars and said it was.a door module that needed to be replaced... Thanks again...
That round plastic piece you mention that you used a screw driver to open the lift gate from inside is a good point of awareness. Hopefully all these years later the manufacturer will provide a method ( pull device like in car with a truck ) and flag to let somebody know who might be stuck in the vehicle to get out safely.
Thanks for the comment Bill... Appreciate it...
Thanks Jerry. Your video was accurate to what had to be done. Thank you. My son and I did it in 30 minutes for $20.
Glad it helped
Quick, easy, and straight to the point.
The headache-mobile is back to normal, for now...
Thanks for the instructions and for saving me a bunch of cash!
Glad to help...
Thanks for this video! Wife got a flat on her Acadia, and when roadside assistance showed up, they could not access the cargo area. Roadside guy knew how to open the lift gate, but that did not fix the problem. While I most likely WILL NOT take our GMC Acadia back to the dealer, I also do not want to depend of my brother-in-law to get around to looking at my lift gate. So I looked up the part number and ordered the part. As soon as it arrives, I will attempt the repair! Nothing like saving money! Thanks again!
Hey Zaren, I hope this works on your Acadia... Thanks for watching..
Did that fix it
Chev dealership quoted me $1700.00 parts and labor, got the part with shipping included for $38.87 and fixed it myself.👍 I also didn't have to wait until first week of December to get it fixed as dealership wanted to book me an appointment for Dec 1 . It's done NOW Thanks Jerry
Glad it helped!
I just did this on our 2012 equinox. Great instructions. The big plastic trim was the most difficult part of the job. And there are two white push clips to overcome after you remove the 10mm nuts to remove the bezel. The new latch switch cost me around $27 total from Amazon ($25.48 plus tax) thanks for the video!
Glad to help. Thanks for the comment.
What switch did you get ? I have a 2013 equinox and need the same thing 😊
Great video, easy to understand and follow. I have a 2014 GMC Terrain, the same exact problem. I am going to order the switch right now! Thanks so much!!!
Hey Keith... Glad to help... Thanks for the comment...
Thank you Jerry, replaced the switch in my 2011 equinox and saved $ all the way. Appreciate your time and great step by step.
Hey Jailer... Glad to help... Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching...
2013 Equinox here. Good video. Those two plastic covers are a bear. Our switch had melted. Got the same via Amazon.
Awesome... Glad it could help...
Can you tell me the link 🔗 you used and or the name of the piece you purchased off Amazon I only see a GM Model that is linked in his description is that the one you got? I assumed GM and Chevy used different parts
Jerry! Thanks so much! the wife's liftgate got funky after the rain last week and I determined (well, hoped) that this would be the problem. I ordered a switch on amazon, popped it in, as instructed by you, and bam! $27 CAD taxes incl. Rreally appreciate you posting this. I think I am going to call the dealership tomorrow just to get a quote for fun! For the rest of you all, be patient lining it up when you put the plastic back on the inside. It will eventually go together!
Hey Dave... Glad it worked out for you... I'm sure a trip to the dealership would have cost several hundred dollars.. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.
Jerry Jackson DIY I called today for fun.... Dealer wanted 180 plus tax! Thx again
I love the TH-cam community for helping one another.... Glad to help...
Thank you so much for this. My lift gate went out a while back and I almost bought the actuator thinking that was the only problem it could be. I jumped the switch with some wires and the actuator works perfect. You saved me some money. Thanks.
Glad to help... Thanks for watching...
A big shout out to you for this! Just got back from a rainy road trip and the switch failed. Saw your video first and it was perfect! Thank you!
Glad it helped!
Still relevant 5 years later! I just did this on my 2016 Equinox! I watched the video a couple times and had to refer back to it while in the middle of the job. I have probably an hour total in it, plus this review. The part is now $23, but a current estimate at a shop would probably be more than $1000! I did NOT have a deep enough 10mm socket for the 2 center nuts, but my hands are small enough and I was able to reach in w/ an adjustable wrench and get the center nuts. Removing that main outside part was tough because I didn't expect the 2 little plastic clip things that held it in pretty good. I ended up cutting one enough to get one side out, then pulled hard on the other side. Then when replacing the inner molding, I would mention making sure it is guided into the upper mold on each side. I almost missed this. Great instructions, thanks!
Thanks for the comment Lisa... And thanks for watching...
And now my 2013 equinox back hatch works. Thank you for this video!
That's great Vivica... Glad to hear it worked... Thanks for watching...
Thank you, Jerry! Your video helped me a lot. I was able to save money and replace the switch with no issues. Thanks so much!
Great to hear!
Watched the video twice and went to it. The hardest part was getting the nut out after it fell in. Thanks brother
welcome
Thanks a lot for putting this together. Fixed our Equinox for less than $25.
Glad it helped you out Tex. Thanks for watching.
2022-05-22 : Equinox 2011, Merci beaucoup. Je suis une femme de 57 ans, par trop de talent en "mécanique/ mais je suis manuelle. Votre vidéo m'a permis de faire les changements moi même. Merci beaucoup ça m'a de sauver énormément. Le cout sur amazon est 30$ avec les taxes et le transport inclus vers le Canada Merci beaucoup , J'ai du seulement emprunteur une douille de 10 mm plus longue que la mienne pour défaire les 4 tarrots, Merci
Thanks for the comment...
THIS VIDEO SAVED ME ALOT OF MONEY AND I GOT THE USE OF MY TRUNK BACK.
THANKS FIR THE INFO.
Hey Greg.... Thanks for the comment... Glad it could help... Thanks for watching...
Thank you. U gave me an idea after I change my actuator and was 0 result , I tried the latch after I watched your video and was fixed. Thank you again . 👍👍👍
Thanks for the comment Alundy… Glad it could help...
@@JerryJacksonDIY I change the latch and it work perfectly fine. A big THANK YOU.
After months of procrastinating I finally fixed my hatch. The only reason I didn't try and fix it earlier because the switch seemed to work off and on. Well today I got tired of it not working and gave it a try. Thanks to this video my 2010 Chevy Equinox hatch is working better than when I bought it.
Thanks Jerry for posting this video. Guys like you are the true heros of TH-cam unlike the Minecraft streamers.
Hey Cameron... Thanks for the awesome comment... Glad to hear that you were able to fix your vehicle also... Thanks for watching...
@cameron Paul. Did the switch on yours seem to act up after heavy rain?
Thank you for this.
If anyone else is curious, I cut the rubber cover off my old switch to see the insides. It looks like it failed due to simple corrosion. Looks like water got into it.
Thanks for the comment Derek... And thanks for watching...
Derek Powell so did you fix it or what
Found and followed this with the switch from Amazon. Worked like a charm!! Many thanks.
Thanks for the comment Steve... Glad it could help... Thanks for watching...
I just completed this yesterday on a 2010 - thank you so much for the details. Everything was exactly as you said.
Glad to hear that it could help Mickie... Thanks for the comment...
god bless guys like you..you are the link between the past and now..keep those older cars running especially now with the crazy cost of new cars..thank you for making this video!
Thanks for the comment jp... and thanks for watching...
Thank you soooo much. Just stopped working tonight. I’ll do it tomorrow.
Hope it goes well for you. Thanks for watching...
THANK YOU!!! My husband and I just changed the touchpad on our Equinox. You are wonderful for sharing this:)
Thanks for the comment Robin... Glad it helped out you guys... Thanks for watching...
Thank you for sharing this. Just replaced the switch on a 2012 equinox using this video as reference. Would have never found that torx hidey hole.
You're welcome!
Very useful to see how it is done! I have a similar problem (Chev Captiva) but I can hear the switch working inside so probably not an electric issue like yours. Just the door does not unlatch ( not sure why ?)
Glad it helped
dated from October 6th 2022, made the switch with the handle release totally busted wire was broken (old) , the new one from GM has the small bump and it works, everything was there as described. Also note its a tight fit for the 10 mm bolts, so yes the right tools help. took me a couple hours based on novice experience but Hey ! Trunk opens now. Thank you !
Thanks for the comment...
Thank you so much! This saved me $300!
You're welcome!!
Thank you for taking the time to share the video.
My pleasure. Hope it helped. Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment.
Hey jerry! I really appreciate the video! I just replaced the switch on her Chevy sonic. Have a great day!
Hey Carl... Really appreciate the comment.... Glad to help... Thanks for watching...
Thanks for the video! I have to do this repair on my father in laws Equinox this weekend.
Anytime Dan... Let me know how you make out... Thanks for watching...
Thanks man. Mine has been a crap shoot on if it’ll work or not. Huge help and saved me a ton of money.
Glad it was able to help... Thanks for watching...
Thanks Jerry. Excellent video. I have the same exact problem and I'm confident it's the same exact fix. Those switches go bad far too often to ever suspect a module that your car doesn't have to be the problem. It would have been worth it to pay them to put the module in just to sit back and watch them try.
Side note: Your vehicle doesn't HAVE a liftgate control module. The only cars that do are the ones with the auto open/close feature.
Glad it could help... Thanks for the comment..
If moisture makes your pressure switch go bad it won’t open it but it also might make your trunk open on its own while sitting in the driveway. Came out to it lifted randomly couple of times. Changed the switch but 2010 terrain slt has a knob by sunroof you can turn to fully open, 3/4 open(for shorter folks), or off so trunk won’t open while you wait for the right time to fix it. Hope it saves someone a little hassle by turning the knob not stressing if it’s opened again
@@JerryJacksonDIY
While your gate switch was bad, didthe headliner button still work?
@@heywatchthis1992
Thanks. This is not my car, and i couldnt find that button to save my life.
@@ronfox5519 glad to be on the helping side the comment section for a change. Good luck brother
Thank you for this video. I am experiencing the same thing and dont want to pay the dealership. So I'm going to DIY it 😁
Awesome LaShea... Let me know how you make out... Thanks for watching...
I sent this to my gearhead son with the hopes this is what we can do for the lift gate on my 2015 Trax which quit working last week. I'll let you know how we make out if he decides to tackle it. I figure this should be a piece of cake compared to replacing the radiator!
Hey Deanna... I hope this works out for you... Look forward to your reply and thanks for watching...
An update.... the 2015 trax is a little different but not much, so you video was still very helpful. the plastic panel actually pops off versus removing screws and it reveals the latch assembly without having to take anything off on the exterior. Turns out it wasn't a bad switch but it looks like there must be something wrong with the assembly itself. So returning the switch and ordering the assembly (my son called it something else but that's what it looks like to menow (of course, more expensive.) To be continued.... Lift gate fixed! It was the actuator (that's what my son called it.) A $50 part that he installed pretty quickly. Thanks again for getting us in the right direction. Damn happy to be able to use my back seats again :)
Hi jerry thanks for your post i’ve the same problem with my GMC Terrain 2014 right now and i”ll work on it while watching your video thanks a lot
Thanks for the comment Albert... Glad it could help... Thanks for watching...
Dude your so awesome!!!!!! I’m going though the same thing with my wife car and I’m going to rewatch this so that I can get the job done.
Thank you soooo much for this Vlog!!!!
Thanks for the comment Irving. Really appreciate it... Let me know how you make out... Thanks for watching...
Jerry Jackson DIY finally going to get it
Thank you for this video. I have a 2015 Chevy equinox. The back hatch will not open. I think I have all the tools needed.
Oct 11, 2024
You're welcome!
I dont here a click on mine and I'm forced to open from within thank you for your time in making this video I will get back with you on the results I have a 2010 equinox awd
Hey Sam... I'm sure this will do it for you but let me know for sure. good luck and thanks for watching...
I just bought one of these. I really like it. i’m trying to figure out if there is a way you can just pop the window on the back instead of having to pop the whole gate to get access to the back. I’m putting a wheelchair lift on the back of this tomorrow and the past two SUVs I had, they were still away you could pop open the back glass. From what I can tell you cannot do this on the car. Please let me know if I missing something. It’s going to kind of suck to not be able to at least put a few things in the back.
Sorry Nicholas, no way to just pop the back glass on this model. Thanks for the question and thanks for watching.
Thank you very much Jerry for this video. I just changed my 2010 equinox switch and your instructions were bang on. Cheers from Canada !!!!
Thanks for the comment Alexander... Glad to help and thanks for watching...
Love the video. I was having the same problem and replaced the switch like you demonstrated. Unfortunately I still have an intermittent issue, I think it might be the lock. Any tips?
Sorry. Intermittent issues sound like may be wiring.
This video is a great guide. I’m about to change out the switch in my ‘11 Nox and glad to have a good guide for it. Also, bonus points for being a fellow ryobi tool user
Thanks for the comment SubMan... Glad to share...
thanks you made it very easy for me too fix my tailgate Anne 63yrs old
Glad it could help. Thanks for watching...
Thx for the video. Just fixed mine. 2h cause I did not have the proper tools
Thanks for the comment Didier. Glad it could help.
Thanks SO MUCH for this video and the link to the replacement part! Hubby and I had it replaced in under an hour and that included him going to his buddy's house to borrow the socket. Works perfectly on my 2010 Equinox.
Hey Dawn... Thanks for the comment and glad to here you guy's did it... Thanks for watching...
Thank you so much, I think this'll also work for my 2014 Chevy Traverse.
Glad it helped
Sad that the dealer or repair shop quoted such high price, they would put a switch in like you and charged for the module, this why folks have little trust in dealers and repair shops the just want to do an Easter egg hunt for what's wrong and take your money for it. Deal could of made the same simple test and fixed for under 125.00 with labor. Sad to see it come to this I spend 15 plus years working for dealer back in the day,,, they are rip centers now days. Hook,crook and we don't know how to fix it now days. Thanks for your video, very well done and clear and easy to understand, Thanks again.
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@@JerryJacksonDIY sorry but I didn't post this.
This was a fantastic video! Thank you so much for sharing. Wife bought a replacement part and now I can feel comfortable fixing it. Thank you!
Thanks for the comment Jose. Glad to help...
Thank you for the video safe me a lot of money I’m in wheelchair 🦽 not easy for me bad I fix it thank you again
Hey Jj R... Glad to help... Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching..
Nice video, this saves everyone who has problem from paying to repair shop. By the way, can I have the part number your bought? I have they same issue just today.
Hey Ray... Thanks for the comment... Part Link is in the description below... Glad it could help.
i aint going to lie wasnt so sure if you knew what you were doing but you tought me a lesson verry nice man sorry for the miss spelling
No problem Anthony... Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching...
I saw the screw driver go into the hole before opening the door but I keep pushing with my screw driver and have no luck. Do you have any suggestions on the angle my screw driver should be. Thank You and very helpful video!
Its not a specific angle. You have to push on the release cam to open the door.
Thanks man I really don’t understand the dislikes but any how I order the part from amazon a month ago I have a 2012 Chevy Equinox and it works fine so far so good thanks again for the video
Thanks Chief... Glad it could help... Thanks for watching...
Thank you for making this! My 14 nox has same problem!
Anytime Shannon... Glad to help... Thanks for watching....
Thank you Jerry,
This video saved me a lot of money. you’re awesome.
Thanks for the comment Stunt Woman... Glad to help...
You are the man! Thank you for posting this.
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Wow this just happened to me now ima try this out thank u
Hope you enjoy
Omg I just did it super easy thank u very much u got my like and follow 😊
@@unmaskedking7056 Glad to help...
0:14 Thanks. Excellent trouble shooting skills.
Thanks for the comment
Thank You!! Saved me $$$ and time! My man!
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Great vid!! I'm ordering the part now. Thank you!
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I have an 09. I am assuming it would be nearly the same. Thanks for your video. I'll be using your information soon!
Hey Robert.. I feel your 09 will be very close. Good Luck and Thanks for Watching...
Thank you for this video! It really helped me out. Just changed out the switch after work. 💪🏾
Thanks for the comment Derrick... Glad to help... Thanks for watching...
Hi, I love this vid very accurate. Will this work for a 2018 unit?
Yes I believe so. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.
This is a really great video but I have one question????
If my switch is bad and I can't open my tailgate, how do I get the tailgate open to do what you did????
Go to 1:14 in the video and it is explained on how to open the tailgate.
Thank sir! Ill remember this when my 2016 Equinox goes out@
Hey Paul.. thanks for the comment and thanks for watching... Hope it will help some day.
Thank you …I haven’t been able to open my latch in a year
Glad it helped!
Just a short note for those doing this repair, after I installed the switch on the exterior piece I plugged it in unmounted to check it then unplugged it to feed the sealed end in and completed the install. After shutting the door I tryed to open it and nothing! I know I'm old and forgetful... I forgot to plug it back in...😂 so I had to start from the beginning to get to the plug. I'm laughing now, but 🤬🤬 not so much in the moment.... Still perfect video ending in perfect results! Thank you!
Thanks for the comment...
Thanks so much for that info. And saving a bunch of money!👏👏
Glad to help.. thanks for the comment and thanks for watching...
Thank you for your vedio, I just followed your instructions today :) 👍
Thanks for the comment Talal... Glad it could help... Thanks for watching...
Thank you so much sir. I haven't try it but I'm sure it will work on my chevy equinox. And save me lots of money
Thanks for the comment Crisando... Hope this works for you...
Thanks buddy your video was a lot of help
Thanks for the comment Joe... Glad it could help...
Hello, thanks for the video we got to fix my car in 15 min thanks
That's great Rosa... Glad it could help... Thanks for the comment..
Awesome!!! Worked perfectly. THANKS A TON!!!!!!
Hey Allen, glad to hear it helped... Thanks for watching...
God Bless and Thank You for Your Outstanding Instructions😇👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks for the comment Carla. Glad to help...
I watched this video and was able to replace the tailgate push button on my 2012 Chev Equinox LS 2.5L.
About a week ago, the button suddenly stopped working and I didn't know the problem. It ended up the original button stopped responding and had to be replaced.
Glad it helped!
This was awesome. Saved us and great detailed instructions!
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Thank you for an easy to follow video, worked great for 2015 Equinox!
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Wow, thanks wished I'd had my phone charged a couple hours ago I was at a salvage yard and needed the lift gate up but I never knew how without power.
Kind of stupid of GM if you ask me.
Trying to figure out how it didn't work with the overhead or the key fob
Thanks for the comment...
Excellent video
Thank you very much!
thank you for this video but I have a question if this part from amazon is working on equinox 2008. thank you
Hey Sam... Unfortunately no... It is only for 2010 - 2015 model years... You will need to research what switch fits your 2008. thanks for watching...
@@JerryJacksonDIY thank you I found the one fit 2008 and thank you again for this video
Anytime Sam... Good Luck and thanks for watching...
Great vid.I have a 2010 Equinox lt with Power lift gate.
Thanks for the comment Shane and thanks for watching...
Thank you very much Jerry. This helped me a lot!
My pleasure Waldy... Thanks for watching...
Thank you!!!!!!
Chevy wanted $900 to fix this
Your welcome... I was in the same situation... Dealer wanted way too much to make this easy fix...
1/2 hour to change and the part is only $15 on amazon