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Re: Liftgate wont open 2004 pacifica [ray80]
by steve_ HOST
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Aug 05, 2007 (4:54 pm)
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Replying to: ray80 (Aug 05, 2007 12:42 pm)
You should post this in Pacifica forum
The Chrysler Pacifica: Problems & Solutions discussion would be a good one to post in, Cstage.
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Re: New liftgate problems [caliberchic]
by boots4kicks
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Aug 30, 2007 (1:20 pm)
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Replying to: caliberchic (Feb 23, 2007 11:55 am)
I don't have any warranty on my 2001 Aztek, but my tailgate refuses to open as well. I brought it to a place and it took 4 guys to get it to open. They unscrewed the top arms that extend when it opens and were able to open the top part. The lower half was a nightmare, and took them 2 hrs just to get it open. Now I have the inside plastic molding that covers the tailgate and wires cracked and ripped off and it still isn't fixed. Can ANYONE PLEASE help me on this. I already have to have the rear suspension knuckles replaced, so this is becoming an unhappy car to have as much as I like it.
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Re: New liftgate problems [boots4kicks]
by ray80
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Aug 30, 2007 (2:56 pm)
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Replying to: boots4kicks (Aug 30, 2007 1:20 pm)
OUCH I assume this is not a pontic (or other GM dealer). What happened initialy, no noise or release when using key fob or swithe inside cabin, or you could hear click but it wouldn't open? ( I know there is a correct way to get into tailgate without breaking thing, I'll see if I can find it)
Hhmm seems a trim removal tool would have allowed getting under the panel from inside and gently prying would have allowed release of the retaining clips. Panel would still be held on by 2 screws for handle, and 2 hidden ones under weatherstrip on sides, but panel would still open a bit.
For now, the problem may be with lock actuators (one for each side), something with wiring perhaps.
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Re: New liftgate problems [ray80]
by boots4kicks
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Aug 30, 2007 (5:45 pm)
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Replying to: ray80 (Aug 30, 2007 2:56 pm)
It doesnt make any noise when I try to open it from th ekey fob or cabin. It just wouldnt open one day, defeating the whole purpose of why I bought it(camping edition AWD). I dont have a million dollars to fix this thing, especially after I have to fix the rear suspension already.
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Re: New liftgate problems [boots4kicks]
by ray80
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Aug 31, 2007 (1:10 am)
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Replying to: boots4kicks (Aug 30, 2007 5:45 pm)
Have them remove fuse #28 in the underhood fuse box for about 30 seconds, then replace and try key fob or cabin switch again ( or remove negataive battery cable for same amount of time and try again). If that doesn't work there may a problem with wiring connector that is underneath vehicle just behind drivers seat.
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LIFTGATE BEING A PAIN
by jackmindi
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Jan 07, 2008 (2:07 am)
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I CAN HEAR THE PASSENGERS SIDE CLICKING AND IT WILL UNLOCK BUT THE DRIVERS SIDE DOES NOTHING,WHAT CAN I DO TO GET IT OPEN.
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Re: LIFTGATE BEING A PAIN [jackmindi]
by boots4kicks
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Jan 07, 2008 (6:17 am)
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Replying to: jackmindi (Jan 07, 2008 2:07 am)
I had problems with my liftgate for awhile too. My instrument panel started acting up in the dash recently so I needed to go get that fixed as well. When that got fixed, my liftgate opens now!! I had a new computer put in, something along the lines of a new body control module, and it was under the automatic shifter. It cost around $450 or so. Now everything is fine.
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Re: LIFTGATE BEING A PAIN [jackmindi]
by ray80
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Jan 08, 2008 (9:08 am)
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Replying to: jackmindi (Jan 07, 2008 2:07 am)
There is something on each side that releases the liftgate, if one of them isn't working, its not going to be real easy to correct. I tried to fine how to get into the thing but I can't find the info as of yet. Basicly you have to climb into the back and remove the panel that covers the taligate (bottom part). I think the way to do it is to use special tool they have for trim removal (or use what ever you can I guess) to carefully loosen panel from tabs on top and (again I think) remove screws that hold it on on the bottom. That will allow access to mechanism and you can do what you have to from there. I'll post again if I can find more on procedure and what to look for when you get there.
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Re: LIFTGATE BEING A PAIN [ray80]
by boots4kicks
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Jan 08, 2008 (11:44 am)
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Replying to: ray80 (Jan 08, 2008 9:08 am)
I still have my rear bottom tailgate panel pulled off because that was where the auto mechanic started to look when I had the problem. Until my Body Control Module was replaced, I was told I could pull both wires on the two black bulky things underneath the panel and it would open. Also, the mechanic broke the panel so I still have to replace it. Wish there would've been an easier way to take it off.
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