Tailgate wont open - 2014 GMC

[Spendit]

Anyone know if the latch bezel will just pop out from the outside, or a trick to get the tailgate open? Trying to get at the rods to release the latch, tannuae cover is latched down too. Don't want to rip if off and loose the backup camera as well -

[Lftwfls]

A replacement handle cover is $40. Drill a couple 1" holes in it so you can manipulate the levers.

[newdude]

1 hour ago, Spendit said:

Anyone know if the latch bezel will just pop out from the outside, or a trick to get the tailgate open? Trying to get at the rods to release the latch, tannuae cover is latched down too. Don't want to rip if off and loose the backup camera as well -

 

 

The new handle comes with all the trim to it.  Camera screws into the handle.  Handle is bolted to the gate from the inside underneath the tailgate access panel, so you won't be able to rip it from the outside.  

 

Might as well carefully try to drill out or cut some of the bezel under the handle, being mindful of the camera.

 

 

Edited November 1, 2021 by newdude

[Salsa De Piña]

What kind of tonneau cover?  Many of the flip types can be opened with a coat hanger.