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I have a 99' GMC yukon, 4dr and 4x4. One of the back "barn" doors will not stay open, it constantly closes itself back. Is there a new hinge I need to buy or another part.  Also, after hooking up to my trailer my headlights have decided not to work on the dim setting. The brights work fine. I have consistently had troubles with the electrical system when running a trailer.  Any help is greatly appreciated! Thanks

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THE BACK DOOR THAT DOES NOT STAY OPEN QUESTION IS THE ONE THAT I MAY BE ABLE TO ASSIST YOU WITH.
THERE SHOULD BE A DOOR CHECK ON THE BACK DOOR LOCATED ON THE DOOR SHELL AND BODY.

LOOKS LIKE A STRAP THAT GOES INTO THE BODY.....THIS IS EITHER LOOSE OR BROKEN AND WILL LET THE DOOR
SWING AROUND. THEY ARE NOT THAT EXPENSIVE BUT TO BE SURE I WOULD RUN BY A BODY SHOP AND LET THEM PEEK AT IT AND OFFER AN OPINION.

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Michael Kakuk

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I can answer any question that you may have about collision repairs and what to do after an accident. I can also answer basic mechanical problems but that is not my area of expertise.I can help you with repairing your own vehicle in your garage and also answer any paint related questions.

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15 years experience with State Farm insurance as an auto inspector. 10 years of collision center management with 3 fortune 500 companies.

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Votech School Chief Frame School Hunter Alignment school I-CAR Certified Plastic Repairs Aluminum Repairs

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