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hi i have a 5door freelander.year 00 diesl.my tail gate door wont open.the window goes up and down from switch inside near dash board.tried unlocking/locking.any ideas?the rest of the doors work .
Hi Pamela,
it could very well be the tail door latch that's seized. Latch problems are common. You'll have to remove the tail door panel, plastic cover, and then either try to lub/clean the latch mechanism. If that fails, you'll need to remove the latch and either bench test it or replace it. Getting the door open is the hard part and I suggest you get an expert to help.
Best of luck,
JohnMc
NB: does not sound like a CCU or security problem to me.
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John McInnis
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