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Installation
Instructions
Tailgate Lock
Toyota Tacoma
2005 - 2014
Step 1: Remove the T30 torx (star) screws from the inside of the tailgate that hold the access
panel in place. Remove the access panel by lifting the bottom and sliding it out of the top
plastic trim piece. You may have to lift the trim piece up away from the tailgate in the middle to
allow the access panel down to slide down.
Step 2: Remove the latch rods from the plastic clips (1). Do this by turning the
clips off of the rod and lift the rod out of the clip.
-If truck has a back up camera, remove the two 10mm bolts (2) that hold the
camera and holder onto the OEM handle.
-Remove the two 10mm bolts (3) that hold the handle into the tailgate. Hold the
handle in place to prevent the handle from falling out.
-Push the two plastic tabs of the gasket in towards the handle past the sheet metal
and remove the handle from the tailgate.
Step 3: The left (DRIVER SIDE) latch rod needs to be flipped end for end in order
to allow for the lock assembly. Do this by popping the latch rod out of the black
clip, which is located at the center of the rod. Push the rod towards the bottom of
the tailgate to pop it out of clip. Next remove the rod from the driver side latch.
This latch clip is towards the driver side of the tailgate under the sheet metal
inside the tailgate. This clip is the same type as the ones on the handle. Turn the
clip off of the rod and lift the rod out of the clip. Flip the rod end for end so the
bent part of the rod is closer to the driver side latch. The rod will run along the top
part of the tailgate as shown in the picture. Insert the rod end into the latch clip
and snap the clip onto the rod.
(The rod will not get clipped back into the center black clip)
Step 4: Remove the plastic gasket by pulling it off the OEM handle and reinstall it onto the
Pop and Lock handle ensuring it is seated on the 3 plastic posts.
-Install the Pop and Lock handle into the tailgate. Start by verifying that the black plastic
toggle on the back of the pop and lock is pushed to the unlock position and the metal rod
clip plate is rotated fully clockwise (as shown in the bottom picture). You may have to hold
the plate rotated as you install the handle. Put the bottom of the handle into the tailgate
first then rock the top of the handle into the tailgate. The tabs on the gasket should snap
past the sheet metal. (Hold the handle in place to prevent the handle from falling out).
-Install the power lock bracket. You will have to rock the bottom of the handle up to allow
for the power bracket to slide underneath. The plastic toggle post should align in the slot
of the power bracket as shown in the picture. (top of next page)
-Install the two 10mm bolts that fasten the handle to the tailgate.
-If truck has backup camera, remove the camera cover from the PL5500 by pushing in on
the 2 snap tabs and popping the cover off of the handle. Position camera on the handle
and install the two 10mm bolts to fasten camera.
-Install the rods into the clips and turn the clips till they snap onto the rods.
(Do not install the access panel back onto the truck yet)
The handle and power lock assembly should look like the picture at the top of the next
page. You should be able to manually move everything to the lock and unlock position.
Package Contents: Power Lock Assembly, 2 Wire Taps
Handle Assembly, 8 Cable Ties
Instructions
Tools Required: T30 Torx (Star) Bit/Driver
10mm Wrench
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Step 6: - Shut the tailgate. Test the function of the lock. Turn the key clockwise and back to
center to lock. Turn the key counter clock wise and back to center to unlock. If everything
works reinstall the access panel.
Step 5: Wiring (there are multiple ways to run the wiring this is one suggestion)
Route the bullet connector side of the short wiring harness through one of the drain holes at the bottom of the tailgate up to the power lock
assembly. Connect it to the bullet connectors of the power unit. Secure the wire with cable ties to prevent the wire from getting pinched
or in the way of the latch rods. Connect the other end to the long wire harness. Locate this connector under the truck so that it is
accessible for tailgate removal. Run the long wiring cable along the factory wire harness to under the cab and secure with cable ties.
For 2-Door and Access cab models the wire will be tied into either side kick panel (the plastic cover next to where your feet go). For 4Door models the wire can be tied into either side front step plate (the plastic trim along the floor as you step into the truck). Run the wire
into the cab using one of the factory’s rubber grommets in either the firewall or along the floor pan. Cut a small slit in the grommet or
run the wire next to the grommet to allow the wire to pass through. It is recommended to seal around wire to prevent moisture from entering
the cab. Run the wire out of view and to the place where it is going to get connected. For 2005 and 2006 2-Door models locate the blue and
blue with a white stripe wire. For 2005 and 2006 4-Door models locate the blue and blue with pink stripe wire. For 2007 and up all models
locate the Blue with a black stripe and the blue with light red stripe wire. Use the supplied wire taps to connect to theses two wires. At
this point it doesn’t matter which wire is tapped to the OEM wires. Test the operation of the lock (if the tailgate lock works opposite of
the door locks, disconnect the two bullet connectors back by the power lock assembly, switch the leads of the wires, and reconnect the
bullet connectors. This will make the lock the same as the doors). Secure all the wiring and replace the removed trim pieces.
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LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
(1) Installation. Pop & Lock™, LLC (and Pop & Lock™ Corporation) is not responsible for installing the Pop &
Lock™ or for the harm suffered by any person as a result installing it.
(2) Warranties.
a. Customer acknowledges that it is unreasonable to believe that any device whatever will prevent a theft in the
case of every attempt and that the most that can be expected from a so-called anti-theft or security device is
that it will deter many thieves.
b. POP & LOCK™ LLC. (and Pop & Lock™ Corporation) MAKES, AND CUSTOMER RECEIVES, NO
WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THE WARRANTIES OF TITLE TO THE POP &
LOCK™ AND THEIR MERCHANTABILITY, PARTICULARILY NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT.
c. As Customer’s only remedy, Pop & Lock™, LLC (and Pop & Lock™ Corporation) will repair or replace, at its
option and without charge, any lock that is defective in material or workmanship when received by
Customer and is returned to Pop & Lock™ LLC (and Pop & Lock™ Corporation), FOB Pop & Lock™
Corporation’s offices, within one (1) year after it’s receipt by the Customer. Pop & Lock LLC will ship all
replacement, or repaired, Locks to Customer, FOB Pop & LockTM’s shipping point.
d. Factory support is only available for Pop & Lock™ products purchased as new through an Authorized Pop &
Lock™
dealer.
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Craigslist, to name a few, will not be covered under factory warranty under any circumstance. Pop &
Lock™, LLC (and Pop & Lock™ Corporation) is unable to verify whether products sold through
Auction Sites are new, used, or refurbished, and as such, Pop & Lock, LLC (and Pop & Lock™
Corporation) is unable to warranty such purchases. Pop & Lock, LLC advises using extreme caution
when buying through auction sites as you'll be doing so at your own risk.
(3) No Liability. Pop & Lock™ Corporation is not liable for any loss or damage claimed by Customer or any third person
to have been suffered or incurred as a result or, or related to, the Locks purchased under this Agreement, regardless
of the circumstances or form of action, except any bodily injury or death for which Pop & Lock™ is liable under
products-liability law. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, in no event will Pop & Lock™ LLC be liable to
Customer for any indirect, special, or consequential damages, regardless of the circumstances or the cause of
action, particularly not for the value of a vehicle, or any other money damages in the event that a tailgate is stolen
either notwithstanding the use of a Pop
& Lock™ or when it has been returned for repair or replacement.
END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS
POP & LOCK LLC 1271 CONTRACT DRIVE GREEN BAY, WI USA 54304
Additional Install Instructions and answers to technical questions can be found on our website at www.popandlock.net or by calling
Technical Support 1-800-342-5911 option 1
Monday – Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm CST
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