Tailgate lock...how much of a headache?

[jenefor]

So I don't have a key for the manual tailgate (75) i know I need to get the solenoid out so that I can bring it to get re keyed. However I wanted to know if anyone has done this and if so how involved is it, Is it simple or a headache?
I have the scematic for how it goes together but I just forsee it being a tight fit or something being wonky.
If anyone has any advice that would be great.

 

[tRustyK5]

It pretty much all has to come out to get to the lock part. Window, regulator etc etc. Easily the most finicky part of a K5 IMHO...

Rene

 

[AZ79K5Project]

I was able to do it with the regulator in place. There are holes in the regulator that allow access to the two nuts that hold the whole crank/lock assembly in place.

The glass has to be supported and partially rolled.

I replaced mine and had a new lock cylinder keyed to the door lock, it wasn't too bad.

IIRC - I did it with the tailgate up and had someone hold the lock in place to put the nuts back on. It's been two or three years since I did it.