I'm curently haveing the same issue I did exactly what you did to locate issue but I can't get the old screws out lol how the heck did u get them out thx
@dilunian Жыл бұрын
It has been awhile but if I remember it wasn't easy... Hopefully they aren't stripped... Patience, upward force while turning, and a bit of luck
@josephboudreau72 Жыл бұрын
@@dilunian possibly stripped no idea how to get them out n thanks fr the vid it was very helpful
@patriciajamieson9020 Жыл бұрын
I recently had this happen to my 2012 Chev equinox and after a couple KZfaq videos I saw the problem, I called a dealership where I bought the vehicle used and was told 1700+$ for parts and labor, I bought the part on ebay for almost 40$ and took my hatch apart after much swearing and frustration getting the hatch to open, replacing the actuator was easy. I felt so happy to have saved myself 1700$ 3 weeks of waiting for an appointment to the service center. The rush I got was enought to prompt me to install new headlight bulbs. I am a 64 yr old woman who also is not a mechanic.
@dilunian Жыл бұрын
Good job
@angryadrien Жыл бұрын
very good description of the process, thank you
@danbrick80012 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks a lot man!
@catherineandjimleclaire90342 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!! Chevy 2009 Equinox. Same problem. Watched other videos that took the entire back apart. You probably saved me an hour instead of following what these other's posted. I had already determined from another video that it was just the button not the lock actuator. For once an easy fix. I got luck that my screws came out even those they are rusted. I have heard others using a sawzall to cut of the screws from the back and just reinstalling with nuts, bolts and a couple washers. Sadly I removed the entire vapor barrier to access the back. That will be fun getting back on. Oh well. Always a learning experience. Thanks again for you video.
@danielakinart92382 жыл бұрын
Three questions: 1) what was the end result, did you achieve the desired result? 2) I've never heard of Seafoam. What is it? 3) what does it do?
@dilunian2 жыл бұрын
Did I receive desired result? Maybe... Seafoam what is it? It is an engine cleaner of sorts. Is supposed to clean build up out of fuel injectors etc. It should help a car to run abit smoother.
@reedheath71812 жыл бұрын
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@anthonybrand72402 жыл бұрын
Been lookin for a VW like that one. How much for me to buy it?
@dilunian2 жыл бұрын
Sorry, not for sale. They are a lot of fun though. Good luckbin your search
@chadmt07322 жыл бұрын
if you put on a catch can on that line it will help remove oil going to injection manifold.
@theprodistini25903 жыл бұрын
Just FYI. The best way to feed in is normally through the brake booster line. Cover the end with your thumb when you pull it off to prevent engine from jumping like that. Move thumb just enough to feed in sea foam to hot engine. Once about a quarter of the way through the bottle the exhaust should start smoking. Continue to pour about 1/8 of what’s left in to the hose. When you’re ready ( some people use whole can some people use only half) dump a good amount down the hose and shut off motor immediately to allow chemicals to stay on parts and soak. Let engine sit 20-30 mins. Restart engine, drive gently around block after getting engine to idle properly, get engine up to temp and drive it like you stole it. Then change the oil after a day or so of driving.
@precool Жыл бұрын
Can you describe where the brake booster line is located? Thanks
@lisaspaans72953 жыл бұрын
I'm having a issue trying to figure out how to replace the switch lid realese on my 2007 buick rendezvous hopefully this will be similar to it.
@dilunian3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure if it is the same... good luck!
@fabparks3 жыл бұрын
Might be a stupid comment but why don't just use the roll blind fitted from the factory? It is not blackout but...
@dilunian3 жыл бұрын
Well ya but I did want it blacked out.. I'm not a huge fan of sunroofs
@kassemrami3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the video. having the same problem with my 2009 torrent. thanks man
@samkodmani21283 жыл бұрын
Hi thank you for this video I have the same problem but can you please give the part store name and what the exactly part name . thanks
@dilunian3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure the actual part numbers, I did this a while back. If you Google tailgate actuator/ switch it should pull up in the search
@samkodmani21283 жыл бұрын
@@dilunian thank you so much for replying I checked online I believe I found the right one from amazon I will order it but thank you again for this helpful video
@shinnyou95934 жыл бұрын
Hello i've been doing work on my car (same exact one) could you point me in a direction for more detailed tutorials most videos posted are for the r56 turbo version and i just what to make sure I cover my bases . I have very little knowledge on cars the simpler the better but ill take what ever you've found before. At the most i would appreciate if there are other keywords i should use in searching about info on this card. I have using the haynes manuel but if you know a better one for newbs like me lmk as well. I hope you reply or someone else sees this ill be checking to see if any of your other videos help.
@dilunian4 жыл бұрын
The Haynes manuals are excellent, and you are right alot of the videos do seem to be for the turbo.
@roku50714 жыл бұрын
My taillight didn't come out near as easy, the top pins did not want to come out, but the bottom one was easy-peasy.
@dilunian4 жыл бұрын
Ya sometimes you need to jiggle it a bit. 👍
@roku50714 жыл бұрын
@@dilunian of course it hasn't been off in the 11 years we've owned it so that might have a little bit to do with it 😉
@sotirlibarov4 жыл бұрын
Do you by any chance remember the part number? On my 05 just gave up :(
@dilunian4 жыл бұрын
No sure of the number,
@ThemBlinkingLights4 жыл бұрын
Only thing I do slightly different is before I tighten and close everything up is test the light(s). Of course put in the screws enough so the light cannot fall. I do it like that because even though it is rare, I have had in the past where I changed the bulb closed everything up and the new/replacement bulb did not work. On some vehicles there can be a lot more to do to change a bulb.
@Dan-vt1qt4 жыл бұрын
That's a nice 2 zz xrs
@xaviercruz53284 жыл бұрын
How’s your mini Doing after treatment ?
@dilunian4 жыл бұрын
I haven't noticed any negative effects... a little more pep, I will now make it apart of my yearly maintenance
@randvick4 жыл бұрын
is there enough length on the connector harness to just pull old switch out and disconnect and put the new one in with out taking the inside panel off?
@dilunian4 жыл бұрын
I don't think so, not in mine
@catherineandjimleclaire90342 жыл бұрын
If you were lucky enough that the factor gave you some extra slack then yes. My Equinox would have just been short.
@dnlmachine42875 жыл бұрын
I love the vampire music! Thanks for posting this DIY vid :) Stay gold.
@adrianperezsr.66835 жыл бұрын
did you feel any difference ?
@dilunian5 жыл бұрын
perez senior yes I did... little more pep for sure
@adrianperezsr.66835 жыл бұрын
dilunian Thanks for your time brother, after all my research I will do seafoam regularly thank you and be safe thanks
@adrianperezsr.66835 жыл бұрын
dilunian Thanks for your time brother, after all my research I will do seafoam regularly thank you and be safe thanks for your time brother
@danielleprather73275 жыл бұрын
🤔 I think im gonna try this I have the same truck and my tailgate won’t open either
@vincentlabrecque76205 жыл бұрын
So when you connect and complete the circuit and the switch engaged that mean switch is bad?
@dilunian5 жыл бұрын
Yes. If you complete the circuit and it then works then the switch was the problem. The wire is basically a jumper wire, similar to of the switch was attached and closed
@Trendyrapslut5 жыл бұрын
Doing this right now to the same exact car with over 204k miles and surprisingly it's not even close
@precool2 жыл бұрын
In a good way or bad way? ⬆️⬇️
@slohmann15726 жыл бұрын
Thank you! My 2008 Chevy Equinox (it's basically the same car) had the same problem. This video was of great help
@skipwilliam56396 жыл бұрын
Great video but guys dont care to hear music
@mrsully216 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. $15 part on amazon.
@samkodmani21283 жыл бұрын
Hi can you please tell me what the part name and what part number on amazon. thanks
@mrsully213 жыл бұрын
@@samkodmani2128 no problem www.amazon.com/ACDelco-D1482E-Original-Equipment-Release/dp/B000EQTZU6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1NT26OIX305N1&dchild=1&keywords=2008+chevy+equinox+liftgate+switch&qid=1601533337&replacementKeywords=liftgate+switch&sprefix=2008+chevy+equinox+lift%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-3&vehicle=2008-47-2487------------&vehicleName=2008+Chevrolet+Equinox
@samkodmani21283 жыл бұрын
@@mrsully21 thank you so much I found the part I want it it's exactly what you send it to me that you for trying to help me
@abdoolsaleem34506 жыл бұрын
Next time use more lightning
@TunafishSmoothie6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, it's quite helpful. I would add that you should be careful handling the bulb with bare fingers. It's more important with halogen headlight bubs, but it's good practice in all cases. Again, thank you!
@aliasgirl96 жыл бұрын
Please choose no background music. Good info but super duper hard to focus on you talking with that distracting music.
@bradlewkowicz72946 жыл бұрын
Why does anyone include MUSIC?????????? This isn't a movie no awards will be given.
@tonyvarriano32136 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video. The tailgate on my 2005 Equinox will not open and now I know how to test the actuator and the switch. I will have to drill an access hole myself as my lift gate does not have one. Thank you for posting.
@JustMe-ld2cu6 жыл бұрын
Did you really need to take the fan out?
@dilunian6 жыл бұрын
Just Me.. i think you do, certainly gives you room to move
@jamesderf7 жыл бұрын
great video but I took the switch out and tested it without having to take the panel off, the screws were very rusty and hard to get out but there is plenty of slack on the cable to pull it out with the switch.
@paisleymorton9477 жыл бұрын
We are having trouble unscrewing the crews to get to the lift gate switch
@paisleymorton9477 жыл бұрын
Screws*
@paisleymorton9477 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me what screws those are you are unscrewing to get to the switch?
@dilunian7 жыл бұрын
There are two star screws( Phillips ) that you access from the outside by the licence plate. Mine were rusty and almost stripped. Push and turn slowly so that you don't strip them.
@paisleymorton9477 жыл бұрын
dilunian ok thank you
@slayyou6 жыл бұрын
lol mine look square, clearly stripped, how can i remove them?
@chrisb88706 жыл бұрын
I have sprayed with penetrating lubricant and tapped with screwdriver and hammer but they still won't budge.! Those damn screws!
@chrisb88706 жыл бұрын
I didnt know how to test but luckily I bought the switch (cheaper then actuator or other things) and just popped onto wiring connector loose and pressed button to see if I get sound and sure enough the hatch pops open. Now I just have to actually get old switch out to put new one in.
@anthonybrand72407 жыл бұрын
Thanks that helped me alot
@dilunian7 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@gallaecia147 жыл бұрын
I want to know how the hell you got the connector to the fan to come off. "push-pull"? I'm stuck.
@dilunian7 жыл бұрын
David Freitas you pull to disconnect, I believe there is a small tab on the part attached to the fan. You can't really see but just feel around, grab both sides with two hands and it should come apart
@gallaecia147 жыл бұрын
dilunian thanks for the quick reply. I had to force it off with a flat head screwdriver, after what seemed to be an eternity of squeezing and pulling. either way, your video helped a lot and I thank you. my girlfriends 03 matrix is up and running again.