How to Install a Trunk Lid Latch on Dodge Ram 1500?

Put the tailgate latches (2) in place loose on the tailgate first to begin. After that, put the cable and bolt (4) into the latch, then tighten the latch (2) with bolt (1). Lock down the fasteners to a target of 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.), add the actuator rod (3) and put the clip (1) completely in place. The last step is to fit the tailgate cover.

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Dodge Ram 1500 Lock, Rear Lower Driver Side Part Number: 55275101
$87.90 MSRP: $183.00
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- Other Name: Latch - Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly, Rear Left Lower; Door Lock Actuator Motor; Door Lock Actuator; Door Lock; Latch; Latch Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly
- Position: Rear Lower Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport | 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Lock, Rear Lower Passenger Side Part Number: 55275100
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- Other Name: Latch - Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly, Rear Right Lower; Door Lock Actuator Motor; Door Lock Actuator; Door Lock; Latch; Latch Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly
- Position: Rear Lower Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport | 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Latch Assembly, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 55275485AB
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- Other Name: Latch - Tailgate; Tailgate Latch, Rear Left; Door Lock Actuator; Door Lock; Lock; Latch Tailgate
- Position: Rear Driver Side
- Replaces: 55076165AB, 55275485AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 | Base, LT, Laramie, SLT, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Lock, Rear Part Number: 55275952AD
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- Other Name: Latch - Tailgate; Tailgate Latch, Rear; Door Lock Actuator; Trunk Latch; Door Lock; Latch; Latch Tailgate
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 55275952AC, 55275952AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2010 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, SRT-10, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 10 Cyl 8.3 L GAS, 3.7L V6, 4.7L V8, 5.7L V8, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS, 8.3L V10
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Dodge Ram 1500 Latch Assembly, Rear Passenger Side Part Number: 55275484AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch - Tailgate; Tailgate Latch, Rear Right; Door Lock Actuator; Door Lock; Lock; Latch Tailgate
- Position: Rear Passenger Side
- Replaces: 55275484AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 | Base, LT, Laramie, SLT, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 3.9L V6, 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Lock, Rear Upper Passenger Side Part Number: 55275098AE
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch - Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly, Rear Right Upper; Door Lock Actuator Motor; Door Lock Actuator; Door Lock; Latch; Latch Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly
- Position: Rear Upper Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport | 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Ram 1500 Lock, Rear Upper Driver Side Part Number: 55275099AE
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch - Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly, Rear Left Upper; Door Lock Actuator Motor; Door Lock Actuator; Door Lock; Latch; Latch Cargo Door; Door Latch Assembly
- Position: Rear Upper Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 | Laramie, SLT, ST, Sport | 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS

Dodge Ram 1500 Trunk Lid Latch

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The Trunk Lid Latch of,Dodge Ram 1500 vehicles plays the critical purpose of containing the trunk lid so that it hold cargo securely and does not allow free access. For this mechanism one has to unlock the lock which looks like a seat belt and has been built from stainless steel in such a way that it can hardly be subjected to external forces like wind. In the course of its production, different styles of Trunk Lid Latch have been installed in Dodge Ram 1500 with the aim of improving on Security and Reliability. It plays a big role since, due to a faulty Trunk Lid Latch, the trunk can potentially open while driving and common items may be lost. It is therefore advisable to service the Trunk Lid Latch system more frequently or replace the wore out or faulty parts of the Trunk Lid Latch System in the Dodge Ram 1500 at an earlier time to enable the car maintain its efficiency and safety.

Dodge Ram 1500 Trunk Lid Latch Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to Install a Trunk Lid Latch on Dodge Ram 1500?
A:
Put the tailgate latches (2) in place loose on the tailgate first to begin. After that, put the cable and bolt (4) into the latch, then tighten the latch (2) with bolt (1). Lock down the fasteners to a target of 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.), add the actuator rod (3) and put the clip (1) completely in place. The last step is to fit the tailgate cover.