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Don't let thieves steal your cargo or tailgate. Add security for your valuables with this ABS plastic tailgate handle that has a keyed, steel tailgate lock. Perfect for use with tonneau covers and camper shells. Replaces your OEM handle.
Features:
Replace your existing factory tailgate handle with this ABS black plastic tailgate handle that has a built-in lock. Use the Pop & Lock with your truck-bed cover or camper shell whenever you need to lock up valuables in your truck bed.
The Pop & Lock locking mechanism is made of sturdy, armored steel to resist tampering. The lock is raised slightly for convenient key access and to help prevent pinching. And the handle installs easily using basic tools - no welding or drilling is necessary. The custom design gives you a straight-from-the-factory look, and the Gloss Black color complements any other black trim on your truck.
A new tailgate can cost you hundreds - the Pop & Lock saves you the cost and aggravation of replacing a stolen tailgate.
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Hello everybody, this is Jeff at etrailer.com. Today we're gonna take a look at this Pop and Lock custom manual locking tailgate handle in the gloss black color. Now this is a custom fit part. It is designed to fit to 2005 to 2015 Toyota Tacoma trucks. And on a custom fit part like this, I do like to recommend for you to go to our website, use the fit guide, put in your year and model vehicle. That'll show if this will work for your application.
Now this is a keyed locking tailgate handle, which will discourage theft of your cargo and your tailgate. It does include the whole complete replacement handle with a lock mechanism, the two keys, and all the necessary hardware for installation. This creates a secure storage for your valuables when used with a tonneau cover or truck bed cap. It is made of a tough armored steel, the lock is, it's resist-tampering, and as we mentioned, it is customized for your vehicle. The ABS plastic locking handle right here replaces your OEM tailgate handle.
And this will work on trucks with or without a backup camera. You can see there's a little cutout here if you need to knock this out if you do have a backup camera. If you don't, you just use it like this Has a nice gloss black color, which will compliment any other black trim on your truck. And if you notice the lock itself, it is a raised lock for quick key access. It is a very simple insulation.
There's no drilling or welding necessary. And as we mentioned, it does include the two keys, the handle with the lock mess mechanism. This part is made in the USA. But that should do it for a look at the Pop and Lock custom, manual locking tailgate handle in the gloss black color.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
92% were satisfied with this product
8% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Easy to install and the best I can code the lock to the truck key that was one of the main reasons I bought it from etrailer, and the pop and lock defender secures my gate and it doesn’t interfere with the gate, the videos are very helpful and easy to follow ; I recommend to buy it from here you won’t be disappointed.
Worked perfect
My tail gate lock has worked perfectly over the past year. I can now store tools and parts with with reasonable expectation of security.
My only regret is not knowing that the tail gate lock was available with a backup camera.
Great replacement super easy to install
It was so easy to install. Thanks for the photos in the directions. It took 15 minutes, tops.
It appears to be made of good quality materials installed easy works well. I guess the only downfall of it is that I wish that the ignition key to the actual truck would also work to unlock the tailgate. I don't want to have to have two keys, but that's OK. It still works as advertised.
Installing my Pop & Lock tailgate handle was easy and quick, especially with the help of the instructional videos on the etrailer.com website. I can now lock my tailgate without fear that it will be stolen. I'm definitely a happy camper. My only regret is that I should have installed a backup camera at the same time. That'll be my next project.
Excellent product! I just installed it today in about 30 minutes. I am just your average DIYer and this installation was as easy as it appeared in the install video, with no surprises whatsoever. It looks like a factory installed product, works great, and gives me the piece of mind I was looking for. I installed the Pop N Lock on a 2015 Toyota Tacoma with a back up camera. I highly recommend this product for anyone looking to lock their tailgate. Thanks to the manufacturer for providing a solution to an issue for which Toyota has not.
Product quality appears excellent. Installation was a breeze. “How to” vid from mfr was very helpful. I sprayed WD40 on the plastic clips to make removal and reinstallation of the rods a bit easier. Don’t use tools to remove clips from rod, they may break and snap off. Use fingers and combo of force and finesse!
Quick and easy install, the installation video really helped.
Rear tailgate Pop & Lock with code able lock was easy to install and operates as designed.
Installed the latch in less than 10 minutes. It looks great on my 2015 Tacoma. Very happy with my purchase. The best feature is that I can use my truck key and not carry around one extra key just for the lock.
Everything works great, giving me a locking bed for my truck. The only thing preventing me from giving a five start rating is the feel of the lock when keyed to lock. My key must be turned al the way to the stop before the lock locks. I am worried that it will fail to lock in the future.
Super easy 15min I was done and on my way. So happy I made the purchase. Now when I travel I can feel a bit more secure. Purchasing was effortless and Shipping was super fast. I will definitely buy more parts from etrailer.
Easy to install, matches the original - I would have bought a more rugged metal replacement latch if I had known you had one available.
The locking handle has performed very well over the last year. It still looks great but I keep my truck in a garage a lot of the time. It was easy to install and has increased the utility of my truck bed and tonneau cover because it locks now.
Easy install took 45 minutes outside in 32° weather.
Good instructions.
Good quality too, looks like OEM.
Lock works great!
Secures my tonneau covered
2014 Tacoma Base Reg Cab 2WD
So far, so good. It has only been installed for a short period of time, but the fact that it can use my ignition key, and allows for the backup camera really makes this feel almost like OEM.
Does not really work for the 2014 Toyota Tacoma with backup Cam. I decided not to return it so I just decided to do some adjustment and improvisation.I cannot just move the Cam from right to left due to the plastic bracket that holds the Cam is different from the original Toyota pop handle. Had to carefully drill four tiny new holes in the sides of the bracket and cam to hold them together before mounting the cam on the left side of the PAL5300. Had a hard time mounting the back up Cam on the PAL5300 but still managed to install it and make it work. It could have been so easy and perfect if they made the cam bracket on the PL5300 fit exactly for the Toyota back up Cam.
My original Pop & Lock faded a bit after 4 years, so I replaced it with a brand new one. I had added a bed cover and needed to secure the tailgate.
The original worked without issue for 4 years.
I found that reviewing videos of the installation process helped. The installation was easy and the product met my expectations of quality construct and fit.
This replacement tailgate handle is fantastic. Exact fit and very easy installation and it works great. It’s awesome that it can be keyed to your vehicle key.
Received the tailgate latch last night for my 2015 Toyota Tacoma. Was exactly what I ordered. Installed it this morning and went in very easy, no problems at all. Thank you so much.
Really easy install by following step-by-step video, took about 20 minutes. Keying the lock to match my ignition key was simple,and so far it's working great. I read a few reviews that said the tailgate has to be in locked position in order to remove key, I did not find that to be the case, my key comes out regardless of whether it's locked or unlocked. Great product, highly recommend.
2014 Tacoma. This was a piece of cake to install. The biggest problem was finding the proper torx wrench for the tailgate cover remove - fortunately they were not very tight. The factory backup camera re-installed into new handle just fine after removing knockout plug. The two metal arms installed easily. The re-keying to fit my ignition was painless. I'm impressed. Handle is not as sturdy feeling as original OEM handle but is adequate. Not only is the handle smaller (which is expected) but the plastic feels thinner to me. Overall I'm very happy with this lock so far.
Condition: Surface Scratches
Notes: There are scratches and scuff marks on the item. Otherwise, new and unused.
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