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Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock - Power - Black

Part Number: PAL8521
$123.00
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Don't let thieves steal your cargo or tailgate. This powered tailgate lock wires into the existing power door locks, so when you lock your truck, you lock your tailgate. Installs inside vehicle's OEM handle to provide security for valuables. Great Prices for the best tailgate locks from Pop and Lock. Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock - Power - Black part number PAL8521 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Pop and Lock Tailgate Locks - PAL8521

  • Black
  • Power Lock
  • Keyed Alike
  • Lock Only
  • Pop and Lock
  • Vehicle Specific

Don't let thieves steal your cargo or tailgate. This powered tailgate lock wires into the existing power door locks, so when you lock your truck, you lock your tailgate. Installs inside vehicle's OEM handle to provide security for valuables.


Features:

  • Power tailgate lock discourages theft of your cargo and your tailgate
    • Creates secure storage for your valuables when used with a tonneau cover or camper shell
  • Works with your factory power lock system, so it locks and unlocks using remote keyless entry
    • No extra keys to weigh down your keychain
  • Made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel
  • Customized to fit your vehicle and integrate into your OEM tailgate handle
    • Mounts inside existing factory handle mechanism, so it resists tampering
  • Installs easily
    • Wires into your power lock system using quick splice connectors
    • No drilling or welding necessary
    • Wiring, Quick splices and hardware included
  • Switch kit (PAL9520 - sold separately) is available for trucks without existing power locks
  • 1-Year warranty
  • Made in Canada


Frustrate tailgate thieves and cargo bandits with this power tailgate lock. Use the Pop & Lock with your truck-bed cover or camper shell whenever you need to lock up valuables in your truck bed.


This sturdy, stainless steel lock resists corrosion and is custom fit to your vehicle. The Pop & Lock mounts permanently inside your truck's tailgate handle, so thieving varmints can't pop it out. The lock is installed using basic tools - no welding or drilling is necessary. And the tailgate lock wires directly into your powered lock system using quick splice connectors. You activate the Pop & Lock using your keyless remote - lock your truck doors, and you lock your tailgate. No more fumbling for keys or going back to make sure you locked up. Just hit your door-lock button and your tailgate is secure.


A new tailgate can cost hundreds - this powered lock saves you the cost and aggravation of replacing a stolen tailgate.



PL8521 Pop and Lock Powered Truck Bed Lock

Replaces PL8520

Installation Details PAL8521 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles



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4.7

478 reviews
Don't let thieves steal your cargo or tailgate. This powered tailgate lock wires into the existing power door locks, so when you lock your truck, you lock your tailgate. Installs inside vehicle's OEM handle to provide security for valuables.

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  • Where to Access Vehicle Wiring in 2012 Toyota Tacoma to Install Custom Power Tailgate Lock PAL8521
    Pop & Lock does confirm that their Custom Power Tailgate Lock # PAL8521 is a fit on all versions of the 2012 Toyota Tacoma. I reviewed the detailed instructions that are available on their website and note that in your case you will access the lock wiring by removing the driver's kick panel, finding the harness going to the door and locating the Blue/red (+) and Blue/black (-)wires. Use the supplied quick-splice connectors to tap into the power lock system. We do not yet have a video...
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    The Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock part # PAL8521 comes with everything you will need to install on your 2012 Toyota Tacoma. The solenoid used to engage and disengage the locking mechanism is built into the device. The power demanded of the mechanism is very minimal as all it needs is a signal to tell the solenoid when to open and close therefore, an additional power wire is not needed and the signal wire splicing into the factory wiring harness is more than sufficient. I have attached...
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    I checked directly with Pop & Lock for tailgate power lock kits for your 2004 Toyota Tacoma and their kit # PAL8510 is a fit for your truck. This power lock works with your factory power lock system, so it locks and unlocks using remote keyless entry. Wiring, connectors and hardware are included for this no-drill-installation item.
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    You have found the correct wires to use for the installation of the Pop and Lock tailgate lock part # PAL8521. What is most likely happening is that the connection to one of the wires isn't making full contact and that is why the unlock feature doesn't want to work.
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  • How To Convert 2015 Toyota Tacoma with Backup Camera to Power Locking Tailgate
    The Pop and Lock Custom Tailgate Lock, Power # PAL8521 will work with your 2015 Toyota Tacoma with the backup camera. This kit includes only the internal components needed to convert your tailgate into a power-only locking tailgate. You will not need to swap out the tailgate handle with this kit. I have linked an installation video of this kit on a 2012 Tacoma that is like yours - it has a non-locking tailgate handle and a backup camera. Check out the video to see what installation will...
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  • Troubleshooting A Non-Working Pop & Lock Tailgate Lock On A 2014 Toyota Tacoma
    The wires are only going to have power while hitting the button to send the signal to lock or unlock the tailgate. I recommend checking the wires with a tester like the LCD Digital Circuit Tester # PTW2992 to ensure you spliced into the correct wires. Next I recommend checking the connection points to ensure there isn't a loose connection. The Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock # PAL8521 wires should only have power running to them when the lock or unlock button is pressed so if you aren't...
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    The 2013 Toyota Tacoma can be equipped with a power tailgate lock, a manual lock or no lock, depending on the trim package ordered. Your Toyota dealership where you are purchasing the vehicle can advise what type of tailgate lock equipment is supplied on your specific Tacoma. The Pop and Lock # PAL8521 Custom Power Tailgate Lock will work with a factory power lock system on all Tacoma trucks for model years 2005 through 2013. It installs with basic hand tools using the included wiring...
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  • Locating the Lock and Unlock Wires on a 2013 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab
    According to Pop and Lock, the power lock and unlock wires for your 2013 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab should be located in the same area as the Double Cab models. You will want to look for a blue/black wire (lock) and a blue/red wire (unlock) behind the driver side kick panel. You will see many wires behind the kick panel, so locating these wires can be tricky. I strongly recommend using a circuit tester like # PTW2993, to test the wires before you cut or splice into the wires. The circuit...
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  • Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock Is Clicking But Not Working On A 2015 Toyota Tacoma
    It sounds to me like the the metal rod may have come unattached. There are two metal rods that connect to the bronze locking plate installed on the inside of the taillight to the back of the latch handle. One is responsible for locking the tailgate whereas the other is responsible for unlocking the tailgate. The end of the metal rod that attaches to the base plate is secured by a plastic prong. One is black and the other is red. You will want to make sure the rod is secured into the connector...
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  • Would the Pop and Lock Tail Gate Lock Part #PAL8521 fit a 2014 Toyota Tacoma
    Yes, the Pop and Lock Custom Tailgate Lock # PAL8521 is confirmed to fit your 2014 Toyota Tacoma. I attached an install video for you to check out also.
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  • Where are the Wires Located to Power the Pop and Lock Tailgate Lock on a 2011 Toyota Tacoma
    I spoke with my contact at Pop and Lock and was told that you should locate the wiring harness that goes into the drivers side door and attach one wire to the blue wire with red stripe wire and the other wire to the blue with black stripe wire, on your 2011 Toyota Tacoma 2 door model. There should only be one harness exiting the kick panel area and continuing on into the drivers side door.
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    The Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock # PAL8521 that you referenced will work well to lock the tailgate of your 2007 Toyota Tacoma, since the lock is operated by the key fob, not by a physical key. We installed this tailgate lock on a similar Tacoma that did not have any kind of tailgate lock. I have attached that installation video for you. For a tonneau cover, I recommend the BAKFlip Fiber Max Hard Tonneau Cover, Folding, Aluminum and Fiberglass # BAK126406. This tonneau cover is a custom...
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  • Troubleshooting Installation Issues With A Pop & Lock Tailgate Lock On A 2005 Toyota Tacoma
    I spoke with Pop & Lock and their tech stated that you should have a blue/red wire, which is your locking wire and a blue/black wire which is your unlock wire. He said that it sounds like your not getting a ground and that those wire will be the same thickness as the blue and green wires of the Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock # PAL8521. I understand that this completely contradicts the installation instructions for your 2005 Toyota Tacoma but it does fit the 2010+ instructions so there's...
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