Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock - Power - Black

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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 PAL8600 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 - PAL8600

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
- Fits with backup camera in tailgate handle
Installs easily
- Wires into your power lock system using quick splice connectors
- No drilling or welding necessary - requires only basic tools
- Wiring, Quick splices and hardware included
Switch kit (PAL9520 - sold separately) is available for trucks without existing power locks
1-Year warranty
Made in the USA

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.

PL8600 Pop and Lock Powered Truck Bed Lock

Installation Details PAL8600 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

2006 - 2014 Honda Ridgeline with factory camera
2006 - 2013 Honda Ridgeline without factory camera
2017 - 2019 Honda Ridgeline without factory locking tailgate handle

Customer Satisfaction Score:

97% were satisfied with this product

3% of customers were not satisfied

Product did not meet expectations

3% of customers were not satisfied

Product did not meet expectations

4.7

482 reviews

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by: Mike 07/28/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline

Pop-lock installed perfectly on my 2019 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition. I routed wire up through left side rear door seal area and then to door piller wiring bundle, instead of through fire wall to fuse box. Took extra care and time in routing and tying wire under vehicle. Used nylon ties provided plus 10 or so more. Rented a lift for 1 hour for ease of wire routing. When hooking up wires in door piller, Install purple wire to small red wire, and green wire to the smaller yellow wire. It was a very easy, and smooth transaction from etrailer. Product was as described in web site, and received lock within 3 or 4 days. Great product. Great seller!

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by: Dennis 12/15/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline

The Pop and Lock unit I installed on my 2019 Honda Ridgeline quickly solved all of my security and safety concerns. Due to the extreme weather in December in the Northwest I had Rainier RV install the unit for me. It took less than an hour and was a breeze. Everything needed for installation was provided and the result is outstanding. From delivery on time , product as described and promised to ease of installation, I couldn’t be more pleased.

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by: Sjones 01/08/2019

2019 Honda Ridgeline

I feel like my Ridgeline is now secure. Great add on for the Ridgeline onece you install a Toneau cover. Works great. The only difficulty with installation is taking the time to install and properly run the wiring to fuse panel.

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by: Hockey9 09/06/2025 One Year Later

I installed this late spring and it worked great during the summer however when it started getting cold, it would fail, sometimes staying open. It is not an easy install to remove the panels, so i waited it out.. Since I live in the northern climate, I was not using my truck bed to secure items on road trips.. Once it warmed ups this spring, it resumed correct operation. The install video was thorough but the product is iffy if you experience temperatures 50 degree F or below. I find that surprising since the manufacturer is based in Green Bay, Wi. I do like the product since I want to secure items in my truck bed and I cannot find any alternatives other than a manual lock kit that they also sell. hopefully they have redesigned since I will have to purchase another kit to fix this..

by: Justin 08/08/2024

As advertised. I had it professionally installed, however. And they mentioned that there were several things they did differently from the instructional video(I sent them) because they had better ways to do it. This, I also highly recommend, though it's not a hugely complicated job, professionals just do it better...

Justin One Year Later

8/9/2025

Unfortunately, its ready to break when someone tries to open tailgate when its locked. Have had to disassemble tailgate and rebuild because it broke without being forcefully pulled when it was locked.

by: James J 04/13/2020 One Year Later

2017 Honda Ridgeline

I have a 2017 Honda Ridgeline on which I installed a sturdy truck bed cover. Unfortunately the Ridgeline did not have any locking mechanism for the tailgate. I was moving out of state and wanted to secure items I would leave in the bed: I then found the "Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock." The price was right and an on line video was available to help with installation. My on line order arrived quickly. The written instructions were clear and the parts fit perfectly. The hardest part of the installation was guiding and securing the electrical wire under the truck from the tailgate up through the engine compartment back to the fuse box under the dash board (I am almost 70 so it probably took longer than if a younger person did the work!). Result: The unit works perfectly with the key fob in conjunction with the door locks on the truck. I can lock/unlock the tailgate from inside the cabin using the door lock button or remotely lock/unlock the tailgate using the key fob. Gives great peace of mind knowing the tailgate is securely locked and items in the bed are safe. Excellent product!

James J. One Year Later

4/16/2021

Still working great...no problems.

by: Craig 02/27/2019

Once all the issues were resolved the product works as expected. Had to modify one of the metal arms (bend) to get the swing door part of the tailgate to unlock. On a positive note, customer service at Pop and Lock was fantastic. Also, there is a better way to connect to the door locks than shown in the video - I connected mine to the driver side rear door using the connection behind the driver seat belt panel. Remove the rear door jam panel along the floor, then remove the front door jam panel along the floor, then the seat belt panel pops off easily. Under the vehicle near the front of the rear door, remove the rubber plug, on the inside of the rear door is a rubber plug exposed where the panel was removed. Route the wire from under the car through these openings and follow the wiring harness into the frame between the front and the rear doors. Pressing the tab release the connector from the door wiring. remove the clip holding the wiring into the door. This will make connecting the wires easier. Tap into the small red wire and yellow wires - green to red - purple to yellow. You can Google the installation to see a video.

Craig One Year Later

2/28/2020

Still working great - love the convenience and security

by: Timothy 07/22/2019

2019 Honda Ridgeline

Overall I found this product to be as advertised. The biggest challenge was routing the wiring under the vehicle due to the low ground clearance. I recommend finding a hoist to use, although I was able to raise the left side and support it with 2 jackstands. The length of the wires was problematic for me using the suggested routing and I had to find an alternate point to get it into the correct location to make the connection. It remains to be seen how long-lasting the solenoid will be. If it fails in the locked position with the tailgate closed it will require destruction of the tailgate liner to get it disengaged. This could be even more traumatic if the bed is covered by a tonneau. I would seriously recommend considering the model that also has a key, even though you have to replace the factory handle with one that doesn't match the factory paint.

Timothy S. One Year Later

7/23/2020

Ive not encountered any functional or quality issues whatsoever with the product. I did, however, purchase the additional piece to add a key operated capability to the tailgate lock. I did this primarily for my own peace of mind. My previous recommendation to get the version that has this therefore stands. I have been very satisfied with the product.

by: John S. 08/12/2019

2019 Honda Ridgeline

This was the easiest install I've done in a long time. Especially the tailgate lock itself. I would caution to not attempt to pry the tailgate trim off, use a soft face hammer and gently drive the trim towards the passenger side until it is free and then remove the plastic clips from the tailgate and put them back into the trim piece then set that aside for later reinstall-just match the clips with the mounting holes and tap back on. The most irritating part was trying to splice the wires together under the dash! Do use crimp on connectors and nothing else for this since the wiring in new vehicles is 22 - 24ga (or smaller) and the factory does not leave excessive slack to make it convienient. This went together quickly enough that I didn't even think of taking a few pictures, so there aren't any. Project took just over an hour to complete.

John S. One Year Later

8/13/2020

This remote tailgate lock has worked absolutely flawlessly for over a year. Price is definitely fair compared to Hondas optional add on plus installation fee

by: Steve 06/16/2019

Product installed with only three minor problems. First, the slide bold binds against the latch rod and the latch rod had to be bent slightly to allow free movement. (This could be due to minor differences between model years or even manufacturing variability.) Second, when installing the wiring in the driver-side support column, there are two grommets under the trim for the rear door that provide access to the column. Finally, third, it would be helpful to point out that there are TWO yellow wires in the wiring harness (in the support column) and using the small one should be emphasized.

That said, once installed the unit worked perfectly. Its a good product and I would recommend it without reservation. Indeed, one has to wonder why Honda hadn't already thought of it.

Steve One Year Later

6/17/2020

Working fine after one year. Only possible problem is accessing the bed when the battery is dead. I have ordered the key lock add-on but its too bad that Pop-N-Lock doesnt offer a combination unit for lower total cost. Yes, I am still completely satisfied with the device.

by: Bill M 01/05/2020 One Year Later

overall it works great not too hard to install. the only issue is me. my Honda has auto locking doors with a two-way tail gate and i found that if the doors are locked and you pull the release handle the cable will pop off the latch/lock assembly. I got tired of taking the tail gate apart and reinstalling the cable so I unplugged the lock

Bill M. One Year Later

2/21/2021

Not so good. The cables pop off if I forget to unlock it and pull on the handle. I have disconnected it and installed a Honda tumbler lock on the tailgate. You can not have both. The brackets interfere with each other

Sierra K.

2/26/2021

After some research it is determined that this is a known Ridgeline issue and doesn't have anything to do with the lock. A simple permanent fix for this problem is to wrap a cable tie around the swing out cable by the ball end. Or you could ask your vehicle dealer if this piece is recalled, and they will fix it for you.

by: Emiliano 07/05/2018

2018 Honda Ridgeline

4 stars because it’s been installed couple of days however it’s working as advertised. The mechanical aspect is straight forward and has good fit but added hard foam to support actuator. I didn’t like gap between skin and actuator body. The electrical aspect is different and one has to have more than common sense to route wires into cab through fender. Several items need partial removal to have good access. Video doesn’t show all it entails to properly install this device. One has to check ‘lock’ wire with door closed otherwise no signal from tester. It’s in the lofic of car system. I used wire blocks (Wago) instead crimping. Space is ‘very’ limited. Be patient and smart. Looking fwd to find reliability of this product.

Emiliano One Year Later

7/5/2019

All is working as advertised. I’m glad I purchased this product. I did a bit more by rust treating the area and weather proof connections. I recommend 100.

by: Ron 11/26/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline

The product was successfully installed relying on the very helpful installation video obtained from the website. I regard this video as being essential to successful installation.

The device performs as advertised.

The video shows the use of 'vampire tap' connectors to make the T-splice into the existing wiring of the truck. No such connectors came in the kit I received. Opening the wires, stripping the installation and using alternate connectors to make the connections was the most difficult and tedious part of installation.

Ron D. One Year Later

11/26/2019

Still works great and exactly as advertised

by: David-2019 Ridgeline 08/11/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline

After getting over the shock that Honda does not put locks in their Ridgelines I found this lock on etrailer and ordered mine. I did my own installation using their video as a guide. My only regret was not having to wire stripper used in the video. There is not much room to work with under the dash but I managed to finish with no problems. Everything works as promised. Definately a must for every Ridgeline.

David-2019 R. One Year Later

9/19/2019

One of the bolts holding the locking mechanism became loose and I had to install a lock washer and resolved the problem. Recently the lower door release seems to stick in the locked position when I unlock the doors. I may have to take the cover off to see what the issue is.

by: Rick 06/22/2019

2019 Honda Ridgeline

Electric tailgate lock for my 2019 Honda Ridgeline was exactly what the factory should have offered. Honda dropped the ball on offering this from the factory but etrailer.com took the ball and ran. Thank you for the great installation video it really made the job easier.

Rick One Year Later

6/23/2020

It has been one year since I installed the electric tailgate lock for my 2019 Honda Ridgeline and there have been no issues whatsoever. Great product and I would recommend this to anyone.

by: Tito Red 10/10/2018

2019 Honda Ridgeline

To all owners of 2nd generation Ridgeline.... Pop and Lock 8600 is a great product, well recommended to anyone that want to put lock in their tailgate, easy to install (took me less that 2 hours). With the Honda OEM bed cover I have now the peace of mind to leave my belongings at the back of my truck.

Thank you etrailer.com

Tito R. One Year Later

10/16/2019

So far the pop and lock that I have installed on my truck a year a got is working perfectly and no issue at all. Still five star rating for me and 100 recommended this product!!!

by: Jerry S. 01/16/2018

2018 Honda Ridgeline

Good follow up communication on status of deliver. Product fit up on 2018 Ridgeline was great. Video provided on line and the installation instructions provided via email from George at etrailer.com was excellent. Installation, while somewhat detailed, went well and the locking mechanism worked flawlessly with the keyless entry system. Great product that adds security!

Jerry S. One Year Later

1/18/2019

Thanks for the follow up George. I am pleased with the product and the support. The lock is working very well since the upgraded linkage was installed. I appreciate the new parts that were provided to correct the lock problem when it stopped working

by: Thomas 01/18/2020 One Year Later

So after a year, pop n lock working great. Certainly nice to know no one will mess with my contents. I also installed a hard lockable bed cover to complete that installation. Would highly recommend etrailer service and awesome how to video for the project.

Thomas D. One Year Later

1/19/2021

Still no issues after a year. Great product!

by: Tom T 03/17/2020 One Year Later

Thanks to a straight forward installation manual and video, the package went in very easily and has performed perfectly. The only variation I implemented was to connect it to the rear door harness instead of running it all the way to the front of the truck. This way it acts like another door on lock/unlock. Thanks for providing a great solution for a locking tailgate.

Tom T. One Year Later

3/18/2021

No problems at all. The only issue I have is that Honda seems to think it needs to be locked whenever I reach for the tailgate handle, especially when I have something in the other hand or its raining. I have been very pleased with your product. Thanks

by: Julie 08/20/2018

Love that my tailgate now locks! I can now put things in the bed and know that it is secure. Installation was fair the wiring part was a little harder, it looked a lot easier in the video.

Julie One Year Later

8/28/2019

GREAT!

by: Thaddeus 04/19/2019

2018 Honda Ridgeline

This product worked GREAT !!! I can’t wrap my mind around while Honda want offer this as standard equipment on all there Ridgelines. As for etrailer this was my first time using them, but I promise you, I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Everything arrived on time and as promised. They follow up before I had a chance to install the lock!!! GREAT COMPANY.

Thaddeus One Year Later

4/20/2020

OUTSTANDING!!!!!

by: Bryan 05/17/2024 One Year Later

The unit ties into the auto door lock for the passenger rear door. The control model was “overloaded or a surge” occurred that within the module and the rear door and tailgate lock are not working due to the circuit board line for the door burnt out. To replace the module cost $[XX] by dealer not because of it being hard to get to, it’s plug-n-play, but the key fob must be reprogrammed. All because the aftermarket unit overloaded the factory auto lock circuit of the rear passenger door.
Replacement doesn’t guarantee it won’t happen again an warranty is covered.

by: Brian 02/02/2019

Honda Ridgeline

I had my lock installed on Friday, it’s the best thing I ever bought for my ridgeline. Now I can install a cover for it now that I know no one can just open my tailgate. Thanks for everything I will tell everyone about your website and what great service I received. Thanks again Brian

Brian One Year Later

2/3/2020

Awesome best thing I bought for my ridge line

by: Johnk 04/06/2020 One Year Later

I’ve had mine installed now for a year. Works great. No issues with rattles either. Installation took all of an hour with the hardest part getting the wire up in to the cab. If you have a hard cover on the back you need this to help secure your stuff

Johnk One Year Later

4/7/2021

Solenoid failed right after this update. Manufacturer would not warranty. Ended up putting in after market solenoid for significantly less than OEM. Works great. Would reduce to 3.5 stars with failure

by: Colette 08/22/2022

The video is great and the product may be too, but I haven't been able to get it to work. I can't seem to find the right wire to connect it to. Perhaps your kit should include the wire test light used in the video.

David B.

9/15/2022

You can use this if you need Hook Probe Circuit Tester # PTW2993

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Does Pop and Lock Tailgate Lock for 2010 Honda Ridgeline Lock both Ways Tailgate Opens
Hey John, yes the Pop and Lock Tailgate Lock part # PAL8600 you referenced that fits your 2010 Honda Ridgeline does lock the tailgate in both ways that it opens. Folding down or opening to the side. Do you have a tonneau cover?
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What To Do Should Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock Fail on 2018 Honda Ridgeline
Though it is an unlikely scenario, you do bring up an interesting question. Should the powered Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock # PAL8600 on your 2018 Honda Ridgeline fail to operate for some reason and there is no manual key to open the tailgate you would need to have a locksmith open the tailgate and you would need to remove the lock.
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Using B Pillar on 2017 Honda Ridgeline Touring to Install Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock # PAL8600
There aren't any official installation instructions for routing the wiring from the Pop & Lock Custom Tailgate Lock # PAL8600 to the B pillar on your 2017 Honda Ridgeline Touring but the manufacturer did provide us with a couple images and general steps that can be used. You basically just need to route the wiring to the B pillar, which is located by the driver's side seatbelt in your Ridgeline. Once there find the small red and yellow wires (lock and unlock) that you will connect to...
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