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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.
Features:
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.
Ratings & Reviews
Seems to be a good product. Insulation is average too easy to do.
So, 2010 Ford Sport trac 4 door Limited, purchased this kit part # PAL8250, live in Canada and shipping was a little long but expected.
Installation, was very simple and straight forward, instructions were simple and correct for my vehicle. The only picture I will submit is the lock assembly bolted to the lock arms. I had watched the video and like that video I had to use the farthest opening in the tailgate to slide into position. Running the wires from rear to front of vehicle was straight forward just made sure the wires are clear of any heat source or moving parts.
I came through the firewall In the rubber grommet for the hood latch, I used a rod 1/8 “ diameter slightly sharpened with a hole drilled in the end to attach wires and pull through opening. Once inside vehicle I removed drivers kick panel and found the right colored wires, stripped a small opening to expose wires hooked up a tester to ground and hit the unlock button on fob or door closed control, on my vehicle light blue withe green stripe showed power on unlock, grey wire with tan fired lock, I found there were 3 identical looking wires in that loom ( I went through all three to find the right one) not a problem but after looking closely the other wires were not tan stripe, just taped the ones I did not use back up to prevent shorting. I then took the right wires striped back a 1/4 “ WITHOUT CUTTING ANY STRANDS twisted wires to each one and tested worked great so I soldered together each connection retested then taped the loom back up and put back in place along floor pan replaced kick panel. Took my time on this one no hoist so the longest part was running wires and zip striping. As for using soldering, connectors are provided I just prefer not to use them.
Start to finish maybe 1 hour.
The lock part is well constructed appears to be stainless steel pre formed and fit perfectly, so perfect you have to make sure you have everything lined up before it fits tightly in place, then just bolts in to hold secure with one nut.
I would give this a full 5 star review and the piece of mind that the tailgate is locked when the truck is locked is the best part
This Pop & Lock system is awesome. No more worrying if I forgot to lock the tailgate or not when going somewhere. Simply lock or unlock using the keyfob, door locks, or personal combination entry system. Install took about an hour. All trucks need this.
I like this product but better info for wiring it at the door would help. There are 2 grey wires and 4 tan wires, letting people know that they need to choose the larger gauge grey and tan would help. Also when I was preforming the test run, the metal piece that slides kept popping out of the plunger hole. That piece needs to have something to hold it in place. I sent some pictures so you can see what I did to get it to work
Works great. Tailgate installation was a breeze. Running the wire to the front took time and effort. Would have been easier up on a lift. Finding the correct wires in the bundle of a a couple hundred wires under the driver side entry plate was challenging. Turned out that the instructions said find the tan with yellow stripe wire. Was closer to a medium brown with yellow stripe wire. I close the grey wire that was the same size as the brown/yellow and it worked. Did have to exchange the two wires in the tailgate to have it in sink with the truck doors.
1. Watch the video before installing!
2. My 2012 F150 Supercrew has the reverse camera and assist step in the tailgate. Installation of the lock assembly was simple and easy. I did use, and recommend a set of mechanical fingers to make wire harness routing through the tailgate much easier. I ran the the finger through the tailgate and out of the hole in the bottom of the gate. Also, if you have the camera harness like I did, routing is much easier if you remove the tailgate from the right hinge only, and move it away from the bed slightly to allow better access to the hole in the bed. I also routed the wire from underneath the bed and then through the tailgate due to the camera wire harness. I installed spiral wrap around the harness in the area of the tailgate to provide additional chaffing protection. I purchased the split sleeve to protect the wire harness routed from this area to the front of the cab.
3. Instead of drilling a hole in the rocker panel box, I found a hole with a rubber plug installed, at the rear of the passenger door rocker panel. I used a 1/4" gasket punch to cut out the center of the plug, routed the wire through the hole, and sealed it with black silicone. The wire went right into the wire tunnel. I routed the wire harness up to the driver door rocker area, and connected into the truck harness there. I did wire my gate lock to unlock with the passenger door, so the wire colors were Grey with a tan stripe for locking, and Purple with a grey stripe for unlock. I secured the harness in the rocker tunnel with nylon cable ties.
I have several friends who own F150's with locking tailgates, and they all indicated they would be looking into getting one for their trucks!
Installation went well, however I needed to shorten the travel arm by 1/8", as it was binding with the sissors mechanisim.
Color codes for power were spot on.
Install was relatively easy on 2020 Frontier. Tied into the wiring in the passenger side B pillar. Instructions are vague. Video for an install on a 2019 Frontier made all the difference. Tied blue to purple and green to light blue wires in the B pillar. Just like in the video. Worked perfectly. I think earlier models will be different. Can’t attest to longevity, just installed it yesterday.
i ordered this product to go along with my extang solid fold on my 05 ram 3500. the installation video was very informative! i watched it two or three times while waiting for this to be delivered, and by time it arrived i barely needed the instructions. the main wire that goes from back to front of the truck was barely long enough following the trucks oem harness. i also didnt use the battery tirminals for power, i think that looks cluttered. i used the positive battery post in the power distribution box, and a main ground on the frame right next to it. very clean looking. i feel much better leaving my golf clubs in back during the summer, and transporting hunting equipment and firearms legally through the fall and winter. thanks!
This is an excellent product, however when I opened the box it was plain to see there was no split loom covering over the supplied wiring harness. etrailer was very apologetic and was willing to send me the split loom or credit me the cost of the covering. ($6) Plus they were available to answer the phone on a Saturday!
The installation video posted on this site was very helpful. My particular vehicle is an access cab, so there were a few differences. No need to go beyond the driver side kick board covering to find the correct wires for connection. I also drilled my own hole and used a 1/2" grommet in the bottom of the tail gate for a cleaner install. One tip I would suggest is to find a block of wood equal to the gap between the tailgate and body of the truck for drilling this hole. I noticed on the video the technician did not do this. Very important if you want a clean hole in the metal.
Product works as advertised. Not going to lie, I was upset with the lack of split loom covering on the wiring harness. Overall I think etrailer.com is a great source for parts and information.
-Mark
I have a locking sliding bed cover and to know the tailgate is locked when I click the key fob makes me feel very secure that my belongings are locked safely in the bed of my truck. Installation was not too difficult, but that has nothing to do with the quality of the product. Once installed, it has worked flawlessly. Watch the videos and take your time.
Great experience. Parts came a day early and were the right ones.
Worked perfect
Have owned for other vehicles as well works perfect easy to install
it is the simplest kit I have ever installed and one year later it works like new
Not as happy with this product as I had hoped I would be. The tailgate handle sticks open a lot now with this product installed. I have to physically push the tailgate handle back in after opening the tailgate. This has actually caused issues, if i do not push the handle firmly closed my tailgate will actually open while driving down the road... very unsafe.
Great company to deal with. Excellent customer service! Highly recommended.
Received quickly! The product was seriously simple to install! Took no time at all! Solves the problem of having to go to multiple stores in one trip and being able to lock things up that you've already purchased from the previous store(s). Would definitely order again if the need ever arises! (Like the wife getting her own truck...) Thanks for providing such an awesome product! Will recommend to everyone!
High quality wire in protective casing. Plenty of wire to get to the front of the truck to tie into the factory wiring by the drivers feet. Unit installs very quickly and is very straight forward. It is nice to know that the bed is locked when the cab is locked. No more wondering if I remembered to lock the tailgate with the key.
I have not had a chance to install it yet due to sickness. I have looked at the product and it looks like a good item.
As soon as I can get it installed I will be glad to give further information. I do want to apologize for not getting it installed sooner after etrailer went to the extra trouble to get it to me as fast as they did. It is a very good company to buy from.
Thanks Art Bennett.
Installed this kit on my 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The kit contained everything I needed to complete the install.
There is one small probelm with my particular year and model truck. The instructions explain to use 1 of two possible wire sets. Neither one of the two options (wire colors) are present in the harness. I ended up taking the door card off and check for wire colors on the lock actuator. I, then, tapped into the wires in the main harness and all was good. I used the wire pair for the rear driver side door which means that the tail gate will only unlock when you push the unlock button twice. I did that on purpose but one could easily find the wires for the front door actuators. All in all a very easy install and I love it.
Steven
11/15/2019
Works like a charm. No issues whatsoever.
I have a 2012 Ram 1500 crew cab 4x4
Bought this for the security and convenience.
Install was pretty simple.
There's an online video but it's 4 years old and there is no longer a relay but the rest is true...just run the large harness wires inside the vehicle.
The base mounting plate that fits over the two bolts at the tailgate handle didn't line up...just spread the "feet" a lil til it lined up and installed the nuts.
I ran the wires through the same hole as my back up camera and through the same protector plate in the body of the truck to make it seamless.
Zip tie every 8 inches or so...I used a lot more zip ties than those provided...get a bag..they're cheap and you will use them!
I wrapped the long harness in the wire loom as I had some...I do recommend!
I ran the wire harness with the plug down from by my firewall towards the ground instead of trying to feed up from the bottom as I was by myself. I had an amp put in so I used the same hole as the power wire to the amp through the firewall. There is a "spongy" plug that will lead right behind the dash on my truck.
I pulled off the kick panel/step guard to expose the insulation hiding the wires. Two push pins to pop out...not as easy as you would think...but once I got them out the harness was attached to the side of the body. There's a "y" of wires the wires the directions said to use were tan/white and tan/green. I spliced the green wire from the pop & lock to the tan/white and blue to tan/green. when I hooked the harness together and tried it it worked perfectly but on the driver door lock so one push of the remote button unlocked the driver door and tailgate...no big deal to me but you may want to try the other wires to work off the passenger doors or two pushes of the remote?
Once I was sure everything worked right I started to map out running the wires...this is not as straight forward as it may seem. There are many "clips" holding in the brake lines and I securely but not so hard to move the lines attached the wire to them running along the frame as much as possible. the tricky part was where the long gas tank sits from about midway of the rear driver door to the rear wheel well. I tried going over the top of the gas tank...NO GOOD!
Went back to the brake lines and the frame and with a lot of cussing and many trys I was able to get the zip ties over and back to be able to secure in that very tight of spaces along the frame.
Save the long zip ties for the area around the rear wheel. There is a mounting plate for the lines and it rides up on the wheel arch so having a lil longer zip tie makes a big difference in being able to hold the wire in place and grab the tie and feed it so you can tighten it!
I had a little wire left from both pieces so I just doubled it against itself and zip tied it to the electrical harness wires to the brake lights and such making sure to leave the clip area open so if I ever need to disconnect I don't have to cut the zip tie
Exactly what I needed to get my 2011 ram 1500 5.7 tailgate to work with remote
Johnathan
4/3/2026
It still works perfectly, I have not had any problem with it whatsoever ??
Heather A.
4/3/2026
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Art B.
1/14/2015
well, its doing very well. It is still on the shelf where I put it a year ago when I got it. IM sorry to say I just have not been able to install it because of some medical problems. I can however saw that it is a very good product because I have had one on another truck before and loved it. Thanks for asking.