Replacement Latch for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Box That Won't Open

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Just returned with my borrowed neighbor’s skybox carrier full of my daughters college room stuff - serial #07156-07050. When turning the key the latch didn’t pop up. However, somehow we were able to pop out the latch. s But... as we turned the latch it didn’t release the top. The latch on the other side was broken already-so it was the only side to open . So we put the box on it’s side to remove anything that might be blocking any mechanism, and we were able to pop the too... with a little -not much-pressure. What needs to be replaced ? The box is over 6 years old... could there be something wrong with the long silver bars on either side of the lock mechanism too? Thanks.

asked by: Linda

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Based on what you are describing it sounds like both of the latches need to be replaced. The correct replacement part is the Replacement SuperLatch Handles for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Boxes - Qty 2 # Y8880348. I would try replacing the latches and go from there, especially since the latch on the other side was already broken.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

The correct replacement handles for a Yakima SkyBox made from 2009 on is the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies for Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Cargo Boxes #Y8880348. These come in a quantity of two with lock cores and keys, so you have the right…

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Answer 2

To replace the latch on the Yakima SkyBox 18 Rooftop Cargo Box item #Y07336 you will want the Replacement SuperLatch Handles for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Boxes item #Y8880348. This comes with two latches so that you can replace both and have matching lock…

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Answer 3

It's hard to see in the picture if the lock assembly is damaged, but if the housing is okay you could install a new core with the part #Y07202. Seeing the core drilled out like that does warrant some questions though...like was the box stolen?…

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Answer 4

Yes, Yakima cargo boxes like the SkyBox #Y07337 fit the Thule ladder rack #TH500XT. The hardware can accommodate a bar that is 3-1/2 inches wide which is what the Xsporter bars on the ladder rack are.

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Answer 5

I attached a picture that shows instructions for replacing the handle of your Skybox 16 part #Y07336 with the part #Y8880348 that you referenced. This handle hasn't changed since 2014. Depending on which Skybox you have and what year it was…

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Answer 6

If you have a newer Yakima SkyBox NX 16 like part #Y95AV then you should be able to just open the box from the other side. That said, there really isn't a good way to go about opening this without the latch installed. If you like you can try to…

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Answer 7

There were 3 different Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 cargo boxes and all of them use Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies #Y8880348 so they will work for you! They also come with matching keys.

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Answer 8

So that they don't have to translate their instructions into several languages Yakima makes all of their install instructions diagrams as the visual is a "universal" language. Let's see if I can help though. I attached the picture…

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Answer 9

You would first have to remove the broken key from the lock and use the control key that came with the box to remove the lock core. You can then get the 4-digit number from the side of the lock core and order new keys. If the key is stuck try…

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Answer 10

The easiest thing to do from here is to simply order a Yakima Same Key System replacement kit, part #Y07202. This will give you a control key to remove the lock that is currently in the system (as long as it is in the unlocked position) and then…

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Answer 11

If the lock is in the unlocked position you will first need to use a Yakima Change Key part #Y8007835 to remove the core by inserting it into the unlocked core and pulling the core out. Then you can replace the core with a Replacement SKS Lock Core…

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Answer 12

Thank you for all of the info and pictures! I forwarded them on to my contact at Yakima and it looks like you have the old SkyBox Pro 16 Silver 8007179. Even though this box has been discontinued we do have quite a few replacement parts for it: Cam…

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