Instructions for Yakima Cargo Box Lock Handle Y8880348

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Waiting to receive the Yakima lock handles replacements but can’t find instruction would be great to have them in advance. Here my questions: 1 one of the sides is open but the key is broken inside the lock. To replace the mechanism, shall I unscrew when it’s no open or lock position? And the new handle, will be installed in the lock or open position? 2 the other side doesn’t open not I have a key.. can I just remove the handle/lock from the inside and install a new one? Thanks

asked by: Filipe

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Hey Filipe, so I attached the install instructions for the part # Y8880348 for you to check out. If you can unbolt/unscrew the broken lock core that would be what you'd need to do if you can't get the key out. You might have to have the key extracted though. The lock installs in the unlocked position.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Instructions for Yakima Lock Handle
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Jameson C.

2/3/2026

Hey Filipe, how did things go with replacing the lock handles on your Yakima SkyBox? Were the instructions clear once you received them? Your feedback could really help others dealing with a broken key or stuck lock.

Answer 1

It is very difficult to diagnose what the issue may be without knowing a model number and seeing photos but it sounds like the latch on the locking mechanism on your RocketBox may have somehow been damaged. I would need to know the model number in…

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Answer 2

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 3

The Yakima Skybox 21 part #Y07337 made from 2014 to present has a much more aerodynamic shaped lid than the Yakima Skybox 21 part Y07184 made from 2009 to 2014 had. I have attached a photo of each so you can see the difference. If you have the 09-14…

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Answer 4

It sounds like your Skybox has already been tampered with as this is not normal at all. I recommend you replace the entire assembly using the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies for Yakima SkyBox Rooftop Cargo Boxes - Qty 2 #Y8880348. These…

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Answer 5

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 6

Hello Sue. We do have the Replacement Locking Handles #Y8880348 but unfortunately we do not carry a replacement for the inside part of the lock mechanism. It may be worth contacting Yakima directly to see if they can provide something, or perhaps…

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Answer 7

Yes, the Replacement SuperLatch Handle Assemblies part #Y8880348 will be a direct replacement for your Yakima SkyBox 16s Rooftop Cargo Box 8007178. It is the exact same assembly that you have attached a photo of. I have attached a list of other…

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Answer 8

Yes, the same instructions for removing the Replacement SuperLatch Handles for Yakima SkyBox Cargo Boxes Item #Y8880348 will work. If you can already remove the lock I recommend doing that if not you will just need to get the broken key out to remove…

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Answer 9

To open your Yakima SkyBox with the handles not engaging you'll have to drill them out, unfortunately, and that does mean you need to replace the latches. The correct part is the following: - Replacement SuperLatch Handles for Yakima SkyBox Cargo…

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Answer 10

I wish there was a trick to opening the Yakima SkyBox 21 Rooftop Cargo Box #Y07337 with the handles broken off, but there is nothing that is feasible; you can try using a Channel Lock but it doesn't seem likely you can do it without damaging the…

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Answer 11

For a replacement handle for your Skybox 16 part #Y07336 you would want the part #Y8880348. This comes with two handles so that you can replace both and have matching lock cores. You would have no problem installing the handle yourself. I attached a…

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Answer 12

Does the latch look like part #Y8880348? This the confirmed replacement latch for the Yakima Skyboxes but without knowing which one you have for sure it's hard to say with 100 percent certainty.

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