How do you remove the Tailgate Latch and Tailgates on Honda Ridgeline?

To remove the tailgate trim panel, protect the bottom and sides, remove four screws, and use a rubber mallet. For the upper right latch, detach the lock rod, remove bolts, and the latch. For the right lower hinge/latch, remove the hinge bolts and hinge. For the tailgate, remove the trim panel, rear bumper, and energy absorbers, disconnect connectors, and unbolt the striker and hinge. Remove the remaining bolts, pull the handle, and lift the tailgate.

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Honda Ridgeline Tailgate Lock Cylinder
Part Number: 08Z07-T6Z-100D
- Other Name: Tailgate Lock
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2019 Honda Ridgeline | 4 Door Black, 4 Door RT (2WD), 4 Door RTL, 4 Door RTL (2WD), 4 Door RTL (AWD), 4 Door Sport (2WD), 4 Door Sport (AWD) | KA 6AT
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Honda Ridgeline Lock Assembly, Driver Side Tailgate (Upper)
Part Number: 74851-SJC-A01
- Other Name: Upper Latch; Lock
- Position: Upper Driver Side
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2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline | 4 Door RT, 4 Door RTL, 4 Door RTS, 4 Door RTX, 4 Door Sport | KA 5AT
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Honda Ridgeline Lock, Driver Side Tailgate
Part Number: 74851-T6Z-A02
- Other Name: Lock, Upper Latch
- Position: Driver Side
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2017-2019 Honda Ridgeline | 4 Door Black, 4 Door RT (2WD), 4 Door RT (AWD), 4 Door RTL, 4 Door RTL (2WD), 4 Door RTL (AWD), 4 Door RTS (2WD), 4 Door RTS (AWD), 4 Door Sport (2WD), 4 Door Sport (AWD) | KA 6AT
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Honda Ridgeline Lock Assembly, Passenger Side Tailgate (Upper)
Part Number: 74801-SJC-A01
- Other Name: Upper Latch; Lock
- Position: Upper Passenger Side
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2017-2021 Honda Ridgeline | 4 Door Black, 4 Door RT (2WD), 4 Door RT (AWD), 4 Door RTL, 4 Door RTL (2WD), 4 Door RTL (AWD), 4 Door RTS (2WD), 4 Door RTS (AWD), 4 Door Sport (2WD), 4 Door Sport (AWD) | KA 6AT, KA 9AT
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Honda Ridgeline Lock, Drvier Side Tailgate
Part Number: 74851-T6Z-A11
- Other Name: Lock, Upper Latch
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Honda Ridgeline Tailgate Latch Parts Questions & Answers

Lock Assembly, Passenger Side Tailgate (Upper)
74801-SJC-A01
Q: How do you remove the Tailgate Latch and Tailgates on Honda Ridgeline?
A: To remove the tailgate trim panel, protect the bottom and sides, remove four screws, and use a rubber mallet. For the upper right latch, detach the lock rod, remove bolts, and the latch. For the right lower hinge/latch, remove the hinge bolts and hinge. For the tailgate, remove the trim panel, rear Bumper, and energy absorbers, disconnect connectors, and unbolt the striker and hinge. Remove the remaining bolts, pull the handle, and lift the tailgate.