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AggressiveFun - 2014 Chevy Traverse Liftgate Repair - Acadia Enclave

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  • čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
  • The liftgate actuator on this 2014 Cheverolet Traverse LTZ had stopped working due to a broken liftgate actuator rod. We explore the mechanics and a little of the electric motor/actuator to determine what went wrong, why it is broken, what is needed to repair, and how to disassemble and reassemble the actuator linkage system.
    I referred to a story in the video that I didn't get to tell. In a nutshell - a roller suitcase had been loaded into the back of the Traverse in the airport parking lot. I was unfamiliar with the Traverse and didn't realize that the suitcase had kept the liftgate from closing and locking. The liftgate had reversed and opened fully. We were in a hurry and I drove quickly out of the parking spot not realizing that the suitcase had fallen out onto the ground. Luckily I looked into the rear view mirror just in time to see the suitcase laying in the middle of the street. We recovered it, all was well, and I learned that automated liftgates can do things when your not watching that are completely unexpected! I now wait until it makes the latched sound before I move on. We were lucky!
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Komentáře • 97

  • @lorenagonzales81
    @lorenagonzales81 Před rokem +5

    Exactly what I needed for my 2013 GMC Acadia. The liftgate had been broken for at least a year. Called the dealership and they wanted to charge over $700 to repair. I found your video last week, purchased the part for $53 and just replaced it myself. Thanks for posting!

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před rokem +1

      That's awesome! Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

    • @tonypennybaker7919
      @tonypennybaker7919 Před rokem +1

      Where did you get the part I’m missing mine from an accident i had and they didn’t put it back on

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před rokem +1

      @@tonypennybaker7919 Genuine GM Actuator Rod Part# 20812018. Amazon Link: amzn.to/325OsQ1

    • @mroctober3583
      @mroctober3583 Před 11 měsíci

      My 2013 Acadia didn't react to a blocked pathway and shut anyway breaking off the plastic end of actuator rod connected to the gate (sounded like my whole back window popped, freaked me out lol) was it easy to replace since it's "inside" the car? This just happened yesterday can't find any videos on it unfortunately.

    • @timotimo125
      @timotimo125 Před 2 měsíci

      What's the name of the actual rod

  • @joeymanire7184
    @joeymanire7184 Před 3 dny +1

    great job VERY helpful, I just needed to know how to get cover off to snap on new arm, you made it very easy replaced it in 5 minutes

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 3 dny

      Awesome! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

  • @robertbranham3513
    @robertbranham3513 Před 5 lety +2

    Only vid out there. Saved $250 the mechanic was trying to charge. Hardest part was finding the part. Looks like you HAVE to use a dealership if you want it fast. Took 5min after watching. Thanks bud.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 5 lety

      Yeah, the dealership was the only source for me too. Thanks for watching! Glad it helped.

  • @Eraera1
    @Eraera1 Před 3 lety +1

    My wife said... "It broke again". After watching this I asked her what all happened and she said the cooler was sticking out. You got her in trouble. Great job!

  • @Ryansland-hs9go
    @Ryansland-hs9go Před 4 dny +1

    Great job. Easy to follow! Thank you!

  • @Davdigga
    @Davdigga Před 6 lety +1

    Tytyty! My retaining clip popped 1 year having to open it manually. I couldn't have done it without your video ty!

  • @TerryArthur1
    @TerryArthur1 Před 7 lety +2

    I just replaced mine and saved a few bucks. After watching your video it was a snap. Thanks Dave

  • @trackman174
    @trackman174 Před 5 lety +4

    Great informative video....your wife is a great cameraman.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 5 lety

      Very nice of you to say! She got a kick out of your comment and says thanks! She also wanted me to direct you to her other work on my videos....ha ha!

  • @kenzpenz
    @kenzpenz Před 7 lety +1

    Great video indeed. I had/have the same problem with my 2014 GMC Acadia. I got the run -a round from the dealer even with the bumper to bumper warranty. At first the "tech" replaced the two support struts, even with the broken lift strut laying there and having to raise the gate by hand. When I pointed the real issue out to him, his response was, well that's not what it says on the work order, then they went into conference and decided just maybe the broken lift strut was the problem and replaced it. I didn't notice the lift support was making a clunking noise when it closed. A medical issue (open heart surgery) prevented me from returning to the shop. Well, the bumper to bumper warranty expired and now it's my problem. With your video I think I can fix this problem or a least see what is causing the clunking noise. Again thanks for taking the time to make this great video.....Ken...Marina CA

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 7 lety

      Thanks Ken! I really appreciate your feedback. Let me know what you find. Good luck!

  • @DavidWhite-sc5wn
    @DavidWhite-sc5wn Před 3 měsíci +1

    To change the lift rod to rear hatch door is very simple and be done in 10 min. The support shocks to rear hatch is done in couple minutes. Pull up video and save a fortune.

  • @christianshanklin5651
    @christianshanklin5651 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Nice informative video. Great camera work as well!!

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před měsícem

      Thanks! My wife will appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

  • @kaylancampbell4658
    @kaylancampbell4658 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks so much for your video!! Mine broke on my 2016 Buick Enclave. This was so unbelievably helpful.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 2 lety

      That's great to hear! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

  • @TerryArthur1
    @TerryArthur1 Před 7 lety +2

    Thanks Dave this has happened on my previous 2012 Enclave and the 2015 . I now know how to fix it myself.

  • @queencrystal2891
    @queencrystal2891 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you sooooooo much! Just fixed my GMC Acadia after trying to ram it closed!

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 3 lety

      Very welcome, glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

  • @dominicybarra2600
    @dominicybarra2600 Před rokem +1

    My acadia had the same issue. Thank you for posting this video.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před rokem

      Very welcome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

  • @paulscheunemann1977
    @paulscheunemann1977 Před 3 lety +1

    My Enclave rod broke at the top connection. Thank you for showing me how to do this!

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 3 lety

      Very welcome! Thanks for watching!

    • @nicktanner5861
      @nicktanner5861 Před 3 lety +1

      So did mine. Do you remember what part you had to buy?

    • @paulscheunemann1977
      @paulscheunemann1977 Před 3 lety +1

      GM part. It is the lift support rod I think. It was available on Amazon.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 2 lety

      I included a link to one on Amazon in the video description.

  • @cjeccher8128
    @cjeccher8128 Před 4 lety +1

    thank you! I appreciate the video and it worked out exactly like you explained A Fellow UTAHan up in Park City

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 4 lety

      Very welcome! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

  • @stevedelk2100
    @stevedelk2100 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video Dave - Exact problem on my 2010 Acadia - super fast repair. Thank you for posting!

  • @build2trail661
    @build2trail661 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you for the video 👍🏼

  • @zoechavarria7695
    @zoechavarria7695 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you 🙏🏽.. saved the day..👍🏽

  • @ajrettke
    @ajrettke Před 4 lety +2

    Nearly same as the acadia...thanks for posting!

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 4 lety +1

      Yes, they are very similar. Thanks for watching!

    • @R3N3GAD3RY
      @R3N3GAD3RY Před 3 lety

      Also same as the Buick Enclave

  • @angieq2227
    @angieq2227 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks man really needed this

  • @jeff0745
    @jeff0745 Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks so much for this walkthrough!

  • @Tyler-vv2vp
    @Tyler-vv2vp Před 5 lety +2

    My 2011 buick enclave just had the recall for the liftgate done and that rod now makes a loud click when the liftgate reaches fully open. I'm hoping that it's not doing any damage!

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 5 lety

      Hmmm...not sure why it would be doing that. Are you sure the correct length rod was installed?

  • @Flowerchild778
    @Flowerchild778 Před 6 dny +1

    Helpful 👍

  • @MrKambone
    @MrKambone Před rokem +1

    My 2016 Buick Enclave broke on the top, so it's just a matter of when will the rod fail...Thanks!

  • @TerryArthur1
    @TerryArthur1 Před 7 lety +1

    Thanks Dave . I have had 2 Enclaves which is similar body style and both of them had this happen but they broke at the top.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 7 lety

      Very welcome! My pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting..

    • @adrielshepherd
      @adrielshepherd Před 6 lety +1

      What is the piece called to order online?

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 4 lety

      It is a Liftgate Actuator Rod. Here's a link to one on Amazon: Genuine GM Actuator Rod Part# 20812018. Amazon Link: amzn.to/325OsQ1

  • @osamamorsy8755
    @osamamorsy8755 Před rokem +1

    🎉Good job

  • @ivanriquelme8322
    @ivanriquelme8322 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for the video 👨

  • @mikewatanabe9273
    @mikewatanabe9273 Před rokem +1

    Ha Ha Ha like your response hope your wife appreciated. FYI , if the gate is operating and you try to lift or push it down it can break the plastic ends. If you aren't informed the caveman style will break it.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před rokem

      Yeah, she was running the camera so she heard it first hand - I thought it was funny!! :-)
      I think the caveman style contributed to it breaking in the first place. Some family members didn't know it was automatic!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @danielcortez7140
    @danielcortez7140 Před 3 lety +1

    What is the name of the upper part where it goes? The one on my car is loose and I think that's why it broke again

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 3 lety +1

      Hmm...not sure what that's called. I would call one of your local Chevy dealerships and ask them by giving them the part number and details of the part I used in the video. Their computer system will bring up all of the attached parts and they can give you the name and part number. I've found that the local dealerships can sometimes give the best price and availability on parts that are harder to find online. Hope that helps.

  • @skyeluv51
    @skyeluv51 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks so much!

  • @timotimo125
    @timotimo125 Před 2 měsíci +1

    When I know how to do all that why didn't you tell us what the name of the part is that's the hardest thing everyone wants to give you a strut and not to push rod what is the name of the push rod

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před měsícem

      I included it in the description. Here it is again: Genuine GM Actuator Rod Part# 20812018. Amazon Link: amzn.to/325OsQ1
      Thanks for watching!

  • @roberthernandez8902
    @roberthernandez8902 Před 5 lety +1

    Thx for the help

  • @billyvuong6266
    @billyvuong6266 Před 6 lety

    Thankyou...my liftgate just hit me on the head yesterday after it snapped off the rod

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 6 lety

      Ouch! Hopefully you were able to get it working again.

  • @kensleylewis4601
    @kensleylewis4601 Před 5 lety +1

    Very smart for saying its not her fault! Man that is some good husband advise! Too many times I deserved a fresh pack of duct tape over my mouth!

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 5 lety

      Ha, ha, yeah, she's a good sport! Thanks for watching!

  • @angieklinkenberg9957
    @angieklinkenberg9957 Před 6 lety +1

    Is it the same part number as the other 2 struts?

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 6 lety

      No, it is different than those. There is only one Liftgate Actuator Rod.

  • @redoak3809
    @redoak3809 Před 3 lety +1

    If it closes on to something maybe it latches before it can kick in and open back up

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 3 lety

      Maybe, in some cases, but usually it hits and has a problem closing before its close to latching. It depends a lot on when the obstruction actually hits the liftgate first. Thanks for watching!

  • @angelburns6596
    @angelburns6596 Před 6 lety +1

    What is the part called?

  • @sparkyfarmer497
    @sparkyfarmer497 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Is this in Orem?

  • @BANDIT_ZX
    @BANDIT_ZX Před 4 lety +1

    These actuator rods tips are cheaply made. A laundry bin shouldn't snap one of these apart.

    • @Aggressivefun
      @Aggressivefun  Před 4 lety

      Yes, the plastic ends could be a much better/stronger design.