Remote tail gate locking for 2019 Platinum, Crew Max.

I have 2019 Platinum, Crew Max. The tail gate has to be unlocked with the key. For what I understand, it’s a cheap factory design that the locking mechanism can’t be controlled remotely from the key fob.

Anyone knows of a kit or modification to control the tail gate lock remotely with the key fob?

Thanks,
r

 

This became available as a dealer installed accessory (I think in 2019). Most of us ended up installing the OE set up.... Looks like you have a crewmax, so this would be the correct part# for you:

$234 PK3B6-34JS0 Genuine Toyota 2019 & Up Tundra Power Tailgate Lock Kit Standard Wheelbase PK3B6-34JS0

PK3B6-34JS0 Tailgate Lock $129.71 (this is what I paid last year to give you an idea)

https://www.tundras.com/threads/2018-power-tailgate-lock-new-toyota-accessory.52150/

I'm very happy w/mine

If you don't feel like installing yourself most Toyota dealers are happy to do it for you; and if you don't already know, some Toyota dealers have different rates for 'mechanical' vs. 'accessory' labor. Generally speaking though, the service dept won't tell you this outright, so you normally have to ask. The power tailgate lock is considered an accessory, so if they differentiate between the two labor types you'll find it to be a bit more reasonable for labor fees. (An example of this might be the dealerships service dept charges $130-$140/hr mechanical labor, but only charges $80/hr for accessories).

Good luck!!!

 

$195 now. That's wild.

 

DEF Power Tailgate Lock Replacement for Tundra Tacoma 2007-2019

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08KXVLM1Q?ie=UTF8

This is the one I bought back in June of 2021. Easy install, hardest part was crawling my fat ass under the truck to secure the wires. Cheaper then the pop n lock and factory ones, and still working reliably 2 years later. It looks like the failure point on these would be the actuator, which can be easily replaced and standard actuators are cheap.

 

Mine quit working a while back and I just haven't addressed it yet.

 

Any reason this one wouldn't fit on a 2020? Post only shows through 2019.

 

Now that makes a lot more sense than $200 for an actuator. May have to get this one myself and just swap them out.

 

I dont see why it wouldnt, same truck, body etc

 

That's what I'm thinking too

 

You may be able to swap just the actuator depending on the design of the one you have installed. The one I linked, that I installed on mine is a pretty simple deal to swap actuators, I even removed it and tried an extra actuator I had lying around just to be sure. Just slides out and the new one in, and standard plunger actuators are pretty cheap.

InstallGear IGDLA-2 Universal Car Power Door Lock Actuators 12-Volt Motor (2 Pack)

https://www.amazon.com/InstallGear-...refix=door+lock+actuator,aps,108&sr=8-1-spons

 

Mine looks exactly like the first one you linked. Even looks like the same wires so it may actually be the same one the original owner put in.

 

Here’s the Toyota one for $130ish. It’s not $56 like you found, but better than $195. I have been thinking about getting it.

https://www.oemgenuineparts.com/oem-parts/toyota-tailgate-power-lock-long-wheelbase-pk3b634js0

 

You can buy the parts for about $50.00 and DIY. I did mine that way. Been working perfect for 5 years

 

I installed the Toyota one about a year ago and it’s been great. Totally plug and play which is nice

 

Searching is fun.

https://www.tundras.com/threads/diy...ed-bed-light-and-pop-lock-for-tailgate.12187/

or

https://www.tundras.com/threads/diy-pop-and-lock-for-a-fraction-of-the-cost.28693/

 

Thanks very much for your great and informative responses.

 

I think I might have the same issue as Sal. I have a 2019 Tundra with a dealer installed pop lock kit? The tailgate no longer automatically locks just makes a "buzzing noise". I'm thinking if I replace the whole part it will eventually do the same thing. I'm hoping it has been upgraded to something better, but wouldn't bet on it. I'm wondering if 3d printing a gear and gear "receiver" is more expensive than what its worth. The plastic has been worn out. I tried mixing some JB Weld and letting it dry just enough to re-thread but it was unsuccessful. Any thoughts?

 

I install the Toyota one and after a few months the actuator quit. I replaced it with a cheap one off Amazon and no issues since.

$22 Directed Electronics Install Essentials 524N High Power Door Lock Motor

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009SWLE6?ie=UTF8

 

I have the pop & lock system on my 18. Over 100k miles on it, all perfect.

I didn't use the cheap taps, I wired it more permanently.

 

Thanks for the tips and links! @lerbud1 and @Jds685

 

purchased the

$132 POP & Lock - Toyota Tundra Heavy Duty Power Tailgate Lock with Plug and Play T-Harness

pop & lock version and installed on my 2017 yesterday. thanks for all the helpful links others have posted here, it was an easy-peasy hook-up ... not sure why i didn't do this mod sooner.

 

I've been told I am forgetful (I think.) So I won't likely always remember to lock the tailgate manually. Ugh, another upgrade I have to have!

 

You’ll love it. Easy install.