Broken Tailgate Actuator

[BigWurmHerm]

Hey everyone, hope your day is going well! I came across a really annoying grinding sound every time I locked my truck, specifically the tailgate. Took the panel off and did some investigating. Looks like the boot/rubber cowling on the actuator has completely eroded. Tailgate still locks but makes this hideous grinding sound. I am in need of a replacement part number. I checked the ford tailgate diagram and had no luck. I was planning on talking to the dealer but wanted to hear if you all had any insight. Thanks in advance!

 

[BigWurmHerm]

Bump

 

[The Car Stereo Company]

that looks like a gen 1 truck. thats an aftermarket actuator. its not a ford part. it was added at some point in the trucks life. if the gears grind, you can buy a replacement for pretty cheap.

 

[BigWurmHerm]

Thanks for the response! I bought used about 4 years ago. Figured it was stock but i guess not Found some actuators on Amazon, hoping it'll do the trick.