Land Rover Discovery 3 / 4 Upper Tailgate Internal Manual Actuator Release Upgrade

Land Rover Discovery 3 / 4 Upper Tailgate Internal Manual Actuator Release Upgrade

I think this video is too long – I may well make a 5 minute summary video and do one on swapping the rear tailgate actuator. This part is for sale on our website
https://www.powerfuluk.com/collections/discovery-4-interior-accessories/products/upper-tailgate-internal-release-modification-for-land-rover-discovery-3-4
To see Land Rover Passion website please visit ( for EU customers ? )
https://www.landroverpassion.com/en/

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@juanvillegas9321 says:

That's a lot of work! But it is worth. In USA the assembly comes without the black cover, much easier to open in an emergency case.

@marcosconfessor3871 says:

Hello friend, where can I buy this manual actuator?

@philipcbarrera1537 says:

Great Screenshots

@HeatherFaraMS says:

Did modification and top tailgate is not closing fully half the time. What needs adjusted so it locks consistently?

@Topa101 says:

Thank you – I did it with my Lr4 and it works. now im going to do my LR3

@Scotland1766 says:

What use is a subwoofer under the carpet? i had same problem on mt D3, found a good video where you press both unlock and lock buttons on dash and hold. If actuator is working, it opens partly. Then wedge open and repeat, or get another person and pull as buttons are pressed. My actuator is working and ordered a new switch today.

@kokopelliarad says:

Thx for the video, I installed mine today and it came out prefect.

@Rickwardful says:

Once you have removed the lower tailgate carpet, I recommend temporarily putting one stay white and ball back on to prevent the foot paint getting soiled, if the white foam you have used should slip off the bumper.

@Rickwardful says:

I have had similar problems on my 2005 LR3.
A couple of years ago my upper tailgate switch stopped working. Managed to doctor the switch and fit a simple press button ‘horn’ type switch, still fully enclosed behind the rubber cover that protected the original micro switch.
But just recently it stopped working again, due to badly corroded wires leading to the switch. I cut out all the rot and replaced it with new wires, tapped it all up to prevent moisture ingress and now it works fine again.

However, due to the age of the vehicle, just in case the actuator fails , I have also attached a Bowden cable from an old bicycle brakes to the actuator mechanism, using and M6 bolt, nyloc nut and 2 washers to act as the clamp joining the Bowden cable to the original.

@13yearsaprepperr.jtilbury.51 says:

I tink i would have re drilled the holes in the lift , Great job

@jeremywestell4076 says:

Excellent Video as always lads !

@vectra2000cd says:

Hello Simon… a quick question if you don't mind…. would it be possible to buy a copy of the 5mm tool you used as I do not have access to a workshop ?
In the grand scheme of things, the price is irrelevant.
Best Regards M.J.Liptrot

@sabinofreire8832 says:

Where can I purchase this Manual Release?

@plasmaDave says:

That handle and cable looks a lot like those used on reclining armchairs. Just saying….

@iAmHolly_J says:

Any suggestions to actually get the boot open to do this ?, I’ve tried with the engine on , still nothing ..actuator is not having any of it !

@K88MUD says:

Great video…..what i would like to know is if the car is deadlocked (no doors open from inside) can the tail gate still be opened when locked ??

@harbinger8083 says:

I can hear something working but I can’t open the top hatch, is this the actuator that’s failed or the switch? I want to make sure I do the roughy steps and not mess it up more

@fj9460-lr says:

I can’t believe

@paulwatson4650 says:

great job simon and camera man watching you guys from jamaica

@bertvanderzee2870 says:

Great demo, I will do it too

@LionTheHeart says:

Really enjoyed watching alterations… now have to sort out my top tailgate by taking it back to garage that just sold it!
Apparently the 120 check didn't find it amongst others!
Thank you

@jesussalcido says:

Exelent vieo as always. Now my 8 years old kid will have a new toy handle to play with, while Im driving at 120 KPH on the higway.

@ministry_of_love says:

Great video

@petercarhart5923 says:

afraid i fell asleep with boredom watching this bodger

@denisforrer1787 says:

Great video and most instructive however if the actuator fails with the back locked and the upper door down there is no way to get at the screws that hold the top cover of the carpet. In my case the only way to access the actuator and replace it was by cutting a hole in the lower door lining above the actuator which then needed to be replaced or repaired. This item would be excellent as a safety precaution in case of a failure. Enjoy your wry humour.

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