Folks- I have searched and was wondering if I really do have to buy the whole lock assembly or does someone have a trick for me?
Toyota Part I found while searching: 69110-35081
My truck is 2010 T4R Trail Edition
Problem: back door/lift gate wont shut. Lock assembly is blocking and not fully turning to catch lock. First attempt I noticed the door kind of bounced up
Temp Solution: hold unlock switch under back window and use screwdriver to turn lock into a position so I can close
Have you tried some lithium spray grease or similar (garage door lube, etc) to try and loosen up the physical latch? Or do you think it is a broken "return" spring or something of that sort?