i busted my tailgate handle, how do i get at it?

[goldxlt]

as you can see, i broke my tailgate handle and i cant figure out how to get at it, i would appreciate some help on this. thank you, and its an '03.

 

[Crunchy]

Access cover on the inside of the tailgate. 8 torx screws if I remember correctly.

Once you open it up, its pretty obvious how to remove the old one.

Replace it with a steel one this time.
http://www.stuffforyourranger.com/s..._id=90&zenid=c5f35eee72a83f74414748a4ecef3c67

I got the chrome one.

 

[exbass94]

In the meantime, you can still open the tailgate by lifting the handle and using a screwdriver to pry up on the broken piece. I had to do that on the company truck.

 

[goldxlt]

thank you for your help