DIY Replacing the Tailgate / Rear Hatch?

[CrankyOldMan]

When in doubt, check the parts diagrams on parts.toyota.com or toyodiy.com. That will at least tell you if there are multiple part numbers for a component or assembly and then you can use model/package selections to narrow down the differences.

I don't have any experience with 3rd gen Yarii but it seems like a safe assumption they're the same. Toyota tends to be very diligent with not reinventing the wheel if they don't have to.

<rant>GM is seems to be the opposite, especially with their trucks. I'm in the process of fixing up a 2001 pickup and there are so many model and factory options that it takes hours of research to figure out what's actually installed on your vehicle and what parts are compatible. Most of that time is spent reading unanswered forum posts asking for the same thing you're looking for. </rant>

[stiglitz]

Originally Posted by CrankyOldMan

I don't have any experience with 3rd gen Yarii but it seems like a safe assumption they're the same. Toyota tends to be very diligent with not reinventing the wheel if they don't have to.

Installing the replacement hatch went great! Although the hatch does not line up perfectly with the body despite everything looking straight. Bummer, but I can live with it. It’s quite minor.

There is one thing that didn’t go as expected that I could really use your help with. See here: https://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=63590

Thanks.