{"product_id":"outside-tailgate-door-handle-without-keyhole-for-ford-explorer-mountaineer","title":"Outside Tailgate Door Handle Without Keyhole for Ford Explorer Mountaineer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis aftermarket replacement outside tailgate door handle is intended for 2002 to 2005 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer applications and is supplied without a keyhole. A tailgate handle provides a grip point for opening the rear liftgate or tailgate on the vehicle. It is a practical replacement when the original handle is damaged or no longer functions properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior tailgate handle for opening the rear gate of the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned without a keyhole as described in the title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for 2002 to 2005 Ford Explorer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for 2002 to 2005 Mercury Mountaineer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied for replacement of the corresponding exterior handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor 2002 to 2005 Ford Explorer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor 2002 to 2005 Mercury Mountaineer applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a broken, sticking, or worn tailgate handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring normal rear gate opening on the listed vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTailgate service and repair on the listed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outside tailgate door handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Application(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, 2002 to 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tailgate exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeyhole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Without keyhole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exterior tailgate handle replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What does an outside tailgate door handle do? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It provides the exterior grip point used to release and open the rear liftgate or tailgate of the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I verify fitment? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your vehicle is a Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer within the 2002 to 2005 range and that your original handle is the keyhole-free version, then compare against the existing part number where available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement part and is not represented as genuine or original equipment. Product appearance and specifications may vary slightly by batch. Compatibility may vary by serial number, model year, or existing part number. Verify fitment before purchase.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DURAFORCE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67944532148497,"sku":"ZZ3U00480","price":31.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0250\/2446\/2929\/files\/s-l1600_976791aa-f885-4a56-bf02-3e6c8d318b1f.jpg?v=1793651381","url":"https:\/\/www.duraforce.com\/products\/outside-tailgate-door-handle-without-keyhole-for-ford-explorer-mountaineer","provider":"DURAFORCE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}