rear glass wont open - need cable from actuator to latch

[Curtis]

2004 4 door

Popped the glass this morning to load some things and close it.
Now it wont open.

I could hear the actuator moving, but the glass latch did not pop.

The hatch opened, so I was able to remove the interior panel, and the plastic moisture barrier

I can see the actuator moving, but the cable is broken.
I can pull on the cable to open the glass very easily

Ive been unable to find the cable without buying the whole latch mechanism. There are a few used ones on eBay but Id like a new cable vs one the same age as mine that broke.

Anyone use the cable like this?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2003-2005-FORD-EXPLORER-BACK-GLASS-CABLE-/161271568026

 

[ianyboy]

@28$ I'd say you give it a try

 

[Curtis]

Should be here this week!

 

[Curtis]

Got the cable yesterday
Installed today, works perfectly.

I see now why the latch and cable come as a set in most cases.
The latch is riveted together, and there's not enough room to remove the cable without spreading it. I was able to spread it and bend it back into shape without too much trouble. The other end is a simple snap in for the cable.

 

[wilkersm]

Question

I have the same problem, but not sure how to remove the inside covering, don't want to break it. How did you do it? Where to start?