Tonneau Cover Front Lock is Broken

[Chuckd3]

The front lock on the tonneau cover won't unlock (2004 Sport Trac). The lock itself works fine, but the plastic part it attaches to is broken, so the front cables don't pull the cables to unlock the two front locks. I pried the cover off the plastic part, and confirmed something I already knew, it's broken. I'd like to just buy a new plastic part, or a substitute, since it's just a wheel that provides tension to pull the cables when the key is turned. The internet is no help with the part (#03345) so my next stop is the dealer, unless someone knows a good website for parts.

 

[Aldizzle13]

The front lock on the tonneau cover won't unlock (2004 Sport Trac). The lock itself works fine, but the plastic part it attaches to is broken, so the front cables don't pull the cables to unlock the two front locks. I pried the cover off the plastic part, and confirmed something I already knew, it's broken. I'd like to just buy a new plastic part, or a substitute, since it's just a wheel that provides tension to pull the cables when the key is turned. The internet is no help with the part (#03345) so my next stop is the dealer, unless someone knows a good website for parts.

I have the same problem the plastic part broke and I was just wondering if you solve your situation yet or did u just go back to the dealership? And my part number is 00597

 

[dferron]

Did either of you get your lock repaired? If not, I am in the market for a lock with keys. My cables are fine, but need the lock.

 

[1Aauto]

Welcome to the site

 

[dferron]

Help is on the way

The Ford part number for the cylinder lock for a Sport Trac cover is 7a2z7843432a. Do a Google and you will find it btw $60 and $100. According to my local Ford dealer it comes two to a pack at $100+/-. eBay is $59 for one. Contact you local dealer, take yours with you and compare before you buy

Kirkland Ford in Kirkland, WA have been helpful. customerservice@autopartspeople.com ...
http://fordofkirkland-fordparts.com/
http://autopartspeople.com/Default.asp

So has Chris at Korum Ford parts dept in Puyallup, WA 253-845-6600.