Back Latch Problem

Asked by Dawn Feb 15, 2021 at 04:02 PM about the 2001 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Latch won't grip the bar on the drivers side - back hatch.  I have fiddled with it,
WD40'd it, but it simply will not close, therefore interior lights stay on.  Help
please..?

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