Dorman 38536 Tailgate Support Cable

Dorman 38536 Tailgate Support Cable

Dorman 38536 is a specific-fit tailgate support cable for select Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Hummer trucks and SUVs. It matches the original cable’s fit and function, helping keep the tailgate stable during normal use.

Key Features

• Specific-fit tailgate support cable for direct replacement applications
• Metal construction for durable tailgate support
• Engineered to match original cable fit and function
• Measures 0.26 in. diameter and 15.13 in. length
• Fits select Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, and Hummer H2 applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman tailgate support cable is built for vehicles that need an OE-style replacement for worn or damaged tailgate hardware. The metal cable is made to stabilize the tailgate over long-term use, helping restore proper support on trucks such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and related platform vehicles. Part number 38536 is also cross-referenced as 385362 for the same application.

Compatible With 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2001-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, 1999-2004 GMC Sierra 2500, 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2001-2006 GMC Sierra 3500, 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500, 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT, and 2003-2007 Hummer H2. It also fits 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, Silverado 1500 HD Classic, Silverado 2500 HD Classic, Silverado 3500 Classic, GMC Sierra 1500 Classic, Sierra 1500 HD Classic, Sierra 2500 HD Classic, and Sierra 3500 Classic.

What It Helps Address

• Broken or stretched tailgate support cable
• Tailgate sagging when lowered
• Reduced tailgate stability during loading and unloading
• Wear-related failure on original tailgate hardware
• Need for a direct-fit replacement on specific GM truck and SUV applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and tailgate hardware before ordering. This is a specific-fit part, so confirm the application against your truck or SUV’s original cable dimensions and mounting points. Part number 38536 is intended for direct replacement use on the listed vehicles.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this cable from quality materials and engineers it to match the original cable’s fit and function. The design focuses on dependable tailgate support for long-term service on compatible Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Hummer applications.