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Dorman 38566 Tailgate Support Cable - Right

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🚗Fitment: Ford, F-150, F-250 Super Duty, and F-350 Super Duty
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Dorman 38566 Tailgate Support Cable

Dorman 38566 is a right-side tailgate support cable for select Ford trucks, including the Ford F-150 and Super Duty applications listed below. It matches the original cable’s fit and function, using steel and rubber construction with a black outer sleeve for durable tailgate support.

Key Features

  • Direct-fit tailgate support cable for the right side
  • Steel and rubber construction for strength and wear resistance
  • Black outer sleeve helps protect the cable assembly
  • Engineered to match OE fit and function on specific vehicles
  • Fits select Ford F-150, Ford F-250 Super Duty, and Ford F-350 Super Duty applications

Product Details

This tailgate support cable is built for vehicles that need a precise replacement for the original tailgate restraint. Dorman 38566 is made to stabilize the tailgate during normal use and is sized for specific Ford truck applications, including 2015-2026 Ford F-150, right; 2023-2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty, right; and 2023-2026 Ford F-350 Super Duty, right. If you are replacing a worn or damaged cable on a Ford F-150 or Super Duty truck, this part number provides a direct OE-style solution.

This part cross-references Ford FL3Z9943052A and N806909S100 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Tailgate cable wear from repeated opening and closing
  • Broken or stretched support cable on the right side
  • Tailgate sag when the cable no longer holds position correctly
  • Noise or looseness caused by a deteriorated cable assembly
  • Need for a direct replacement on a Ford F-150 or Super Duty truck

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and right-side application before ordering. Confirm the cable length and end-ring dimensions match the original part on the truck. For best results, inspect the tailgate attachment points and related hardware for wear before installing the replacement cable.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this cable to match the fit and function of the original equipment cable on specific vehicles. The part is built from quality materials for long-term tailgate stabilization.

BrandDorman
Part Number38566
MaterialAcero, goma
MaterialRubber
MaterialSteel
Diameter0.8
Length23
Universal Or Specific FitEspecífico
Universal Or Specific FitSpecific
End 1 Ring Inside Diameter0.25
End 2 Ring Inside Diameter0.8
Outer Sleeve ColorBlack
Outer Sleeve ColorNegro
Outer Sleeve ColorNoir
Contenidos del paquete1 cable de puerta trasera
Package Contents1 tailgate cable

This part fits 20 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2026FordF-150Right
2026FordF-250 Super DutyRight
2026FordF-350 Super DutyRight
2025FordF-150Right
2025FordF-250 Super DutyRight
2025FordF-350 Super DutyRight
2024FordF-150Right
2024FordF-250 Super DutyRight
2024FordF-350 Super DutyRight
2023FordF-150Right
2023FordF-250 Super DutyRight
2023FordF-350 Super DutyRight
2022FordF-150Right
2021FordF-150Right
2020FordF-150Right
2019FordF-150Right
2018FordF-150Right
2017FordF-150Right
2016FordF-150Right
2015FordF-150Right

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

FL3Z9943052AN806909S100

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.