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Pioneer Cables CA-2308 Tailgate Release Cable
Reliable Tailgate Release Cable for Ford F-Series Trucks
The Pioneer Cables CA-2308 tailgate release cable is designed specifically for Ford F-150, F-250, and F-350 models. Engineered with durable materials and precise dimensions, this cable ensures smooth and consistent tailgate operation.
- Length: 22.109 inches for exact fitment
- Both ends feature eye-type connectors for secure attachment
- Cable diameter of 0.25 inches for strength and flexibility
- Steel wire core for durability and resistance to stretching
- Polymer housing outer material protects against corrosion and wear
Durable Construction and Precise Specifications
The CA-2308 tailgate release cable from Pioneer Cables is constructed with a steel wire core that provides reliable tensile strength and resistance to fatigue. The 0.25-inch diameter cable is sheathed in a polymer housing that shields it from environmental damage such as moisture and dirt. Both ends of the cable terminate in eye-type connectors, ensuring a secure and stable connection to the tailgate release mechanism. With a length of 22.109 inches, this cable is tailored to fit Ford F-150, F-250, and F-350 trucks, maintaining proper tension and smooth operation.
Compatible Ford F-150 F-250 F-350 Tailgate Cable Replacement
This tailgate release cable is compatible with Ford F-150, F-250, and F-350 models, providing a direct replacement for worn or damaged cables. It is designed to restore proper tailgate release function, preventing issues such as tailgate latch failure or difficulty opening the tailgate.
- Eliminates tailgate latch sticking or failure
- Prevents tailgate release handle from feeling loose or unresponsive
- Resolves cable stretching or snapping problems
- Restores smooth tailgate operation
Installation Notes and Tips
Installation of the Pioneer Cables CA-2308 tailgate release cable requires basic mechanical skills and common hand tools. Before installation, verify the cable length and connector types match your vehicle’s specifications. Carefully route the cable through the tailgate mechanism, ensuring the polymer housing is not kinked or pinched. Secure both eye connectors firmly to the release handle and latch assembly. Testing the tailgate release function after installation is recommended to confirm proper operation.
Quality Assurance and Warranty Information
Pioneer Cables manufactures the CA-2308 tailgate release cable to meet OEM standards for fit and function. The use of steel wire and polymer housing materials ensures durability and resistance to environmental factors. While specific warranty details are not provided, Pioneer Cables products typically adhere to industry quality controls to support reliable performance in Ford F-150, F-250, and F-350 trucks.
| Brand | Pioneer Cables |
| Part Number | CA-2308 |
| Cable Diameter | 0.25 |
| Cable Material | Steel Wire |
| End 1 Type | Eye |
| End 2 Type | Eye |
| Length | 22.109 |
| Outer Material | Polymer Housing |
This part fits 192 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1996 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1995 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1994 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1993 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1992 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1991 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1990 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1989 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-250 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-350 | 7.3L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1988 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-250 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-350 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1987 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-150 | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-250 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-350 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1986 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-250 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-350 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1985 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-150 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-250 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-350 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1984 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-150 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-150 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-250 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-250 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-250 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-250 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-350 | 7.5L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-350 | 6.9L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-350 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
| 1983 | Ford | F-350 | 4.9L | L6 | N/A | Length: 22.65" |
* 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:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.