Land Rover Discovery 3 Tailgate Fix: Emergency Release & New Switch Install

Is your Land Rover Discovery 3 (LR3) tailgate stuck? In this video, I show you how to fix a failing tailgate release switch for under £20 using a simple aftermarket part. ​First, I’ll show you the Emergency Override trick using the dashboard buttons to get the boot open when you’re stuck [03:10]. Then, we walk through the step-by-step process of removing the old microswitch, soldering in the new one, and testing the solenoid. ​Bonus Tip: I also demonstrate how to program your Land Rover key fob to open the tailgate with the "Land Rover" button [22:15]! ​Parts Used: ​Tailgate Release Switch https://amzn.to/49uxZrp ​Tools Needed: ​Flathead screwdriver or trim tool ​Soldering iron & heat shrink (or crimp connectors) ​Wire strippers ​If you're a Discovery 3 owner, don't forget to Subscribe for more DIY repairs, including upcoming videos on parking sensors and heated seat fixes! ​#LandRover #Discovery3 #LR3 #TailgateFix #LandRoverRepair #DIYMechanic #ProjectsInTheBarn ​3. Video Chapters ​[00:00] Intro: The Sticky Tailgate Problem [01:40] How the Split Tailgate Switch Works [03:10] Emergency Override: How to Open the Tailgate Internally [04:15] Troubleshooting a Solo Emergency Open [05:40] Removing the Rubber Switch Cover [07:00] Inspecting the Microswitch & Water Damage [09:10] New Aftermarket Switch Overview (Amazon) [11:00] Cutting & Stripping the Tailgate Wires [14:10] Testing the Solenoid (The "Touch Test") [15:30] Splicing the New Switch [17:10] Soldering Tip: Tinning the Wires [20:50] Re-installing the Switch into the Tailgate [22:15] Secret Trick: Programming Your Key Fob to Open the Boot [25:20] Discovery 3 Project Update & Future Repairs