have a 2001 Blazer that has the push button on the back of the truck to release the back hatch.. The button doesn’t work but the button inside the truck by the radio and the key fob works. Could it be a fuse for the button? or is the button toast? I don’t wanna do any unnecessary surgery. lol

 

I have the same problem, I have heard that it is the actuator or a little blue clip do a search for it, it has been discussed on here a bit. I would check for fuses that's always the first step for me it eliminates some of the simple problems.

Matt

 

If the switch inside works, but the one on the tailgate does not, then the actuator and clip are working fine. I would suspect the switch on the tailgate.

Remove the trim panel and check the switch with a multimeter set on continuity.

 

Replaced the butten today.. it works now thanks guys

 

Mine's the same way...It never worked. I didn't really think anything of it though lol...I probably wouldn't use it.

 

i just got my stuck hatch open the other day, i took a big pry bar and had to pry right in the middle of the panel, then i heard a loud POP and the panel had given way. i had forgoten that thing opens.....

 

Glad you got it fixed!