You should be able to remove the service plate (2 screws) and see what's binding up.

I had to lube up my latches to make sure they would release all the way and lock the gate in. Is yer gate bowed out? It might be binding up the mechanism... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

1998 T-100 Xtra cab SR5 2WD Auto; Roadmaster Active Suspension; Yokohama Geolander HT-S; lowered air dam; full belly pan; 4? diffuser; 11" side skirts; dual transmission coolers; 67% grill blocked; Auto-RX'd; ScanGauge II/Ultra-Gauge