Caution: It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers. Falling from a moving vehicle may result in serious injuries or death. Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.
Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down.
When putting the tailgate up, be sure it latches securely.
Removing the Tailgate
To remove the tailgate:
- Open the tailgate fully and remove the retainer clip from the driver's side hinge.
- Lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly.
- With the tailgate partially down, lift up on the passenger's side and pull the tailgate toward you, then move the tailgate to the right to release the driver's side.
It is recommended that the retainer clip be stored in a safe place, like the glove box.
Remove the retaining cables from both sides of the pickup box by pulling the clips away from the bolt heads while pushing the cable bracket forward. When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure it is secure.
To partially lower the tailgate:
- With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly.
- Remove the retaining cable from the passenger side of the pickup box by pulling the clip away from the bolt head while pushing the cable bracket forward.
- Slide the lower end fitting onto the front bolt. The tailgate will now stay in the partially opened position.
- Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the driver side.
Tailgate Partially Down
When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt.
When closing the tailgate the bracket cannot be in the partially opened position. It must be anchored on the rear bolt using the top position on the bracket.
