Removal Procedure
Important: When a suitable hold open device is being
removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage
to the vehicle or personal injury.
- Support the endgate with a suitable brace.
- Remove the endgate cable to endgate retaining screw (3).
- Remove the endgate cable (2) from the endgate (1) and position
aside.
Important: Take note of original latch striker position.
- Remove the endgate cable to endgate latch striker retaining screw (1).
- Remove the endgate cable (3) from the endgate latch (2).
Installation Procedure
Important: Make sure that the endgate latch striker
aligns to its original position.
- Install the endgate cable (3) to the endgate latch (2).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the endgate cable to endgate latch retaining screw (1).
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the endgate cable (2) to the endgate (1).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the endgate cable to endgate retaining screw (3).
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Remove the support from the endgate.