TAILGATE LOCK
The tailgate lock can help prevent theft of
the tailgate.
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Insert the ignition key into the tailgate lock.
Turn it to the left to lock the tailgate. Turn
it to the right to unlock the tailgate.
Power Tailgate Lock
(If Equipped)
You can use the power door lock control
or the remote control to lock and unlock
your tailgate.
REMOVING THE TAILGATE
WARNING:
Always properly secure
cargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargo
falling from the vehicle. Failure to do so
could result in compromised vehicle
stability and serious personal injury to
vehicle occupants or others.
You can remove the tailgate for more
loading room.
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1.
Locate and disconnect the in-line
connector. It is under the pickup box
on the center right-hand side of the
vehicle near the spare tire.
2. There is a protective cap in the glove
box. Install it on the in-line connector
that remains under the pickup box.
3. Partially lower the tailgate. Carefully
feed the tailgate harness up through
the gap between the pickup box and
the bumper and place it out of the way
under the pickup box.
4. Lower the tailgate.
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5. Lift the tailgate to 45 degrees from
horizontal.
6. Lift the right side off its hinge.
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Tailgate
(If Equipped)
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7.
Remove the tailgate from the left-hand
side hinge by sliding it to the right.
Reverse the steps to reinstall the tailgate.
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Tailgate
(If Equipped)
