Tailgate - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Open the tailgate and locate the tailgate check cable (3) on the left and right of the cargo box below the tailgate striker (1) as necessary.
2. Pry the cable lock tab(s) (4) outward using a screwdriver or flat bladed tool (2) and remove the tailgate check cable(s) from the cargo box.





3. If equipped, disconnect the electrical connectors.
4. Partially close the tailgate so that the notch in the right side tailgate pivot pocket (2) aligns with the flats on the right side tailgate pivot pin.
5. Lift the tailgate upward far enough to disengage the tailgate pivot pocket from the right side tailgate pivot pin.
6. Carefully slide the tailgate to the right far enough to disengage it from the left side tailgate pivot pin and remove the tailgate.





7. If required, remove the bushing (2) from each tailgate pivot pocket (3).