Truck Bed: Service and Repair

PICKUP BED






Removal and Installation
1. Remove the tailgate.






2. Disconnect the taillamp wiring harness electrical connector.
3. Remove the fuel filler cap.






NOTE: Mark the position of the fuel filler cap tether for proper installation.

4. Remove the fuel filler neck screws.






NOTE: The pickup bed bolts are not identical and must be installed in the same location that they are removed from.

5. Remove the pickup bed bolts.
- To install, tighten to 63 N-m (6.4 kgf-m, 46 ft-lbf).

NOTE: Lifting the pickup bed requires at least 2 people on each side.

6. Remove the pickup bed.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Inspect and replace any damaged J-nuts.