Endgate Operation

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The endgate uses a swing handle and a drop handle. Each handle incorporates a switch that sends an electrical signal to the endgate module to control the latches, allowing the endgate to open in the chosen direction.

The endgate uses an electrical latch system. The latch system contains 3 separate electrical latches that are located on the upper left corner, upper right corner, and lower left corner of the endgate. The latches latch when battery voltage is removed. The latches will unlatch, or release when battery voltage is applied. The latches work in conjunction with a dual pivoting hinge located on the lower right corner of the endgate to allow the endgate to swing open from the left to right for access and cargo loading, or to drop to extend cargo space.