Removal Procedure
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- Lower the endgate.
- Remove the theft deterrent bolt.
- With an assistant, raise the endgate to a 45 degree angle.
- Remove the cable on each side from the side panel striker bolts.
- Remove the endgate from the right side hinge assembly by lifting up on the right side.
- With an assistant, remove the endgate from the left body side hinge by sliding to the right and lifting.