DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate/Swing Gate: Tailgate: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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.
- 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.
- If equipped, disconnect the electrical connectors.
- 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.
- Lift the tailgate upward far enough to disengage the tailgate pivot pocket from the right side tailgate pivot pin.
- Carefully slide the tailgate to the right far enough to disengage it from the left side tailgate pivot pin and remove the tailgate.
- If required, remove the bushing (2) from each tailgate pivot pocket (3).