Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If equipped, remove the tailgate step assist handle. For additional information, REFER to PICKUP BED AND PLATFORM BODY .
- Remove the bolts and the tailgate access panel (7 bolts for flareside bed, 8 for without step tailgate, or 13 with step tailgate).
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
- Remove the 2 tailgate release handle nuts.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Remove the tailgate release handle.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.