Pickup Bed: Installation

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NOTE: Pickup bed bolts are a one-use bolt. They must be replaced when removed or loosened.

NOTE: Diesel 8.0 foot pickup bed shown, all others similar.

NOTE: Spare tire removed for clarity.

Carefully install and properly position the pickup bed.

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Remove the following items:
1. NOTE: Bed bolt installation requires the use of an external Torx Plus® 24EP or 24EPL socket.
  
  Install the new pickup bed fasteners.
  
  Torque: 129 lb.ft (175 Nm)
2. Install the new pickup bed fasteners.
  Torque: 129 lb.ft (175 Nm)
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Reposition the wiring harness, install retainers and connect the electrical connectors.

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Reposition the wiring harness, install retainers and connect the electrical connectors.

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Reposition the filler pipe(s) and install the fasteners.
1. Fuel filler pipe
  Torque: 44 lb.in (5.0 Nm)
2. Urea filler pipe.
  Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
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Install the rear bumper. Refer to: Rear Bumper .
If equipped, install the pickup bed liner.
Install the tailgate.
Check the vehicle exterior lighting for proper operation.