5. Connect the wiring harness to the connector
bracket.
Connected Wiring Harness
1 — First Release Tab
2 — Second Release Tab
6. Install the connector bracket to the sill by pulling
the locking tab outwards.
Connector Bracket Location
Locking Tab
7.
Let the tailgate rest on the support cables while
having the tailgate naturally slide forward on the
bumper.
Tailgate Only Supported By Cables
8. After latching, rotate the tailgate to nearly closed.
Then, while providing support to the tailgate, slide
it slowly to the left, installing the tailgate to the left
pivot.
NOTE:
Rest the tailgate on the bumper so that the entire
tailgate is secure and supported.
WARNING!
For vehicles equipped with a multifunction
tailgate, the tailgate weighs 115 lb (52 kg)
and should be removed by at least two people.
Injury to the customer or damage to the tailgate
may occur if one person tries to remove the
multifunction tailgate.
Slide Tailgate To The Left
9. Closing tailgate to 45° and lift up on the right side
of the tailgate, lifting it onto the pivot.
Lift Right Side Onto Pivot
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