RAM 2500 2019, User Manual

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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5. Connect the tailgate plug (provided in the
glove compartment) to the tailgate wiring
harness to ensure that the terminals do
not corrode.
6. Tape the tailgate harness and bracket
against the forward-facing surface of the
tailgate. This will prevent damaging the
connector and bracket when storing or
reinstalling the tailgate.
Removing The Tailgate
1. Disconnect the wiring harness for the
rear camera and or power locks (if
equipped).
NOTE:
Refer to “Disconnecting The Rear Camera
And Remote Keyless Entry” in this section.
2. Unlatch the tailgate and remove the
support cables by releasing the lock tang
from the pivot.
NOTE:
Make sure tailgate is supported when
removing support cables.
3. Position the tailgate on a 45 degree
angle.
4. Raise the right side of the tailgate until
the right side pivot clears the hanger
bracket.
5. Slide the entire tailgate to the right to
free the left side pivot.
6. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle.
NOTE:
Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck
pickup box.
Locking Tailgate
The tailgate can be locked using the key fob
lock button.
TRI-FOLD TONNEAU
COVER
The Tonneau Cover can be removed and rein -
stalled by using the locking clamps located
underneath the Tonneau Cover. Refer to the
Owner’s Manual for further information.
NOTE:
Be sure that the Tonneau Cover is secured
before driving.
WARNING!
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which
is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles
equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers”
should extend beyond the overhanging
camper compartment and be free of leaks.
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