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DHOLLANDIA
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MOUNTING OF THE BED EXTENSION
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The bed extension is supplied in galvanized finish and is intended to be bolted to the rear sill of the body. It is allowed to weld the
bed extension to the rear sill, in addition to bolting, if desired.
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Measure and mark the centerline of the body and sill.
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Measure and mark the centerline of the bed extension.
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Before drilling, verify the actual holes in the bed extension supplied with the drawing below.
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Measure, mark, and drill the 11 holes
5
8
” dia. (16 mm) required for mounting the
bed extension, then coat the holes to protect against
corrosion.
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Position the floor extension up to the rear sill using a forklift or hoist.
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Align the centerline of the bed extension to the centerline of the rear sill.
Make sure it is level with vehicle floor. If not level, vary the mating surfaces
between the bed extension and rear sill, remove any obstructions, or adjust
as needed.
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Bolt the bed extension to the rear sill, using 11 bolts M14 and locking nuts
supplied with the liftgate.
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Mount all bolts and locking nuts and fasten them hand tight.
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Ensure the bed extension is level with the vehicle floor, and flush with the
top surface of the rear sill.
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Then tighten the bolts to the prescribed torque. Work from the center
outward. See 19.2 on page 51 for prescribed torques.
WARNING
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The bed extension is very heavy! When falling on a person, it can cause serious personal injury or death.
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Therefore, handle the plate with care. Use lifting aids such as a forklift, gantry crane, hoists etc… to secure the plate, an
d prevent
it from falling.
