Installation Procedure
Pickup Box Endgate Latch (2) - Install
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Wiring Harness Retainer - Install
- Install the pickup box auxiliary endgate bumper.
- If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components.Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Pickup Box Endgate Latch Handle Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Pickup Box Endgate Cable (2) - Install
- If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components.Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Pickup Box Endgate Latch Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Pickup Box Endgate Access Hole Cover Panel (2) - Install
- Pickup Box Endgate Access Hole Cover Panel Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [12x] - Fastener Specifications
- Close the endgate.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .