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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the assist rods to the endgate.
    Fig 1: Assist Rod View
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  2. Install the upper end of the assist rods to the ball joint. Press in to place until fully seated.
    Fig 2: Locating Upper End Of Assist Rods
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  3. Install the lower end of the assist rods to the ball joint. Press in to until fully seated.
  4. Fig 3: Locating Lower End Of Assist Rods
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  5. Close the endgate.