HINGE Dodge Cab & Chassis R3500 HD

HINGE

1. Position the tailgate hinge(s) onto the cargo box (2) as necessary.
2. Install the two bolts (4) that secure each tailgate hinge to the cargo box. Tighten the bolts to 34 N.m (25 ft. lbs.).
3. If removed, install the bushing (3) onto each tailgate hinge.
4. Install the tailgate. See «INSTALLATION»(ref-303774-S25334938032008103100000) .

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1. Open the tailgate and remove the tailgate liner, if equipped.
2. Remove the ten bolts (5) that secure the tailgate cover (4) to the inside of the tailgate and remove the cover.
3. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the actuator rod (3) at the control (2) for the latch (1) being serviced.
4. Disconnect the actuator rod from the control.
5. Remove the two bolts (7 and 8) that secure the latch (5) to the tailgate (4) and position the tailgate check cable (6) out of the way.
6. Remove the latch and actuator rod from the tailgate as an assembly.
7. If required, remove the actuator rod from the latch.