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2 MAINTENANCE
TAILGATE SEAL REPLACEMENT
When the door/tailgate seal becomes damaged or worn, replace the seal.
WARNING: For units with hydraulic tailgates, before performing any inspection or
maintenance on the seal, support the raised tailgate with a crane, forklift, or other
positive maintenance prop..
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When removing the old seals (top & bottom) mark the position of the seal joints.
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Pry the seal retainer up slightly to allow removal of the old seals.
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When installing the new seals, join the seals at the same position.
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A
New Seal
Seal retainer -
Pry slightly
upward so new
seal can be
inserted
Pry Bar
New Seal
Use a plastic or rubber
hammer to tamp the seal
retainer snug against the seal
all the way around the seal(s)