Controls and Indicators 63
Tailgate Up Switch
This control switch is used to raise the tailgate. Press and keep down this switch to raise the tailgate to
the desired height.
Before using this switch, make sure that the truck is parked on safe, level ground.
Figure 3-22
Tailgate Up switch
IMPORTANT: Remove the tailgate-locking pins before using this control switch.
When the tailgate is unlocked, both Tailgate Up and Tailgate Down switches flash red and a buzzer
sounds.
Tailgate Down Switch
This control switch is used to lower the tailgate. Press and keep down this switch to completely close
the tailgate or to lower it until it rests on the tailgate safety prop.
Warning!
Do not drive the vehicle when the tailgate is not fully closed.