126 Service & Repair
Removal of Tailgate Lift Cylinders
For this task, apply the following procedure:
1. With the tailgate closed, attach a sling connected to a suitable lifting device with a capacity of
500 lbs (227 kg) to the tailgate lift cylinder.
NOTE: See Chapter 4 General Repair Practices for more detailed information about the correct use of
slings and lifting chains.
2. Disconnect the hydraulic line (1) at the cylinder port in the case end and cap the line.
3. Remove the capscrew (2), washer (3), and cover (4) from the cylinder case end.
4. Remove capscrew (5), lockwasher (6), retainer (7) and pin (8) from the rod end.
OPERATIONAL STATUS
Truck Off PTO Disengaged
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