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2. Start the engine.
3. Turn the pump ON.
4. Using the tailgate unlatch button on the body left-side corner near the access door, unlock the
tailgate.
Figure 2-10
Tailgate locking/unlocking controls
NOTE: When the tailgate is unlocked, both locking mechanism cylinders are retracted. They are
extended when the tailgate is locked.
Figure 2-11
Locking mechanism cylinder
5. Using the TAILGATE lever raise the tailgate about 3 feet (enough to swivel both safety props
towards the body) [see Figure 2-4].
Danger!
Prior to raising the tailgate, make sure that no one is standing behind the vehicle and that
the body is empty.
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