32
1. Use column switch to lower (DOWN) platform 
until it rests on bottom stops (FIG. 32-1). Release 
switch when top edge of closed platform is below 
bed height and dock level, and in the lower locking 
position (FIG. 32-1). Now, loads can be moved 
between dock and vehicle without using Liftgate. 
LOWER LOCKING POSITION 
FIG. 32-1
DOCK
Use dock plate for moving loads between dock and vehicle. Dock 
plate must be supported by dock and vehicle fl oor. It must not 
rest on Liftgate platform.
CAUTION
!
LOWER PLATFORM BELOW DOCK LEVEL
DOCK LOADING & UNLOADING
VEHICLE 
FLOOR
PLATFORM
NOTE: Platform may be lowered with 
vehicle backed up to dock.
DOWN