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STEP 1 - INSTALL EXTENSION PLATES
NOTE: TE-15, TE-20, TE-25 & TE-30 Liftgates may be equipped with two types of 
extensions plates. The weld-on extension plate is shown in FIG. 17-1. 
The bolt-on extension plate (FIG. 17-2) has bolt holes so it can be bolted to 
vehicle body. GRADE 8 bolts are required. MAXON recommends getting 
the optional extension plate hardware kit listed in OPTIONS section. It also 
has holes for bolt-on steps and installation brackets, provided with compo-
nents for installation. Refer to the following instructions for installing exten-
sion plates. 
WELD-ON EXTENSION PLATE
FIG. 17-1
BOLT-ON EXTENSION PLATE
FIG. 17-2