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SAFETY HOOK MAINTENANCE
CHECK SAFETY HOOK FUNCTION
LOOP ADJUSTMENT
PLATFORM LOOP SHOWN HOOKED 
IN CORRECT POSITION
FIG. 23-1
1. When raising platform to stowed position, 
listen for sound of safety hook engaging 
platform loop.
2. When the Liftgate is stowed, see if plat-
form loop is seated in the safety hook as 
shown in FIG. 23-1.
EXTENSION
PLATE
SAFETY HOOK
PLATFORM LOOP
(CORRECT POSITION)
PLATFORM LOOP SHOWN HOOKED 
INCORRECTLY
FIG. 23-2
PLATFORM LOOP
(CORRECT POSITION)
PLATFORM LOOP
(INCORRECT POSITION)
1. If the safety hook is not positioned 
correctly (FIG. 23-2), lower platform 
enough to access the safety hook. (See 
Operation Manual for instructions to 
lower the platform.)        
2. Adjust by bending the platform loop so 
it seats correctly in the hook as shown 
in FIG. 23-2.
3. Stow the platform and check for correct 
safety hook position (FIG. 23-2). Re-
peat adjustment if required.