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 Checktheplatformandipoverforcracks,holes,andbendsonthe
load-carrying surface and side plates. Also, make sure torsion bars,
coil springs, and fasteners are in place and undamaged.
 Makesureplatformandipoverload-carryingsurfacesareclean(no
oil, debris, or corrosion).
Use the operation instructions in this manual to operate the Liftgate
through one cycle without a load on the platform. RAISE the platform
to vehicle bed height. Next, lower the platform to ground level.
 When the Liftgate is moving, listen for unusual noises and look for jerk-
ing motion or uneven movement on either side of the platform.
If service or repairs are not required (or if completed), stow the Lift-
gate.
RECOMMENDED DAILY OPERATION CHECKS
- Continued
 With the platform unfolded and
on the ground, check if the
shackles and the tip of platform
touch the ground at the same
time as shown in the YES illus-
tration (FIG. 10-1). If the platform
looks like the YES illustra-
tion, you can operate Liftgate.
If the tip of the platform is off
the ground and platform looks
like the NO illustration (FIG.
10-2), or if the shackles are off
the ground, do not operate the
Liftgate. (See NOTE at begin-
ning of the DAILY OPERATION
CHECKS.)
PLATFORM UNFOLDED
ON THE GROUND
FIG. 10-1
TIP OF
FLIPOVER
LEVEL
GROUND
YES
SHACKLE
NO
LEVEL
GROUND
TIP OF
FLIPOVER
SHACKLE
PLATFORM TIP OFF
THE GROUND
FIG. 10-2