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Tailgate removal, Driver controls – FORD 2011 F-150 v.1 User Manual

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Tailgate removal

Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading.

WARNING: Always properly secure cargo to prevent shifting
cargo or cargo falling from vehicle, which could result in

compromised vehicle stability and serious personal injury to vehicle
occupants or others.

Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, do Steps 1 through 3
before removing the tailgate.

1. Before removal of the tailgate,
locate and disconnect the tailgate
in-line connector under the pickup
box on the passenger side of the
vehicle near the spare tire.

2. Install a protective cap (located
in the glove box) onto the in-line
rearview camera system connector
that remains under the pickup box.

3. Partially lower tailgate and
carefully feed tailgate harness up through the gap between the pickup
box and the bumper. Place the tailgate harness out of the way under the
pickup box.

4. Lower the tailgate.

5. Using a screwdriver, gently pry
the spring clip (on each connector)
past the head of the support screw.
Disconnect cable.

6. Disconnect the other cable.

7. Lift tailgate to a 45-degree angle
from horizontal.

8. Lift right side off of its hinge.

9. Lift tailgate to a 80-degree angle from horizontal.

10. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to the right.

To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.

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2011 F-150 (f12)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)