RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 7 (2001)
Tailgate Latch: Service and Repair
Tailgate Latch Striker
LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL
1. Open tailgate.
2. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark outline of striker on cargo box jamb to aid installation.
3. Using a Torx drive wrench, remove striker and washer from cargo box.
INSTALLATION
1. Position striker and washer on jamb using alignment outline as reference and install with Torx drive wrench.
2. Tighten the striker to 34 N.m (25 ft.lbs).
