RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo (2008)
Tailgate Latch: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
1. Open the tailgate and remove the tailgate liner, if equipped.
2. Remove the ten bolts (5) that secure the tailgate cover (4) to the inside of the tailgate and remove the cover.
3. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the actuator rod (3) at the control (2) for the latch (1) being serviced.
4. Disconnect the actuator rod from the control.
5. Remove the two bolts (7 and 8) that secure the latch (5) to the tailgate (4) and position the tailgate check cable (6) out of the way.
6. Remove the latch and actuator rod from the tailgate as an assembly.
7. If required, remove the actuator rod from the latch.