2018-F150-Owner's Manual

Tailgate

7. Lift the tailgate to 45 degrees from horizontal. 8. Lift the right side off its hinge. 9. Lift the tailgate to 80 degrees from horizontal. 10. Remove the tailgate fromthe left side hinge by sliding it to the right. Reverse the steps to reinstall the tailgate. TAILGATE STEP (If Equipped) Use the step to make entering the truck bed easier. To reduce the risk of falling: • Only operate the step when your vehicle is on a level surface. • Only operate the step in areas with sufficient lighting. • Always open the step panel to widen the step. • Always use the grab handle when climbing on the step. • Do not use the step with bare feet. • Make sure the step is clean before use. • Keep the step load, you plus the load, below 350 lb (159 kg). Opening the Step Note: Make sure to close and fully latch the step before moving your vehicle. Do not drive with the step or grab handle open. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Push the button in the center of the step molding. The step pops out slightly.

E187718 3. Pull the step out fully. Lower the step to its lowest position.

E189557 4. Pull the yellow handle stop backward out of the tailgate until it fully extends. 5. Rotate the handle up from horizontal to vertical until you hear a click. You have locked the handle in place. Note: Do not tow with the step or grab handle. Replace the slip resistance tape or grab handle molding if it appears as worn or damaged.

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