Tailgate Removal

[Nate1n22]

Has anyone removed a standard tailgate from one of these trucks? I got a dent on mine and wanted to replace it but was wondering how difficult it is before I attempt to do it...

 

[Dookie]

Yup, simple. Open to a 45 degree angle, pop the cables loose lift passenger side up first then slide drivers side towards passenger side and lift up and off. Don't forget the electrical connection.
Only did it once when installing a light bar. I think I found a you tube or written insturction from googling.

 

[Barnyard]

Page 137 in the manual if you need pictures

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[Nate1n22]

Thanks. Have a dent on the tailgate above the handle to open it. Brought it to one paintless dent repair that said he couldn't do anything because it's aluminum. Have read online that some places can do it.
If I can't find anyone to do it I was just going to get a new tailgate

 

[Brandonbrent83]

Thanks. Have a dent on the tailgate above the handle to open it. Brought it to one paintless dent repair that said he couldn't do anything because it's aluminum. Have read online that some places can do it.
If I can't find anyone to do it I was just going to get a new tailgate

What did you end up doing? Buying replacement tailgate?