Tailgate
OPENING
To open the tailgate, pull the handle up.
The support cables will hold the tailgate
horizontal.
See
"Luggage
stowage precautions"
Section 2 for precautions in loading lug-
gage.
After closing the tailgate, try pulling and
pushing it to make sure it is securely
closed.
NOTICE
Avoid driving with the tailgate open.
'01 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0008)
Support cable bracket
REMOVAL
1. Open the tailgate to the angle where
you can release the brackets on the
support cables from the lugs on
both sides.
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To release the support cable bracket, lift
it up and slide it off.
2001 TUNDRA (OM34416U)
2. Tilt the tailgate to about 30
from
vertical and pull up the right side of
the tailgate to unhook the right side.
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