Dodge 2011 Dakota Owner's Manual page 166

To remove the crate, press on the release lever, located on
the ends of the base, and lift up on the crate.
To install the crate into the base, insert the crate into the
inboard slot and push down on the outboard side of the
crate, then snap into place.
Insert Crate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165
To collapse the crate, push the crate end flaps inward to
disengage. Push the sides inward and snap into place.
WARNING!
Do not sit or stand on this crate. It may collapse
causing serious injury.
CAUTION!
Do not lift up on the "End Flaps" to open the crate,
damage to the "End Flaps" may occur.
NOTE: The maximum loading capacity for the small
crate is 30 lbs (13.6 kg) and 50 lbs (22.6 kg) for the large
crate.
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