Tailgate Step - Ford Super Duty Owner's Manual

9. Lift tailgate to a 80-degree angle from horizontal.
10. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to the right.
To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
Tailgate Step (If Equipped)
This feature allows easier entry into the truck bed.
Note: To reduce risk of falling:
• Operate the step only when the vehicle is on a level surface.
• Operate the step only in areas with sufficient lighting.
• Always open the flip panel to widen step.
• Always use the grab handle when stepping up and down.
• Do not use the step with bare feet.
• Keep the step clean from contamination before use (e.g. snow, mud).
• Keep the step load (you plus the load) below 350 pounds
(159 kilograms).
• Never drive with the step deployed.
2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, December 2012
USA (fus)
Load Carrying
4. Lower the tailgate.
5. Using a screwdriver, gently pry
the spring clip (on each connector)
past the head of the support screw.
Disconnect cable.
6. Disconnect the other cable.
7. Lift tailgate to a 45-degree angle
from horizontal.
8. Lift right side off of its hinge.
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