Removing The Tailgate - Dodge 2009 Ram Truck Owner's Manual

2. Remove the connector bracket from the sill by press-
ing inward in the locking tab.
Locking Tab
3. Disconnect the chassis wiring harness, ensuring the
connector bracket does not fall into the sill.
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4. Connect the chassis plug and bracket (provided in the
glove box) to the chassis wiring harness and insert the
bracket back into the sill.
5. Connect the tailgate plug (provided in the glove box)
to the tailgate wiring harness to ensure that the terminals
do not corrode.
6. Tape the tailgate harness and bracket against the
forward-facing surface of the tailgate. This will prevent
damaging the connector and bracket when storing or
reinstalling the tailgate.

Removing the Tailgate

1. Disconnect the wiring harness for the rear camera (if
equipped), refer to "Disconnecting the Rear Camera — If
Equipped" above.
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