TAILGATE
The power tailgate may be opened by pushing the tailgate release pad located on the tailgate door.
The tailgate damper strut will lower the tailgate to the open position (if equipped).
The key fob may be equipped with an 
electronic release feature for the tail-
gate, allowing hands-free tailgate
opening. To activate, push and release the Tailgate Release button on the key fob twice within five seconds. The tailgate door will unlatch, and slowly lower into the open posi- tion.
If equipped, a button on the center overhead console inside the vehicle can be used to release the tailgate.
The Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover (if equipped) may prevent Electronic Tailgate Release if installed. The Tonneau Cover must be removed or folded up before releasing the tailgate. Refer to “Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover — If Equipped” in this chapter for further information. To close the tailgate, push it upward until both sides are latched. Pull back on the tailgate firmly after closing to ensure it is securely latched. Your vehicle may be equipped with an extend- able bed step on the driver’s side of the tailgate to provide easier entry and exit into the truck bed.
Bed Step Location
1 — Bed Step 2 — Foot Tab
Bed Step Components
Bed Step (Extended)
To stow the bed step back under the tailgate, push the bed step forward with your foot until the bed step is retracted by the spring load.
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