2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 79

Controls and features To remove the cargo cage: 1. Extend the cargo cage. 2. Pull the round knobs on each side of the cage to unlock it. Make sure the locking clip screws are loose before removing the cargo cage. 3. Press the locking clips below the middle bar and lift the cargo cage out of the channels on the "D" pillar. To install the cargo cage, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. EXTERIOR TIEDOWN HOOKS Exterior tiedown hooks mounted on the side of the pickup box: • can be used to secure loads within the pickup box. • can be used to secure half the tonneau cover in an open position. • allow for continued use of the stake pockets. Each tiedown hook can secure loads of up to 350 kg (770 lbs.) inside the pickup box (total load not to exceed box payload of 1000kg (2,200 lbs)). Loads can be secured to the hooks with up to three wraps of 10 mm rope. 79