2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 285

Driver Controls TAILGATE REMOVAL Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip (on each connector) past the head of the support screw. Disconnect the cables. 3. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle and remove it from the left and right hinges. To install, follow the removal procedures 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. CARGO CAGE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo cage designed to extend the pickup box for larger loads. 55