2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Regular Cab Owner Manual - Page 47

Keys, Doors, and Windows To shut the tailgate, firmly push it upward until it latches. After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely. To remove the tailgate: 2-11 2. With the tailgate about halfway open, lift the right edge of the tailgate from the lower pivot. On vehicles with the tailgate assist feature, raise the tailgate nearly all the way to the closed position prior to removing the left edge. 3. Move the tailgate to the right and away to release the left edge. Reverse this procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure the tailgate is secure. Tailgate Removal The tailgate can be removed to allow for different loading situations. Assistance may be needed with the removal to avoid damage to the vehicle. On vehicles with a Rear Vision Camera, it must be disconnected before removing the tailgate. See Driver Assistance Systems on page 9-64. 1. Raise the tailgate and support it firmly. Pull out and hold the cable retaining clip (1). Push the cable (3) up and off of the bolt (2). Repeat on the other side.