2009 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab Owner Manual - Page 160

158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE available from your authorized dealer. For safety reasons, follow all instructions on this important document. General Information The Manufacturer's Warranty does not apply to body modifications and special equipment, such as a camper unit, heaters, stoves, refrigerators, etc., supplied by manufacturers other than Chrysler LLC. For warranty coverage and service on these items, contact the applicable manufacturer. To mount a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed. Unlatch the tailgate and remove the support cables from the retainer pins. Raise the right side of the tailgate until the lower right side pivot clears the hanger bracket. Then slide the tailgate to the right to remove. Carbon Monoxide Warning-Vehicles Equipped With A Cap or Slide-In Campers To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with "Cap or Slide-In Campers" should extend beyond the overhanging camper compartment and be free of leaks. TAILGATE Tailgate Removal To simplify mounting a camper unit with an overhang, the tailgate can be removed quickly. Follow these steps: 1. Open the tailgate to a 45 degree angle. 2. Unclip and remove the cables from the box while maintaining a 45 degree angle.