2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab User Guide - Page 48

UTILITY • To install the bed extender into the storage position, perform the following: • Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate the center handle vertically to release the extender side gates. • With the side gates open, position the extender fully forward in the bed against the front panel. • Rotate the side gates closed allowing the outboard ends to be positioned in front of the cargo tie-down loops. • Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position. • Lock the center handle using the vehicle key to secure the panel into place and assist against theft. Extender Position • The bed extender will add an additional 15 in (38 cm) in the back of the truck when additional cargo room is needed. • To install the bed extender into the extender position, perform the following: • Lower the tailgate. • Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the center handle vertically in order to release the extender side gates. • Fit the end of the side gate ends onto the pin and handle. • Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secure into place. WARNING! To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage: • Cargo must be secured. • Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle. • Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie-downs. • Extender should not be used as cargo tie-down. • When vehicle is in motion do not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg) load on the tailgate. • The bed extender is not intended for off road use. • When not in use, the extender/divider should be in stowed or divider position with the tailgate closed. • When in use, all handles are to be in the locked position. Divider Position • There are 11 divider slots along the bed inner panels which allow for various positions to assist in managing your cargo. • To install the bed extender into a divider position perform the following: • Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate the center handle vertically to release the extender side gates. • With the side gates open, position the extender so the outboard ends align with the intended slots in the sides of the bed. • Rotate the side gates closed so that the outboard ends are secured into the intended slots of the bed. • Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side gates in the closed position. • Lock the center handle to secure the panel into place and assist against theft. 46