2009 Hummer H3T Owner's Manual - Page 74

2-8 Features and Controls 2. Lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly. Remove the retaining cables from both sides of the pickup box by pulling the clips away from the bolt heads while pushing the cable bracket forward. When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt. 3. With the tailgate partially down, lift up on the passenger's side and pull the tailgate toward you, then move the tailgate to the right to release the driver's side. Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure it is secure. Tailgate Partially Down 2. Remove the retaining cable from the passenger side of the pickup box by pulling the clip away from the bolt head while pushing the cable bracket forward. When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt. To partially lower the tailgate: 1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly. Removing the Tailgate To remove the tailgate: 1. Open the tailgate fully and remove the retainer clip from the driver's side hinge. It is recommended that the retainer clip be stored in a safe place, like the glove box.