Keep the tailgate fully latched, push the paddle and pull the handle beneath the lowering handle to open the 60 side, then use the inboard handle to open the 40 side.
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Verified for 2024 Ram 1500 trucks equipped with the 60/40 Multifunction Tailgate.
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- Ram 1500 equipped with 60/40 Multifunction Tailgate
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Verified for 2024 Ram 1500 trucks equipped with the 60/40 Multifunction Tailgate.
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Step by step.
- 01
Park and confirm the conventional tailgate is raised and fully latched.
- 02
Push the paddle down at the tailgate handle area.
- 03
Pull the swing-door release handle beneath the tailgate lowering handle to open the 60-percent door.
- 04
With the 60-percent door open, pull the inboard release handle on the 40-percent door.
- 05
Close and latch both swing doors securely before driving or lowering the tailgate.
Important limits
- The tailgate must be latched closed before the swing doors can open.
- Never carry passengers on the tailgate or in the pickup box.
- Check the hinge and latch area for cargo or fingers before closing.
Quick checks.
- ✓If a swing handle will not release, first confirm the main tailgate is fully latched.
- ✓Unlock the truck and tailgate with the key fob.
- ✓If either latch does not secure, do not drive until the obstruction or fault is corrected.
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2024 Ram 1500 Owner Handbook — Multifunction Tailgate
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