Seasoned truck owners know a heavy tailgate that’s difficult to open when holding cargo – or worse, one that slams down the moment the latch is released – makes loading cargo more difficult. Silverado’s new EZ Lift-and-Lower tailgate eliminates those compromises. An internal torsion bar reduces the effort to raise and lower it, while a rotary damper allows for a controlled and more gradual lowering motion when opening it. The tailgate is also easily removable without tools.
The EZ Lift-and-Lower tailgate is standard on double cab and crew cab models with LT or LTZ trim, as well as High Country models.
“The first time you use the Silverado’s tailgate, you’ll wonder where it’s been all your life,” said Gjestvang. “It’s one of the many features designed into the new truck that makes it easier to load, secure and keep tabs on cargo.”
To ensure loaded items remain in place while the vehicle is in motion, four integrated cargo tie-down provisions are built into the lower corners of the Silverado’s pickup box and new, adjustable upper tie-down hooks are available. The patented upper hooks – each rated at 250 pounds – can be placed in several locations around the upper bed rails, providing flexibility for securing loads of all shapes and sizes. Moving them is fast, easy and requires only a simple hand tool. Four of the hooks are included with the optional package, with additional hooks available as accessories from Chevrolet dealers.
A box light is standard and mounted above the rear window, providing illumination when loading at night or indoors, or when an owner simply needs to check his or her cargo from the cab. Available under-rail LED lights, located in the middle of the box, under the rails, enhance illumination and turn on with the standard overhead box lamp. They are included with all accessory tonneau covers, providing illumination for the box when the cover is in place.
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