Detachable dual-use platform apparatus and method

摘要: A vehicle is provided having a cargo area, passenger compartment, and detachable dual-use platform (308) which connectable to the area (20) form ramp, underside (51) of running board. The supported by brackets (40) at either end when used as board, includes an internal locking mechanism. apparatus also for accessing vehicle, including first locator portion that adjacent (20), step surface on one side second opposite side. portions are mutually engageable secure (20). method configuring alternate attachment adjacently compartment (13) board ramp.