How To Set Up My PetSafe® Happy Ride® Telescoping Ramp With the Side Door Adaptor

Important Information

The side door adaptor is sold separately and can be purchased through our website here.


Large ClampsLarge Clamps

For the telescoping ramp, use the larger of the two clamps as shown above.

Assemble the Adaptor

Hook Clamp Over Arched RailHook Clamp Over Arched Rail

First hook the top part of the clamp over the top of the arched side rail, then rotate the clamp down so the bottom arm clicks into place on the underside of the ramp.

Insert Door Hanger Into Loop AdjustorInsert Door Hanger Into Loop Adjustor

Insert one prong of the door hanger into the loop of the strap next to the spring-loaded adjuster.

Insert Strap Into Plastic Clamp Of Ramp And AdjustorInsert Strap Into Plastic Clamp Of Ramp And Adjustor

Take the end of the strap and pass it through the hole at the top of the plastic clamp, then feed a few inches of the strap through the spring-loaded adjuster.

Install the Ramp With the Adaptor

Place Corner Of Ramp Onto BackseatPlace Corner Of Ramp Onto Backseat

Place the inside upper corner of the ramp on your vehicle’s seat.

Place Hanger Onto DoorPlace Hanger Onto Door

Place the rubber-coated door hanger on the door.

Adjust Strap From Adjustor To SecureAdjust Strap From Adjustor To Secure

Tighten the strap in the adjuster until the ramp is supported and level.

Acclimate and train your pet before using the ramp for the first time. For detailed instructions, visit our article How To Acclimate and Train My Pet To Use the PetSafe® Happy Ride® Telescoping Ramp.

When your pet is safely in the vehicle, lift the door hanger from the door. Remove the clamp from the ramp rail and slide the ramp back into itself. Then latch the safety strap and stow the ramp.


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