CLOSING THE TAILGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
You can close the power tailgate by:
•
Pressing the tailgate button on your
remote control twice within three
seconds.
•
Pressing the button on the tailgate
once.
Note:
A tone sounds while the tailgate
closes.
Note:
The tailgate stops and reverses if it
detects an obstruction when closing.
Lift-to-Close
To close the tailgate automatically using
lift-to-close, lift the tailgate approximately
4 in (10 cm) and hold it for a few seconds.
Note:
If the tailgate position is more than
halfway open, it may not close
automatically.
Manual Close
You can close the tailgate manually when
you lift the tailgate in a continuous motion.
If you stop the tailgate motion, the
lift-to-close feature engages and power
closes the tailgate.
Putting the Tailgate in Manual Mode
You can put the tailgate in manual mode
through the vehicle settings in your
touchscreen.
Note:
In manual mode, the tailgate only
opens by the tailgate release button on the
tailgate and messaging is reduced.
Note:
A pop-up message appears on the
touchscreen if you press the tailgate button
on the instrument panel when the tailgate
is in Manual mode.
CLOSING THE TAILGATE USING
THE REMOTE CONTROL
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Press the remote control button
twice within three seconds.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE
WARNING:
Always properly secure
cargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargo
falling from the vehicle. Failure to do so
could result in compromised vehicle
stability and serious personal injury to
vehicle occupants or others.
WARNING:
The tailgate is heavy.
Removal of the tailgate requires two
adults. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or property
damage.
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1.
Put the tailgate into manual mode by
accessing the vehicle settings using the
touchscreen.
2. Open the tailgate.
3. Disconnect the power door locks in-line
connector. It is under the pickup box
on the right-hand side of the vehicle
near the spare tire.
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2023 F-150 (TFD) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202206, DOM
Tailgate - Vehicles With: Power Tailgate
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