Holden Equinox Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561772) -
2019 - crc - 6/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows
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Caution
Attempting to move the liftgate
too quickly and with excessive
force may result in damage to the
vehicle.
Operate the liftgate manually with a
smooth motion and moderate
speed. The system includes a
feature which limits the manual
closing speed to protect the
components.
Hands-Free Operation
If equipped, the liftgate may be
operated with a kicking motion
under the rear bumper between the
left exhaust pipe and the number
plate.
The liftgate will not operate if the
RKE transmitter is not within 1 m.
The hands-free feature will not work
while the liftgate is moving. To stop
the liftgate while in motion use one
of the liftgate buttons.
Kick Zone
The 'kick zone' is under the rear
bumper, between the left exhaust
pipe and the number plate. To
operate the hands-free liftgate,
move your foot towards the 'kick
zone' under the rear bumper and
then pull it back in one swift motion
Caution
Splashing water may cause the
liftgate to open. Keep the RKE
transmitter away from the rear
bumper detection area or turn the
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Caution (Continued)
liftgate mode to OFF when
cleaning or working near the rear
bumper to avoid accidental
opening.
.
Do not sweep your foot side
to side.
.
Do not keep your foot under the
bumper; the liftgate will not
activate.
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Do not touch the liftgate until it
has stopped moving.
.
This feature may be temporarily
disabled under some conditions.
If the liftgate does not respond to
the kick, open or close the
liftgate by another method or
start the vehicle. The feature will
be re-enabled.
When closing the liftgate using this
feature, there will be a short delay.
The tail lamps will flash and a chime
will sound. Step away from the
liftgate before it starts moving.
