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NOTICE
Make certain that you close the
tailgate before driving your vehi-
cle. Possible damage may occur to
the tailgate lift cylinders and
attaching hardware if the tailgate
is not closed prior to driving.
Closing the tailgate
To close the tailgate, lower and push
down the tailgate firmly. Make sure
that the tailgate is securely latched.
WARNING
Make sure your hands, feet and
other parts of your body are safely
out of the way before closing the
tailgate.
CAUTION
Make sure nothing is near the tail-
gate latch and striker whilst clos-
ing the tailgate. It may damage the
tailgate's latch.
WARNING
Exhaust fumes
If you drive with the tailgate
opened, you will draw dangerous
exhaust fumes into your vehicle
which can cause serious injury or
death to vehicle occupants.
If you must drive with the tailgate
opened, keep the air vents and all
windows open so that additional
outside air comes into the vehicle.
WARNING
Always keep the tailgate lid com-
pletely closed while the vehicle is
in motion. If it is left open or ajar,
poisonous exhaust gases contain-
ing carbon monoxide (CO) may
enter the vehicle and serious ill-
ness or death may result.
WARNING
Rear cargo area
Occupants should never ride in the
rear cargo area where no restraints
are available. To avoid injury in the
event of an accident or sudden
stops, occupants should always be
properly restrained.
