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Closing the tailgate
Lower the tailgate lid and press down
until it locks. To be sure the tailgate
lid is securely fastened, always
check by trying to pull it up again
without pressing the tailgate handle
button.
Information
In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.
Make certain that you close the
tailgate before driving your vehi-
cle. Possible damage may occur
to the tailgate struts and mount-
ing hinges if the tailgate is not
closed prior to driving.
Emergency tailgate safety
release
Your vehicle is equipped with an
emergency tailgate safety release
lever located on the bottom of the
tailgate inside the vehicle.
To unlock and open the tailgate man-
ually from inside the luggage com-
partment, perform the following
steps:
1. Insert the mechanical key from the
key fob or a small screwdriver into
the slot at the bottom of the tail-
gate inside the luggage compart-
ment.
NOTICE
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The tailgate swings upward.
Make sure no objects or people
are near the rear of the vehicle
when opening the tailgate.
WARNING
Do not hold on to or try to pull
on the tailgate strut. Be aware
that the deformation of the tail-
gate strut may cause vehicle
damage and risk of injury.
WARNING
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