Features of your vehicle
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Opening the liftgate (tailgate)
• The liftgate (tailgate) is locked or
unlocked when all doors are locked
or unlocked with the key, transmit-
ter (or smart key) or central door
lock switch.
• If unlocked, the liftgate (tailgate)
can be opened by pressing the
handle switch and then pulling the
handle up.
• Only the liftgate (tailgate) is
unlocked if the liftgate (tailgate)
unlock button on the smart key is
pressed (if equipped). Once the lift-
gate (tailgate) is opened and then
closed, the liftgate (tailgate) is
locked automatically.
The liftgate (tailgate) swings upward.
Make sure no objects or people are
near the rear of the vehicle when
opening the liftgate (tailgate).
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NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.
Closing the liftgate (tailgate)
To close the liftgate (tailgate), lower
and push down the liftgate (tailgate)
firmly. Make sure that the liftgate
(tailgate) is securely latched.
Make sure your hands, feet and other
parts of your body are safely out of
the way before closing the liftgate
(tailgate).
LIFTGATE (TAILGATE) (for manual liftgate (tailgate))
CAUTION
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Liftgate (Tailgate) lift
Make certain that you close the
liftgate (tailgate) before driving
your vehicle. Possible damage
may occur to the liftgate (tail-
gate) lift cylinders and attached
hardware if the liftgate (tailgate)
is not closed prior to driving.
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