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Features of your vehicle
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Liftgate
Liftgate
When you open the liftgate, you will
see a space where you can load the
cargo.
Opening the liftgate
The liftgate is locked or unlocked
when all doors are locked or
unlocked with the key, smart key or
central door lock/unlock switch.
CAUTION
Liftgate lift
Make certain that you close the lift
-
gate before driving your vehicle.
Possible damage may occur to the
liftgate lift cylinders and attached
hardware if the liftgate is not closed
prior to driving.
䳜 Only the liftgate is unlocked if the
liftgate unlock button on the
smart key is pressed for approxi
-
mately 1 second.
䳜 If unlocked, the liftgate can be
opened by pressing the handle
and pulling it up.
䳜 Once the liftgate is opened and
then closed, the liftgate locks
automatically. (All doors must be
locked.)
NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.
WARNING
The liftgate swings upward. Make
sure no objects or people are near
the rear of the vehicle when opening
the liftgate.
Closing the liftgate
Lower and push down the liftgate
firmly. Make sure that the liftgate is
securely latched.
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