Mitsubishi MOTORS Outlander PHEV 2016, Owner'S Manual, Page: 77 / 490

WARNING
l When you open the tailgate make sure
that the tailgate is opened fully and re-
mains fully open. If you only open the tail-
gate halfway there is a risk that the tail-
gate may drop and slam shut. If you open
the tailgate whilst your vehicle is parked
on an incline it is more difficult to do so
than on the flat and also it may drop and
slam shut.
To lock/unlock
The tailgate can be locked or unlocked by us-
ing the central door lock switch (driver side).
LHD RHD
1- Lock
2- Unlock
NOTE
l Repeated continuous operating between lock
and unlock could cause the central door
locks’ built-in protection circuit to prevent
the system from operating. If this occurs,
wait approximately 1 minute before operat-
ing the central door lock switch.
To open
After unlocking the tailgate, push the tailgate
open switch (A) and pull up the tailgate.
NOTE
l The tailgate cannot be opened when the bat-
tery is flat or disconnected.
If you want to open the tailgate, it can be
opened by using the inside tailgate release.
Refer to “Inside tailgate release” on page
4-27.
To close
Pull the tailgate grip (B) downward as illus-
trated. Gently shut the tailgate from the out-
side so that it is completely closed. Always
ensure the tailgate is securely closed.
CAUTION
l When closing the tailgate, always ensure
your or other person’s fingers cannot be
caught by the tailgate.
NOTE
l Gas struts (C) are installed to support the
tailgate.
To prevent damage or faulty operation.
• Do not hold the gas struts when closing
the tailgate.
• Also, do not push or pull the gas struts.
Tailgate*
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Locking and unlocking
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