Mitsubishi MOTORS Outlander PHEV 2017, Owner'S Manual

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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.
• Do not attach any plastic material, tape,
etc., to the gas struts.
• Do not tie string, etc., around the gas
struts.
• Do not hang any object on the gas struts.
Electric tailgate*
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Before operating the electric tailgate, unlock
the tailgate by using the keyless entry system,
keyless operation system, or the central door
locks.
Refer to “Keyless entry system” on page
4-03, “Keyless operation system” on page
4-06, or “Central door locks” on page 4-16.
Operating the electric tailgate
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WARNING
l The luggage area was not designed for
people to ride in it. Do not let your chil-
dren ride in or play in the luggage area.
Riding or playing in the luggage area
could result in a serious accident.
l Before driving, make sure the electric tail-
gate is securely closed.
If you drive with the tailgate open, there
is a danger of exhaust gas entering the ve-
hicle and causing carbon monoxide poi-
soning.
l For safety’s sake, the electric tailgate
should be operated by adults and not chil-
dren.
l When opening and closing the tailgate,
make sure that there are no people near-
by and be careful not to hit your head or
pinch your hands, neck, etc.
Make sure the electric tailgate is com-
pletely open before loading and unloading
luggage.
Electric tailgate*
4-20
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Locking and unlocking
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