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2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of
the hood and push the safety latch lever to the
left to release it, before raising the hood.
Safety Latch Location
T
O
C
LOSE
T
HE
H
OOD
Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from
the point where the props no longer hold the hood
open.
TAILGATE
O
PENING
The tailgate may be opened by pushing the tailgate
release pad located on the tailgate door.
The tailgate damper strut will lower the tailgate to
the open position (if equipped).
Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped
The key fob may be equipped with an
electronic release feature for the
tailgate, allowing hands-free tailgate
opening. To activate, push and release
the Tailgate Release button on the key fob twice
within five seconds. The tailgate door will unlatch,
and slowly lower into the open position.
If equipped, a button on the center overhead
console inside the vehicle can be used to release
the tailgate. An indicator light may also signal when
the tailgate is open.
For the tailgate to lower, the vehicle must be
stationary and in PARK or NEUTRAL.
NOTE:
The optional Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover
may prevent electronic tailgate release. The
Tonneau Cover must be removed or folded up
before releasing the tailgate.
C
LOSING
To close the tailgate, push it upward until both
sides are securely latched.
L
OCKING
T
AILGATE
The tailgate can be locked using the key fob lock
button.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving
your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it
could open when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the front center of the hood to ensure that both
latches engage.
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