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WARNING
•
Before closing the hood, ensure
all obstructions are removed from
around the hood opening.
•
Always double check to be sure that
the hood is firmly latched before
driving away. Check there is no
hood open warning light or message
displayed on the instrument cluster.
Driving with the hood opened may
cause a total loss of visibility, which
might result in an accident.
•
Do not move the vehicle with the
hood in the raised position, as vision
is obstructed, which might result in
an accident, and the hood could fall
or be damaged.
Liftgate
Opening the liftgate
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Before attempting to open the liftgate,
make sure the vehicle is in PARK (P). To
open the liftgate, perform the following.
1. Unlock the vehicle using either the
remote key fob (Key Start vehicles),
the Smart Key (Push Button Start
vehicles), or the Unlock button on the
driver side armrest.
2. From outside the vehicle, press the
liftgate handle
Closing the liftgate
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Lower the liftgate lid and press down
until it locks. To be sure the liftgate lid is
securely fastened, always check by trying
to pull it up again without pressing the
liftgate handle button.
Information
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.
NOTICE
Make certain that you close the liftgate
before driving your vehicle. Possible
damage may occur to the liftgate struts
and mounting hinges if the liftgate is
not closed prior to driving.