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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
TAILGATE
O
PENING
The power 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 latched.
The tailgate can be locked using the key fob
lock button.
T
AILGATE
R
EMOVAL
NOTE:
Removing the tailgate will disable the rearview
camera function.
To remove the tailgate, follow the instructions
below:
1. Disconnect the wiring harness for the rear
camera and or power locks (if equipped)
2. Unlatch the tailgate and remove the support
cables by releasing the lock tang from the
pivot.
NOTE:
Make sure tailgate is supported when removing
support cables.
Locking Tang
3. Position the tailgate on a 45 degree angle.
4. Raise the right side of the tailgate until the
right side pivot clears the hanger bracket.
5. Slide the entire tailgate to the right to free
the left side pivot.
6. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle.
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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