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Features of your vehicle Liftgate
Liftgate
When you open the liftgate, you will see
a space where you can load the cargo.
Opening the liftgate
The liftgate is locked or unlocked when
all doors are locked or unlocked with the
key, smart key or central door lock/
unlock switch.
Liftgate lift
Make sure that you close the liftgate
before driving your vehicle. Possible
damage may occur to the liftgate gas
lifters and attached hardware if the lift
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gate is not closed prior to driving.
僅 Only the liftgate is unlocked if the lift
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gate unlock button on the smart key is
pressed for approximately 1 second.
僅 If unlocked, the liftgate can be opened
by pressing the handle (1) and pulling
it up.
僅 Once the liftgate is opened and then
closed, the liftgate locks automati
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cally. (All doors must be locked.)
In cold and wet climates, door lock and
door mechanisms may not work prop
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erly due to freezing conditions.
The liftgate swings upward. Make sure
no objects or people are near the rear of
the vehicle when opening the liftgate.
Closing the liftgate
Lower and push down the liftgate firmly.
Make sure that the liftgate is securely
latched.
Make sure your hands, feet and other
parts of your body are safely out of the
way before closing the liftgate.
Rear Cargo Area
Occupants should never ride in the rear
cargo area where no restraints are avail
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able. Occupants should always be prop
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erly restrained.
Emergency liftgate safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with the emer
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gency liftgate safety release lever
located on the bottom of the liftgate.
When someone is inadvertently locked
in the luggage compartment.