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Power Liftgate (If Equipped)
WARNING:
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING:
Make sure that you fully close the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumes from entering your vehicle. If you are unable to fully close the liftgate, open the air vents or the windows to allow fresh air to enter your vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING:
Keep keys out of reach of children. Do not allow children to operate or play near an open or moving power liftgate. You should supervise the operation of the power liftgate at all times. |
Note:
Make sure that you close the liftgate before operating or moving your vehicle, especially in an enclosure, like a garage or a parking structure.This could damage the liftgate and its components.
Note:
Do not hang anything, for example a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate.This could damage the liftgate and its components.
The liftgate only operates with the transmission in park (P).
If there is a problem with the open or close request, a tone sounds for one of the following reasons:
- The ignition is on and the transmission is not in park (P).
- The battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage.
- The liftgate is not fully closed and your vehicle speed is at or above 3 mph (5 km/h).
If the liftgate starts to close after it has fully opened, this indicates there may be excessive weight on the liftgate or a possible strut failure. A repetitive tone sounds and the liftgate closes under control. Remove any excessive weight from the liftgate. If the liftgate continues to close after opening, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Opening and Closing the Liftgate
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WARNING:
Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate area before using the power liftgate control. |
Note:
Make sure the area behind your vehicle is free from obstruction and that there is enough room for you to operate the liftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle, for example a wall, garage door or another vehicle may come into contact with the moving liftgate.This could damage the liftgate and its components.
Note:
Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note:
Do not leave the liftgate open when you are driving.This could damage the liftgate and its components.
From the Instrument Panel
With the transmission in park (P), press the button on the instrument panel. |
Remote Control
Press the button twice within three seconds. |
Outside Control Button
Opening the Liftgate
- Unlock the liftgate with the remote control or power door unlock control.If an intelligent access key is within 3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgate unlocks when you press the liftgate release button.
- Press the button located in the top of the liftgate pull-cup handle.
Note:
Allow the power system to open the liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the system’s obstacle detection feature and stop the power operation or reverse its direction, replicate a strut failure, or damage mechanical components.
Closing the Liftgate
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WARNING:
Keep clear of the liftgate when using the rear switch. |
Press and release the liftgate control button in the rear cargo area.
Stopping the Liftgate Movement
Note:
Do not apply sudden excessive force to the liftgate while it is in motion.This could damage the power liftgate and its components.
You can stop the liftgate movement by doing any of the following:- Pressing the liftgate control button.
- Pressing the liftgate button on the remote control twice.
- Pressing the liftgate button on the instrument panel.
Obstacle Detection
When Closing
The system stops when it detects an obstacle. A tone sounds and the system reverses to open.Once your remove the obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
Note:
Entering your vehicle while the liftgate is closing can cause your vehicle to bounce and activate obstacle detection. To prevent this, let the power liftgate close completely before you enter your vehicle. Before driving off, check the instrument cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or warning indicator. Failure to do this could result in unintentionally leaving the liftgate open while driving.
When Opening
The system stops when it detects an obstacle and a tone sounds. Once you remove the obstacle, you can continue to operate the liftgate.
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