WARNING   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   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 tailgate, 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   WARNING:  Make sure that you fully close the liftgate to prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

Note:   Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note:   Do not hang anything, for example a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate.This could damage the liftgate and its components.
Note:   Do not leave the liftgate open when driving.This could damage the liftgate and its components.
Opening the Liftgate
Manually Opening the Liftgate
Manual Liftgate Switch
  1. Press the button inside the liftgate handle.
  1. Pull the liftgate upward.
Remote Control
Liftgate Ajar  Press twice within a few seconds to unlatch the liftgate.
Closing the Liftgate
Manual Liftgate Handle to Close
A handle is located inside the liftgate to help with closing.