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Features of your vehicle
Opening the tailgate
The power tailgate will open auto-
matically by doing one of the follow-
ing:
• Press the tailgate unlock button on
the transmitter or smart key.
• Press the power tailgate open but-
ton.
WARNING
• Make sure there are no people
or objects around the tailgate
before operating the power
tailgate. Wait until the tailgate
is opened fully and stopped
before loading or unloading
cargo or passengers from the
vehicle.
• During power operation, seri-
ous personal injury or cargo
damage may occur. Make sure
the tailgate is CLOSED and
latched before driving.
CAUTION
Do not close or open the power
tailgate manually during auto-
matic operation. This may cause
damage to the power tailgate or
to the vehicle.
If it is necessary to close or
open the power tailgate manual-
ly when the battery is dis-
charged or disconnected, make
sure the tailgate is not in opera-
tion. Switch the power tailgate
to the off position. Do not apply
excessive force.
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