Opening and closing the power liftgate, 80 locks – FORD 2014 Flex v.1 User Manual

Page 81

WARNING: Keep keys out of the reach of children. Do not allow
children to operate the power liftgate, or to play near to an open

or moving power liftgate.

Note: Cycling the ignition while the liftgate is power closing and is near
the latch may cause the liftgate to reverse to full open position. Make
sure that the liftgate is closed before operating or moving the vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or a parking structure. The
liftgate or its components could be damaged.

Note: Do not drive with the liftgate open without first disabling the
power function and securing the liftgate to the vehicle.

Note: In case of operation in extreme cold -40°F (-40°C), or on extreme
inclines, manual operation of the liftgate is suggested.

You can enable or disable the power liftgate using the information
display. The remote control and instrument panel button will still operate
the liftgate regardless of the setting.

Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate

Note: The liftgate movement direction can be reversed with a second
press of the instrument panel, or the control button on the liftgate, or a
second double press of the transmitter button.

The liftgate will only operate with the vehicle in P.

A chime will sound three times as the liftgate begins to power close.
A single chime indicates a problem with the close request, caused by:
• the ignition is on and the transmission is not in P;
• or the battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage;
• or the vehicle speed is at or above 3 mph (5 km/h).
If the liftgate reverses and starts to close after an open request, a fast
continuous chime indicates excessive load on the gate or a possible strut
failure. See your authorized dealer if you still have a fast chime after the
load is removed.

To open or close from the instrument panel: Press the
instrument panel button.

To open or close with the remote control: Press the remote
control button twice within three seconds.

Locks

2014 Flex (471)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2013
USA (fus)