User Manual - Page 90

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Lock The Vehicle
WARNING!
During power operation, personal injury or cargo
damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is
clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched
before driving away.
NOTE:
The liftgate will not power open or close if the gear
selector is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph
(0 km/h).
If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is
closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically re-
verse to the closed or open position, provided it meets
sufficient resistance.
There are pinch sensors attached to the side of the liftgate
opening. Light pressure anywhere along these strips will
cause the liftgate to return to the open position.
If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions
within the same cycle, the system will automatically stop. If
this occurs, the liftgate must be opened or closed manually.
The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures
below −22° F (−30° C) or temperatures about 150° F
(65° C). Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice
from the liftgate before pushing any of the power liftgate
switches.
If the liftgate is left open for an extended period of time,
the liftgate may need to be closed manually to reset
power liftgate functionality.
Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera-
ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when
opening the liftgate in cold weather.
Before driving off, check the instrument cluster for a
liftgate or door open message or warning indicator.
Failure to do this could result in unintentionally leaving
the liftgate open while driving.
If your liftgate is power closing and you put the vehicle
in gear, the liftgate will continue to power close. How-
ever, vehicle movement may result in a detection of an
obstruction.
If the electronic liftgate release handle is pushed with the
power liftgate is opening, the liftgate motor will disen-
gage to allow manual operation.
88 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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