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Automatically Opening and
Closing the Liftgate in “Hands
Free” Mode (if equipped)
With the doors locked, the system
must recognize the electronic key
near the liftgate.
To open the liftgate, stand behind
the center of the vehicle, and move
your foot under the bumper, making a
kicking movement.
Customizing the Liftgate
Opening Height
To avoid difficulties in tight spaces,
you can set the height at which the
liftgate opens.
To customize the liftgate opening
position, follow the steps below:
– open the liftgate manually and move it
to the position at which you want the
liftgate to open.
– press and hold one of the closing
buttons for at least five seconds
(successful acquisition is indicated by
the turn signals flashing
three times).
The liftgate is now programmed to open
to the set position.
DOORS
Closing the Liftgate
from the Inside
You can close the liftgate electronically
by pressing one of the two buttons on its
interior trim.
NOTE: You can stop the liftgate
movement by operating any of the
closing buttons.
Press to close the liftgate electronically
Press to close the liftgate and lock all
doors, including the liftgate
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