- The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the key, transmitter, smart key or central door lock/unlock switch.
- When all doors are lock if the tailgate unlock button on the smart key
is pressed for more than 1 second, the tailgate is unlocked. Once the tailgate
is opened and then closed, the tailgate is locked automatically. If unlocked,
the tailgate can be opened by pressing the handle and pulling it up.
✽ NOTICE
- • In cold and wet climates door lock and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.
- • When jacking up the vehicle to change a tire or repair the vehicle,
do not operate the tailgate. This could cause the tailgate to close improperly.
CAUTION
Do not put any heavy object on the covering shelf. It may damage the covering
shelf.
WARNING
- • Do not put any object on the covering shelf. If the vehicle suddenly
stops or makes a curve, the object may injure passengers.
- • Watch out for the edge of the covering shelf, when you are using the
luggage room.You may injure yourself.
- • While operating the engine or when you turn off the engine, be careful
not to damage when you open the tailgate. The bumper may be heated by exhaust
gas.
To close the tailgate, lower and push down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that
the tailgate is securely latched.
WARNING - Exhaust fumes
If you drive with the tailgate open, you will draw danger ...