2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA open liftgate

NOTE:If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”’ is programmed
in Uconnect Settings, all doors will unlock with a Passive
Entry handle activation. If ‘Unlock Driver Door 1st Press”
is programmed in Uconnect Settings, only the liftgate
will unlock. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multime-
dia” for further information.
Closing
To Close The Vehicle
Grasp the liftgate closing handle and initiate lowering the
liftgate. Release the handle when the liftgate takes over
the closing effort.
The liftgate can also be closed using the Rear Power
Liftgate button (If Equipped), located in the upper left
trim in the liftgate opening. Pushing button will only
close the liftgate. This button cannot be used to open the
liftgate. To Lock The Vehicle
With a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 3 ft (1 m)
of the liftgate, pushing the passive entry lock button
located to the right of the outside handle will lock the
vehicle.
Rear Power Liftgate Switch
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WARNING!
•Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep
the liftgate closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
• If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
Do not use the recirculation mode.
Power Liftgate — If Equipped
The power liftgate may be opened or closed in several
ways:
• Overhead console liftgate button •
RKE Key Fob
• Outside handle (opens liftgate only)
• Button just inside the liftgate on the upper left trim
(when liftgate is open)
• Hands-Free Liftgate – If Equipped
Using the above ways:
• when the liftgate is fully closed, the liftgate will open
• when the liftgate is fully open, the liftgate will close
• when the liftgate is moving, the liftgate will reverse
Push the Power Liftgate button on the Overhead Console
to open or close the liftgate.
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The RKE Key Fob and the overhead console button will
operate the liftgate when the liftgate is locked. Theoutside handle requires the liftgate to be unlocked. If the
vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, pulling the out-
side handle or Hands-Free Liftgate foot activation (if
equipped) will unlock and open the liftgate, with a valid
Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 3 ft (1 m) of the
liftgate handle.
NOTE:
To open or close the liftgate, the Hands-Free
Liftgate foot activation (if equipped) requires a valid
Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 3 ft (1 m) of the door
handle.
NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed
in Uconnect Settings, all doors will unlock with a Passive
Entry handle activation. If “Unlock Driver Door 1st
Press” is programmed in Uconnect Settings, only the
liftgate will unlock. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
Overhead Console Power Liftgate Power Switch
1 — Liftgate
2 — Right Sliding Door
3 — Side Door Lock Switch
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NOTE:Tones are sounded and the turn signals are
flashed with liftgate movements. These alerts can be
turned on or off in Uconnect Settings. Refer to “Uconnect
Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
Lock The Vehicle
With a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 3 ft (1 m)
of the liftgate, pushing the passive entry lock button
located to the right of the outside handle will lock the
vehicle.Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped
To open or close the liftgate using hands-free activation,
use a gentle straight forward and back kicking motion
under the vehicle activation zone in the general location
Hands-Free Liftgate Activation Zone
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below the liftgate door handle. Do not move your foot
sideways or in a sweeping motion or the sensors may not
detect the motion.
Vehicles Equipped With A Trailer Tow Package
If your vehicle is equipped with the Trailer Tow Pack-
age, the hands-free activation zone(s) for the Power
Liftgate will be located on the left and right side of the
receiver. Use the same gentile straight kicking motion
under either activation zone to open/close the Hands-
Free Liftgate.
NOTE:To open or close the Hands-Free Liftgate requires
a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob within 3 ft (1 m) of the
door handle. If a valid Passive Entry RKE Key Fob is not
within 3 ft (1 m), the liftgate will not respond to any
kicks. The Hands-Free Liftgate feature may be turned on or
off in Uconnect Settings. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information. The Hands-
Free Liftgate feature should be turned off during Jack-
ing, Tire Changing, and Service.
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
reverse 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.
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•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 release, but not power open or
close, in temperatures below 12° F (24° C). Be sure to
remove any buildup of snow or ice from the liftgate
before opening the liftgate.
• 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.
WARNING!
• Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep
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the liftgate closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
• If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
Do not use the recirculation mode.
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.
NOTE: Allow the power system to open the liftgate.
Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the
liftgate obstacle detection feature and stop the power
operation or reverse its direction.
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WARNING!
Flammable liquids and vapors can be ignited by
heat, sparks, or flames. Vapors from flammable liq-
uids may form an explosive mixture with the air.
Vapors may travel to source of ignition and cause an
explosion. Any disregard of this warning could result
in injury or death.
WARNING!
Do not leave the vacuum running while unattended.
Do not use with a missing or damage filter, as it will
allow debris to pass through the motor and possibly
damage it. Frequently check the filter to insure it is in
place and in good condition.Carbon Monoxide Gas
Do not leave the vehicle’s liftgate open
if the vehicle is running while the
vacuum is in use.
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as
a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the
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Liftgate Open Warning Light
Red Telltale LightWhat It Means
Liftgate Open Warning Light
This indicator will turn on when the liftgate is open.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving there will also be a single chime.
Hood Open Warning Light
Red Telltale
Light What It Means
Hood Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when the hood is ajar/open and not fully closed.
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