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Note:
Allow the power system to open the
liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate could activate the system’ s obstacle
detection feature and stop the power
operation or reverse its direction, replicate
a strut failure, or damage mechanical
components.
Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example a
bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This
could damage the liftgate and its
components.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open while
driving. This could damage the liftgate and
its components.
Switching the Power Liftgate On or Off
You can switch the power liftgate on or off
through the vehicle settings on your
touchscreen.
When switched off, the liftgate only unlatches
and does not power open or close. Opening the Liftgate Using the Remote
Control Press the remote control button
twice within a few seconds.
Opening the Hands-Free Liftgate (If
Equipped)
Make sure you have the passive key within
3 ft (1 m)
of the liftgate.
1. Stand behind your vehicle, and face the liftgate.
2. Move your foot, in a single-kick motion, without pausing, under and away from
the rear bumper detection area. 3. The liftgate opens.
Avoid the following actions when using the
hands-free opening feature:
•
Making physical contact with the bumper.
• Holding your foot under the bumper.
• Sweeping your foot from side to side, or
kicking at an odd angle.
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Detection Zones
Vehicles Without a Trailer Hitch
The detection area is in the center of the rear
bumper.
Vehicles With a Trailer Hitch The detection area is on the left-hand side
and right-hand side of the hitch, between the
exhaust and the hitch.
Note:
Allow the power system to open the
liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate may activate the system’ s obstacle
detection feature and stop the power
operation or reverse its direction, replicate
a strut failure, or damage mechanical
components.
Note: Splashing water may cause the
hands-free liftgate to open. Keep the
passive key away from the rear bumper
detection area when you wash your vehicle. SETTING THE LIFTGATE OPENING
HEIGHT
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Stop the liftgate movement by pressing
the control button on the liftgate when it
reaches the desired height.
Note: Once the liftgate stops moving, you
can manually move it to the desired height.
3. Press and hold the control button on the
liftgate until a tone sounds, indicating
programming is complete.
Note: You can only use the liftgate control
button to program the height.
Note: You cannot program the height if the
liftgate position is too low.
4. The power liftgate now opens at the programmed height. To change the
programmed height, repeat the steps.
Note: You can fully open the liftgate by
manually pushing it upward to the maximum
open position if it opens in a lower position.
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Note:
The system recalls the new
programmed height until you reprogram it,
even if you disconnect the battery.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE
Closing the Liftgate From Inside Your
Vehicle WARNING: Make sure that you fully
close the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumes
from entering your vehicle. If you are
unable to fully close the liftgate, open the
air vents or the windows to allow fresh air
to enter your vehicle. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death. WARNING:
Make sure all persons
are clear of the power liftgate area before
using the power liftgate control. With the transmission in park (P),
press the button on the instrument
panel. Note:
Make sure that you close the liftgate
before operating or moving your vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or
a parking structure. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure the area behind your
vehicle is free from obstruction and that
there is enough room for you to operate the
liftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,
for example a wall, garage door or another
vehicle may come into contact with the
moving liftgate. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure that you fully close the
liftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.
Closing the Liftgate From Outside Your
Vehicle WARNING:
Make sure all persons
are clear of the power liftgate area before
using the power liftgate control. WARNING:
Make sure that you fully
close the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumes
from entering your vehicle. If you are
unable to fully close the liftgate, open the
air vents or the windows to allow fresh air
to enter your vehicle. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death. Press and release the liftgate button.
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Note:
Make sure that you close the liftgate
before operating or moving your vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or
a parking structure. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure the area behind your
vehicle is free from obstruction and that
there is enough room for you to operate the
liftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,
for example a wall, garage door or another
vehicle may come into contact with the
moving liftgate This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure you fully close the liftgate
to prevent cargo from falling out.
Closing the Liftgate Using the Remote
Control Press the remote control button
twice within three seconds. Closing the Hands-Free Liftgate (If
Equipped)
Make sure you have the passive key within
3 ft (1 m)
of the liftgate.
1. Stand behind your vehicle, and face the liftgate.
2. Move your foot, in a single-kick motion, without pausing, under and away from
the rear bumper detection area. 3. The liftgate closes.
Avoid the following actions when using the
hands-free opening feature:•
Making physical contact with the bumper.
• Holding your foot under the bumper.
• Sweeping your foot from side to side, or
kicking at an odd angle.
Detection Zones
Vehicles Without a Trailer Hitch The detection area is in the center of the rear
bumper.
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Vehicles With a Trailer Hitch
The detection area is on the left-hand side
and right-hand side of the hitch, between the
exhaust and the hitch.
Note:
Allow the power system to close the
liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate may activate the system’ s obstacle
detection feature and stop the power
operation or reverse its direction, replicate
a strut failure, or damage mechanical
components. Note:
Splashing water may cause the
hands-free liftgate to open. Keep the
passive key away from the rear bumper
detection area when you wash your vehicle.
STOPPING THE LIFTGATE
MOVEMENT
Note: Do not apply sudden excessive force
to the liftgate while it is in motion. This could
damage the power liftgate and its
components.
Note: Selections will vary depending on
region or options.
You can stop the liftgate movement by doing
any of the following:
• Pressing the outside liftgate control
button.
• Pressing the inside liftgate control button.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the remote
control twice. •
Pressing the liftgate button on an
authorized device.
• Moving your foot under and away from
the center rear bumper in a single-kick
motion.
LIFTGATE OBSTACLE DETECTION
Closing the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle. A tone sounds and the system
reverses to open. Once you remove the
obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
Note: To prevent accidental obstacle
detection, let the power liftgate close
completely before you enter your vehicle.
Opening the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle and a tone sounds. Once you
remove the obstacle, you can continue to
operate the liftgate.
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LIFTGATE – TROUBLESHOOTING
Liftgate – Information Messages
Action
Message
The liftgate is not completely closed. Close the liftgate.
Liftgate Ajar
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Liftgate – Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my power liftgate function?
Make sure the transmission is in park
(P), ensure nothing is obstructing the
liftgate path and there is not excessive
weight on the liftgate. If there are
continued issues, the battery voltage
may be low or other system issues. See
an authorized dealer.
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
What Is the Passive Anti-Theft System
The passive anti-theft system prevents
someone from starting the vehicle with an
incorrectly coded key.
Arming the Passive Anti-Theft System
The Passive Anti-Theft System arms
automatically after a short period of time
when you switch the ignition off.
Disarming the Passive Anti-Theft
System
The engine immobilizer disarms when you
switch the ignition on with a correctly coded
key.
Note:
You could have difficulty starting the
vehicle if you have metallic objects,
electronic devices or a second coded key
on the same key chain. ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
What Is the Anti-Theft Alarm System
The Anti-Theft Alarm System warns you of
an unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
How Does the Anti-Theft Alarm System
Work
When armed, the anti-theft alarm is triggered
in any of the following ways:
•
If someone opens a door, the liftgate or
the hood without a correctly coded key
or remote control.
• If you turn the power on without a
correctly coded key.
• If the interior sensors detect movement
inside your vehicle.
• If the inclination sensors detect an
attempt to raise your vehicle.
• If someone disconnects the vehicle
battery or the battery backup alarm. If the anti-theft alarm is triggered, the alarm
horn sounds for 30 seconds and the
direction indicators flash for 5 minutes.
Any further attempts to carry out one of the
above sounds the alarm again.
What Is the Perimeter Alarm
The perimeter alarm is designed to detect
unauthorized access to your vehicle.
What Are the Interior Sensors
The interior sensors are designed to detect
any movement inside your vehicle.
The interior sensors are in the overhead
console.
Note:
Do not cover the interior sensors.
What Are the Inclination Sensors
The inclination sensor is designed to detect
an attempt to raise your vehicle, for example
to remove a wheel or to tow it away.
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