
3.Insert a screwdriver, and carefullyremove the battery.
4.Install a new battery with the + facingupward.
5.Reinstall the battery housing coveronto the transmitter and install the keyblade.
Dispose of old batteries in anenvironmentally friendly way.Seek advice from your localauthority about recycling old batteries.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does not erasethe programmed key from your vehicle. Theremote control should operate normally.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
You can purchase replacement keys orremote controls from an authorized dealer.Authorized dealers can program remotecontrols for your vehicle.
Note: Your vehicle keys came with asecurity label that provides important keycut information. Keep the label in a safeplace for future reference.
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE
CONTROL - VEHICLES WITH:
FLIP KEY
General Information
You can program your own remote controlto your vehicle. This procedure programsboth the engine immobilizer keycode andthe remote entry portion of the remotecontrol to your vehicle.
Only use remote controls with anintegrated mechanical key.
You must have two previouslyprogrammed coded remote controls andthe new un–programmed remote readilyaccessible. Contact an authorized dealerto have the spare remote controlprogrammed if the two previouslyprogrammed coded remote controls arenot available.
Read and understand the entire procedurebefore you begin.
Steps for Programming Your SpareRemote Control
1.Insert the first previously programmedcoded key into the ignition.
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Note:All doors unlock if the two-stageunlocking feature is disabled. See KeylessEntry Settings (page 85).
Unlocking All Doors
Enter the factory-set code or your personalcode, then press 3-4 within five seconds.
To Release the Remote PowerRelease Tailgate
Enter the factory-set code or your personalcode, then press 5-6 control within fiveseconds.
Locking the Doors
Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 at the sametime with the driver door closed.
Note:You do not need to enter the codefirst.
KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD –
TROUBLESHOOTING
KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does the keypad not accept theaccess code?
If you enter the access code too faston the keypad, the unlock functionmay not work. Slowly re-enter theaccess code.
Why does the keypad not function?
The keypad goes into an anti-scanmode if you enter a wrong code seventimes. The anti-scan mode disablesthe keypad for one minute and the redlight flashes.
KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD
VIDEOS
SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad Video Link
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TAILGATE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: It is extremelydangerous to ride in a cargo area, insideor outside of a vehicle. In a crash, peopleriding in these areas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed. Do not allowpeople to ride in any area of your vehiclethat is not equipped with seats andseatbelts. Make sure everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat and properly using aseatbelt. Failure to follow this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
OPENING THE TAILGATE
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
Pull up on the handle to release thetailgate.
Note:You may need to unlock the tailgatefirst.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE
WARNING: Always properly securecargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargofalling from the vehicle. Failure to do socould result in compromised vehiclestability and serious personal injury tovehicle occupants or others.
WARNING: The tailgate is heavy.Removal of the tailgate requires twoadults. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or propertydamage.
1.Obtain the tailgate removal kit fromthe glove compartment.
2.Locate and disconnect the frameconnections. They are on the left-handside of the vehicle.
Note:Your vehicle may have up to threeframe connections.
3.Install the protective caps on the in-lineconnector portion that remains underthe pickup box.
Note: If you do not install the caps on theconnectors, some features may not operateas intended.
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•Make sure you use the grab handlewhen climbing on the step.
•Do not use the step with bare feet.
•Make sure the step is clean before use.
•Keep the step load below the totalmaximum load of 350 lb (159 kg).
STOWING THE TAILGATE STEP
1.Press the yellow button on the handleto lower and then press the yellowlever at the bottom of the handle tounlock. Rotate the handle down fromthe vertical to the horizontal positionand push it into the tailgate.
2.Rotate the step up until it is horizontal,then push it back into the tailgate untilthe step is secure.
Note:Make sure to close and fully latch thestep before moving your vehicle. Do notdrive with the step or grab handle open.
Note:The power tailgate cannot close ifthe step is open. A warning messageappears and a tone sounds. After stowingthe step the power close function isrestored.
TAILGATE VIDEOS
Integrated Tailgate Step Video Link
Remote tailgate release Video Link
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Note:A tone sounds while the tailgatecloses.
Note:The tailgate stops and reverses if itdetects an obstruction when closing.
Lift-to-Close
To close the tailgate automatically usinglift-to-close, lift the tailgate approximately4 in (10 cm) and hold it for a few seconds.
Note:If the tailgate position is more thanhalfway open, it may not closeautomatically.
Manual Close
You can close the tailgate manually whenyou lift the tailgate in a continuous motion.
If you stop the tailgate motion, thelift-to-close feature engages and powercloses the tailgate.
Putting the Tailgate in Manual Mode
You can put the tailgate in manual modethrough the vehicle settings in yourtouchscreen.
Note:In manual mode, the tailgate onlyopens by the tailgate release button on thetailgate and messaging is reduced.
Note:A pop-up message appears on thetouchscreen if you press the tailgate buttonon the instrument panel when the tailgateis in Manual mode.
CLOSING THE TAILGATE USINGTHE REMOTE CONTROL
Press the remote control buttontwice within three seconds.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE
WARNING: Always properly securecargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargofalling from the vehicle. Failure to do socould result in compromised vehiclestability and serious personal injury tovehicle occupants or others.
WARNING: The tailgate is heavy.Removal of the tailgate requires twoadults. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or propertydamage.
1.Put the tailgate into manual mode byaccessing the vehicle settings using thetouchscreen.
2.Open the tailgate.
3.Disconnect the power door locks in-lineconnector located under the pickupbox on the right-hand side of thevehicle near the spare tire.
4.Install the protective cap on the in-lineconnector portion that remains underthe pickup box.
Note: The protective cap is in the glovecompartment.
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4.Pull the yellow handle stop backwardout of the tailgate until it fully extends.
5.To lock the handle in place, rotate thehandle up from the horizontal to thevertical position until you hear a click.
Note:Do not tow with the step or grabhandle.
Replace the slip resistance tape or grabhandle molding if it appears as worn ordamaged.
To reduce the risk of falling:
•Only operate the step when yourvehicle is on a level surface.
•Only operate the step in areas withsufficient lighting.
•Make sure you use the grab handlewhen climbing on the step.
•Do not use the step with bare feet.
•Make sure the step is clean before use.
•Keep the step load below the totalmaximum load of 350 lb (159 kg).
STOWING THE TAILGATE STEP
1.Press the yellow button on the handleto lower and then press the yellowlever at the bottom of the handle tounlock. Rotate the handle down fromthe vertical to the horizontal positionand push it into the tailgate.
2.Rotate the step up until it is horizontal,then push it back into the tailgate untilthe step is secure.
Note:Make sure to close and fully latch thestep before moving your vehicle. Do notdrive with the step or grab handle open.
Note:The power tailgate cannot close ifthe step is open. A warning messageappears and a tone sounds. After stowingthe step the power close function isrestored.
TAILGATE – TROUBLESHOOTING
TAILGATE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
The tailgate is not completely closed.Tailgate Ajar
You need to stow the tailgate step before the power tailgatecan close.Power Tailgate StowStep
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TAILGATE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: It is extremelydangerous to ride in a cargo area, insideor outside of a vehicle. In a crash, peopleriding in these areas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed. Do not allowpeople to ride in any area of your vehiclethat is not equipped with seats andseatbelts. Make sure everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat and properly using aseatbelt. Failure to follow this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
OPENING THE TAILGATE
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROMINSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
The vehicle must be in park (P) to operatethe tailgate.
Press the button on theinstrument panel twice withinthree seconds.
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
1.Unlock the vehicle with the remotecontrol or power door unlock control.
Note:If an intelligent access transmitter iswithin 3 ft (1 m) of the tailgate, the tailgateunlocks when you press the tailgate releasebutton.
2.Press the button in the top of thetailgate handle twice within threeseconds.
OPENING THE TAILGATE USINGTHE REMOTE CONTROL
Press the remote control buttontwice within three seconds.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE
WARNING: Always properly securecargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargofalling from the vehicle. Failure to do socould result in compromised vehiclestability and serious personal injury tovehicle occupants or others.
WARNING: The tailgate is heavy.Removal of the tailgate requires twoadults. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or propertydamage.
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4.Pull the yellow handle stop backwardout of the tailgate until it fully extends.
5.To lock the handle in place, rotate thehandle up from the horizontal to thevertical position until you hear a click.
Note:Do not tow with the step or grabhandle.
Replace the slip resistance tape or grabhandle molding if it appears as worn ordamaged.
To reduce the risk of falling:
•Only operate the step when yourvehicle is on a level surface.
•Only operate the step in areas withsufficient lighting.
•Make sure you use the grab handlewhen climbing on the step.
•Do not use the step with bare feet.
•Make sure the step is clean before use.
•Keep the step load below the totalmaximum load of 350 lb (159 kg).
STOWING THE TAILGATE STEP
1.Press the yellow button on the handleto lower and then press the yellowlever at the bottom of the handle tounlock. Rotate the handle down fromthe vertical to the horizontal positionand push it into the tailgate.
2.Rotate the step up until it is horizontal,then push it back into the tailgate untilthe step is secure.
Note:Make sure to close and fully latch thestep before moving your vehicle. Do notdrive with the step or grab handle open.
Note:The power tailgate cannot close ifthe step is open. A warning messageappears and a tone sounds. After stowingthe step the power close function isrestored.
TAILGATE – TROUBLESHOOTING
TAILGATE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
Reminder to check the tailgate due to it recently being openedfrom the remote control or the button on the instrument panelwhile the vehicle is on and the transmission is not in Park (P).
Check Tailgate Ajar
You must clear the message using the steering wheel controls.Repeatedly closing the tailgate will not clear the message.
Reminder to check if tailgate is closed securely. If messagepersists contact an authorized dealer.Power Tailgate SystemFault Service Now
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