Features of your vehicle
TAILGATE
Closing the tailgate
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NOTICE
The central door lock system will oper-
ate only when all doors and tailgate are
closed.
To close the tailgate, lower and push
down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that
the tailgate is securely latched.
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NOTICE
WARNING - Exhaust
fumes
If you drive with the tailgate
opened, you will draw dangerous
exhaust fumes into your vehicle
which can cause serious injury or
death to vehicle occupants.
If you must drive with the tailgate
opened, keep the air vents and all
windows open so that additional
outside air comes into the vehicle.
In cold and wet climates, door lock and
door mechanisms may not work proper-
ly due to freezing conditions.
WARNING
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Make sure no objects or people are
near the rear of the vehicle when
opening the tailgate.
Opening the tailgate
• The tailgate is locked or unlocked by
turning the key to the "Lock" or
"Unlock" position. (if equipped)
• The tailgate is locked or unlocked
when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the remote key, smart key or cen-
tral door lock/unlock switch.
• If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened
by pulling up the handle.
CAUTION
Make certain that you close the tail-
gate before driving your vehicle.
Possible damage may occur to the
tailgate lift cylinders and attaching
hardware if the tailgate is not
closed prior to driving.
WARNING - Rear cargo
area
Occupants should never ride in the
rear cargo area where no restraints
are available. To avoid injury in the
event of an accident or sudden
stops, occupants should always be
properly restrained.
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