2-22 Keys and doors/Rear gate (5–door)
& Open/close
firmly until the latch engages.
when loading or unloading car-
go.
The rear gate can be lowered easily if you
pull it down holding the recessed grip.
NOTE
WARNING
If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due
. To prevent dangerous exhaust
to a discharged vehicle battery, a
gas from entering the vehicle,
malfunction in the door locking/unlock-
always keep the rear gate closed
ing system or other causes, you can
while driving.
unlock it by manually operating the
rear gate lock release lever. For the
. Do not attempt to shut the rear
procedure, refer to “Rear gate – if the
gate while holding the recessed
rear gate cannot be opened” F9-18.
grip. Also avoid closing the rear
gate by pulling on the recessed
grip from inside the cargo space.
To open:
There is a danger of your hand
First unlock the rear gate lock then push
being caught and injured.
the rear gate opener button.
CAUTION
. Do not jam a plastic bag in or
place cellophane tape on the rear
gate stays or scratch the stays
while loading or unloading cargo.
That could cause leakage of gas
from the stays, which may result
in their inability to hold the rear
gate open.
. Be careful not to hit your head or
face on the rear gate when open-
To close:
ing or closing the rear gate and
Lower the rear gate slowly and push down
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