Emergency liftgate safety release
To unlock and open the liftgate manually from inside the luggage compartment, perform the following procedure:
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Insert a long, flat object into the opening at the bottom of the liftgate.
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Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow to unlock the liftgate.
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Push the liftgate to open.
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You and your passengers must be aware of the location of the Emergency Liftgate Safety Release lever in this vehicle and how to open the liftgate in case you are accidentally locked in the liftgate.
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NEVER allow anyone to occupy the liftgate of the vehicle at any time. If the liftgate is partially or totally latched and the person is unable to get out, serious injury or death could occur due to lack of ventilation, exhaust fumes and rapid heat build-up, or because of exposure to cold weather conditions. The liftgate is also a highly dangerous location in the event of a crash because it is not a protected occupant space but is a part of the vehicle's crush zone.
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Your vehicle should be kept locked and the Smart Key should be kept out of the reach of children. Parents should teach their children about the dangers of playing in liftgates.
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Use the release lever for emergencies only.
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No one should be allowed to occupy the cargo area of the vehicle at any time. The cargo area is a very dangerous location in the event of a crash.
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Use the release lever for emergencies only. Use with extreme caution, especially while the vehicle is in motion.
Make sure there are no people or objects around the liftgate before opening or closing the liftgate. Wait until the liftgate is open fully and stopped before loading or unloading cargo from the vehicle.
Do not grasp the part supporting the liftgate (gas lifter), as this may cause serious injury.
