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Convenient features of your vehicle
Make certain that you close the
tailgate before driving your vehi-
cle. Possible damage may occur
to the tailgate struts and mount-
ing hinges if the tailgate is not
closed prior to driving.
Emergency tailgate safety
release
Your vehicle is equipped with an
emergency tailgate safety release
lever located on the bottom of the
tailgate inside the vehicle.
To unlock and open the tailgate man-
ually from inside the luggage com-
partment, perform the following
steps:
1. Remove the cover.
2. Push the release lever to the right.
3. Push the tailgate outward and
upward.
NOTICE
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The tailgate swings upward.
Make sure no objects or people
are near the rear of the vehicle
when opening the tailgate.
WARNING
Do not hold on to or try to pull
on the tailgate strut. Be aware
that the deformation of the tail-
gate strut may cause vehicle
damage and risk of injury.
WARNING
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Always keep the tailgate com-
pletely closed while the vehicle
is in motion. If it is left open or
ajar, poisonous exhaust gases
containing carbon monoxide
(CO) may enter the vehicle and
serious illness or death may
result.
WARNING
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