Features of your vehicle
106
TAILGATE
Opening the tailgate
• The tailgate unlocks by turning the key
to the "Unlock" position. The tailgate
locks automatically when it is closed.
• The tailgate unlocks by pulling up the
tailgate release lever.
• If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened
by pulling up the tailgate by the handle.
✽
NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, door lock and
door mechanisms may not work proper-
ly due to freezing conditions.
Closing the tailgate
• To close the tailgate, lower and push
down the tailgate firmly. Make sure the
tailgate is securely latched.
• The tailgate locks automatically when
it is closed.
WARNING
The tailgate swings upward. Make
sure no objects or people are near
the rear of the vehicle when open-
ing the tailgate.
CAUTION
Make certain that you close the tail-
gate before driving your vehicle.
Possible damage may occur to the
tailgate lift cylinders and attached
hardware if the tailgate is not
closed prior to driving.
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.
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.
OHA041011
OHA041012
O
O
p
p
e
e
n
n