Closing The Liftgate - Mazda CX-3 Owner's Manual

NOTE
When the liftgate latch is released by
pressing the electric liftgate opener,
the liftgate raises slightly to allow
it to be opened. If the liftgate is not
operated for a certain period of time
after the electric liftgate opener has
been pressed, the liftgate cannot be
raised any more from its slightly
raised position. Press the electric
liftgate opener again to fully open
the liftgate. To close the liftgate from
its slightly raised position, open it
fi rst by pressing the electric liftgate
opener, and waiting for 1 second or
longer then close it.
If the liftgate is not fully closed,
the driver is notifi ed by a warning
indicated in the instrument cluster.
If the vehicle battery is dead or there
is a malfunction in the electrical
system and the liftgate cannot be
unlocked, the liftgate can be opened
by performing the emergency
procedure.
Refer to When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened on page 7-55 .
Doors and Locks

Closing the liftgate

CAUTION
When closing the liftgate, return the
luggage board to its original position.
If the liftgate is closed with the luggage
board standing upright, the luggage
compartment cover could be damaged.
Luggage compartment cover
Luggage board
Lower the liftgate slowly using the liftgate
grip recess, then push the liftgate closed
using both hands.
Do not slam it. Pull up on the liftgate to
make sure it is secure.
Liftgate grip recess
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