Liftgate (Tailgate); Non-Powered Liftgate (Tailgate) - Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Owner's Manual

Features of your vehicle

LIFTGATE (TAILGATE)

Non-powered liftgate
(tailgate)
Opening the liftgate (tailgate)
• The liftgate (tailgate) is locked or
unlocked when all doors are locked
or unlocked with either the key, the
transmitter, the smart key, or the
central door lock switch.
• If unlocked, the liftgate (tailgate)
can be opened by pressing the
handle switch and pulling the han-
dle up.
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• Only the liftgate (tailgate) is
unlocked if the liftgate (tailgate)
unlock button on the transmitter or
smart key is pressed for about 1
second, or the liftgate (tailgate)
handle button is pressed when the
smart key is detected.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.
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WARNING
The liftgate (tailgate) swings
upward. Make sure no objects
or people are near the rear of
the vehicle when opening the
liftgate (tailgate).
CAUTION
Make certain that you close the
liftgate (tailgate) before driving
your vehicle. Possible damage
may occur to the liftgate (tail-
gate) lift cylinders and attached
hardware if the liftgate (tailgate)
is not closed prior to driving.