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KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
Keyless tailgate unlock*
With keyless locking/unlocking, touching the
pressure-sensitive indentation on the tailgate
handle will unlock the tailgate.
NOTE
One of the vehicle's remote keys must be
within range behind the vehicle for unlock-
ing to be possible.
The tailgate is held closed by an electronic
locking mechanism.
To open:
1.
Lightly press the rubberized pressure plate
on the underside of the tailgate handle.
> The lock will disengage.
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Only in vehicles equipped with keyless locking and unlocking*.
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2. Lift the outer handle to open the tailgate.
CAUTION
Only light pressure on the rubberized
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pressure plate is necessary to release
the tailgate's locking mechanism.
Use the handle to lift the tailgate and do
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not apply force to the rubberized pres-
sure plate. Too much force can damage
the pressure plate's electrical connec-
tions.
Hands-free unlocking of the tailgate is also
possible using a foot movement under the rear
bumper; see the separate section.
WARNING
Do not drive with the tailgate open. Toxic
exhaust fumes can be sucked into the vehi-
cle through the cargo compartment.
Related information
Keyless locking and unlocking* (p. 254)
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Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces*
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(p. 253)
Remote key range (p. 242)
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Foot movement tailgate operation*
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(p. 264)
Antenna locations for the start and
lock system
The antennas for the keyless start system and
keyless locking system* are integrated in the
vehicle.
Location of the antennas:
Under the cup holder in the front section
of the tunnel console
In the upper front section of the left-side
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rear door
In the upper front section of the right-side
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rear door
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In the cargo compartment
* Option/accessory.
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