Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual page 268

KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
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sound if the key is not detected close
enough to the tailgate.
CAUTION
When operating the tailgate manually, open
and close it slowly. If you encounter resis-
tance, do not use force. This could lead to
damage and loss of function.
Interrupting opening or closing
Interrupt opening or closing by doing one of the
following:
• Press the button on the dashboard.
• Press the button on the remote key.
• Press the close button on the underside of
the tailgate.
• Press the rubberized pressure plate on the
underside of the tailgate's outer handle.
• Using a foot movement*.
Tailgate movement is interrupted and stops. The
tailgate can then be opened or closed manually.
If the tailgate stops near the closed position, it
will open the next time it is activated.
Pinch protection
If anything obstructs the tailgate with enough
force to prevent it from opening or closing, pinch
protection will be activated.
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• When opening - the tailgate will stop moving
and an audible signal will sound.
• When closing - the tailgate will stop, a long
audible signal will sound and the tailgate will
return to the programmed maximum opening
position.
WARNING
Be aware of the risk of injury when opening
and closing.
Before opening or closing, make sure that no
one is near the tailgate's range of motion.
Serious injury could occur.
Always operate the tailgate with caution.
Preloaded springs
Preloaded springs for the power tailgate.
WARNING
Do not attempt to open or access the preloa-
ded springs in the power tailgate struts. They
are preloaded with high pressure and can
cause injury if opened.
Related information
• Setting a maximum height for the power tail-
gate* (p. 267)
•
Foot movement tailgate operation* (p. 267)
• Remote key range (p. 246)
* Option/accessory.