Suzuki 2008 XL7 Owner's Manual page 60

FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Liftgate
WARNING
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate or liftglass open because car-
bon monoxide (CO) gas can come
into your vehicle. You cannot see or
smell CO. It can cause unconscious-
ness and even death. If you must
drive with the liftgate open or if elec-
trical wiring or other cable connec-
tions must pass through the seal
between the body and the liftgate or
liftglass:
• Make sure all other windows are
shut.
• Turn the fan on your climate con-
trol system to its highest speed
and select the control setting that
will force outside air into your vehi-
cle. See "Climate Control System"
in the Index.
• If you have air outlets on or under
the instrument panel, open them all
the way. Refer to "Engine Exhaust"
in this section.
To unlock the liftgate, press the unlock but-
ton on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter twice or use the power door
lock switch.
To lock the liftgate, press the lock button
on the RKE transmitter or use the power
door lock switch. The liftgate does not
have a key lock cylinder.
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To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on
the underside of the liftgate handle and
pull up.
When closing the liftgate, use the molded
handles to pull the liftgate down. Push the
liftgate closed until it latches.
Liftgate Operation with Loss of Power
The liftgate is equipped with an electric
latch. If the battery is disconnected or has
low voltage, the liftgate will not open.
To open the liftgate if this happens,
remove the interior trim plug located at the
base of the liftgate from inside the vehicle.
Use a tool to push the service release
lever located on the latch until you hear or
feel the gate release.
The liftgate can now be opened and closed
manually. You will need to use this proce-
dure to open the liftgate until the power is
restored.
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