GMC HUMMER EV 2023 Owner's Manual page 22

to be opened alone. To enable the inner
tailgate function, hold Button 1 on the
tailgate handle for 3 seconds while the
remote key is within 1 m (3 feet) until the
tail lamps flash. The inner tailgate can now
be opened separately from the outer
tailgate.
Caution
To avoid vehicle damage, do not open
the inner tailgate when the primary
tailgate is open if there is not enough
distance to the attached hitch ball or
trailer.
To close the inner tailgate with the primary
tailgate closed, firmly push or pull it upward
until it latches. Pull it back to be sure it is
latched securely.
To close the inner tailgate with the primary
tailgate open:
Hold the primary tailgate and firmly close
the inner tailgate.
Raise the inner tailgate so it meets the
primary tailgate and close together at the
same time.
When using the tailgate step as a load stop,
the load must be secured as the load could
shift. See Cargo Tie-Downs 0 84.
Tailgate Step
Warning
To avoid personal injury, keep hands
away from the hinges when operating
the tailgate step.
With the primary and inner tailgates open,
the tailgate step can be lowered to access
the pickup bed.
Keys, Doors, and Windows
Using the Step
Caution
When using the tailgate as a step, the
load rating is 170 kg (375 lb), which
includes a person and cargo. Overloading
the tailgate step can cause damage to
the tailgate system.
To lower the tailgate step, press the
button at the center of the step. Make
sure it lowers to the fully open position.
To close the tailgate step, lift it firmly.
Make sure that both side latches are
engaged.
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