Cadillac ESCALADE EXT 2002 Manual page 87

If you lower the Midgate with the rear glass in the stored
position, you will notice that the entire crossbar (the bar
with the release handle) will lower with the Midgate.
This is completely normal; however, since the crossbar
lowers with the Midgate, it will be heavier. As you
lower the Midgate in this configuration be ready for the
extra weight and be careful not to let the Midgate fall
out of your hands as you lower it.
Raising the Midgate
To return the Midgate to its normal position, raise the
Midgate up with a firm swinging motion (this will help
to ensure that the Midgate closes with enough force to
engage the latches) until it latches into place securely.
If the rear glass is removed and you would like to put it
back, do so using the instructions given previously.
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