Hyundai KONA Owner's Manual page 185

Closing the tailgate
Lower the tailgate lid and press down
until it locks. To be sure the tailgate lid is
securely fastened, always check by trying
to pull it up again without pressing the
tailgate handle button.
Information
In cold and wet climates, door lock and
door mechanisms may not work properly
due to freezing conditions.
WARNING
The tailgate swings upward. Make sure
no objects or people are near the rear of
the vehicle when opening the tailgate.
NOTICE
Make certain that you close the tailgate
before driving your vehicle. Possible
damage may occur to the tailgate struts
and mounting hinges if the tailgate is
not closed prior to driving.
WARNING
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Do not hold on to or try to pull on
the tailgate strut. Be aware that the
deformation of the tailgate strut may
cause vehicle damage and risk of injury.
Emergency tailgate safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with an
emergency tailgate safety release lever
located on the bottom of the tailgate
inside the vehicle.
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