Mitsubishi MOTORS Colt 2007 Owner's Manual page 44

Locking and unlocking
To open
Pull the tailgate lever upwards to open the tailgate.
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CAUTION
!
● Make sure no-one is standing nearby when opening
the tailgate.
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To close
Pull the tailgate grip (A) downwards as illustrated and release
it before the tailgate closes completely. Gently slam the tailgate
shut from the outside so that it is completely closed.
CAUTION
!
● To avoid injuring your hand or arm, do not attempt
to close the tailgate without letting go off the tailgate
grip.
● Before driving, make sure that the tailgate is
securely closed.
If the tailgate opens while driving the vehicle,
objects stored in the luggage area could fall out onto
the road.