Pontiac 2002 Aztek Owner's Manual page 98

Liftgate/Tailgate
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate/tailgate open because carbon monoxide
(CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can't
see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness
and even death.
If you must drive with the liftgate/tailgate open
or if electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass through the seal between the body and
the liftgate/tailgate:
D
Make sure all other windows are shut.
D
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
-
on bi level (outside air button is pressed).
That will force outside air into your vehicle.
See "Comfort Controls" in the Index.
D
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index.
Liftgate/Tailgate Release
To open the liftgate, do one of the following:
D
from the outside, insert the key into the lock and turn
it clockwise, or
D
press REAR on the optional remote keyless
entry transmitter.
Your vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
for the liftgate to release.
The liftgate will lock when closed. You will have to use
one of the previous options to open the liftgate again.
The liftgate must be opened to release the tailgate.
D
Press the liftgate release
button, located on the
instrument panel
switchbank, or
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