Liftgate/Tailgate Release - Pontiac Aztek 2003 Owner's Manual

Liftgate/Tailgate Release

To open the liftgate from the outside of the vehicle,
insert the key into the lock and turn it clockwise, or press
REAR on the 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.
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To open the liftgate from
the inside of the vehicle,
press the liftgate release
button located on the
instrument panel
switchbank.
Once the liftgate is opened, reach inside the tailgate to
lift the handle. Open the tailgate.
Make sure the tailgate is closed before closing the
liftgate.
Notice: Damage or breakage will occur to the
liftgate if the tailgate is not closed before closing
the liftgate.