Pontiac Vibe 2003 Owner's Manual page 77

Liftgate/Liftglass
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the
liftgate/liftglass 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/liftglass open
or if electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass through the seal between the body and
the liftgate/liftglass:
D
Make sure all other windows are shut.
D
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed and select the
control setting 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.
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Liftgate/Liftglass Release
To open the liftgate using your key do the following:
D
To unlock the liftgate, insert the key into the keyhole
and turn it counterclockwise.
When closing the liftgate, you can use the handle to
pull it down.
D
To lock the liftgate, turn the key clockwise to the
first position.