Opening And Closing The Tailgate - Honda 2012 CR-V Owner's Manual

Opening and Closing the Tailgate

Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or
closing it.
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Opening the tailgate
• Open the tailgate all the way.
If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.
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• Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close.
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Closing the tailgate
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:
uAvoid possible damage.
uPrevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 67
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1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Be careful not to put your hands between the tailgate
and the cargo area when closing the gate.
When you are storing or picking up luggage from the
cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in
front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They
may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden
acceleration, or a crash.
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