Convenience Features

Smart Liftgate Deactivation

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1. Door lock

2. Unlocking the Door

3. Liftgate Open (Liftgate) Liftgate Open/Close (Power Liftgate)

If you press any button on the smart key during the detection and warning stage, the smart liftgate will be deactivated.

Be sure to learn how to deactivate the smart liftgate in emergency situations.

  • If you press the unlock button (2), the smart liftgate will be temporarily deactivated. However, if you do not open any door within 30 seconds, the smart liftgate will be reactivated.
  • If you press and hold the liftgate open button (3) for more than 1 second, the liftgate will open.
  • The smart liftgate will still be active if you press the door lock button (1) or the liftgate open/close button (3) on the smart key, as long as the smart liftgate is not yet in the detection and warning stage.
  • If you have deactivated the smart liftgate by pressing the smart key button and opened the door, the smart liftgate can be reactivated by closing and locking all doors.

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