GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 79 T O C LOSE T HE H OOD Electronic Tailgate Release — If Equipped L OCKING T AILGATE Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from the point where the props no longer hold the hood open. The key fob may be equipped with an electronic release feature for the tailgate, allowing hands-free tailgate opening. To activate, push and release the Tailgate Release button on the key fob twice within five seconds. The tailgate door will unlatch, and slowly lower into the open position. The tailgate can be locked using the key fob lock button. M ULTIFUNCTION T AILGATE I F E QUIPPED WARNING! 2 Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. If equipped, a button on the center overhead console inside the vehicle can be used to release the tailgate. An indicator light may also signal when the tailgate is open. The 60/40multifunction tailgate has two swing doors to allow for closer access to the pickup box with the doors open. Opening For the tailgate to lower, the vehicle must be stationary and in PARK or NEUTRAL. The tailgate must be latched closed to open the swing doors.
Push the paddle down, then pull the release handle beneath the tailgate lowering handle. This opens the 60 split door. CAUTION! NOTE: The optional Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Ъ page90 may prevent electronic tailgate release. The Tonneau Cover must be removed or folded up before releasing the tailgate. C LOSING To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. TAILGATE O PENING To close the tailgate, push it upward until both sides are securely latched. The tailgate may be opened by pushing the tailgate release pad located on the tailgate door.
The tailgate damper strut will lower the tailgate to the open position (if equipped). 60 Split Door Release Handle