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WARNING n Back door closer lIn the event that the power back door is left slightly open, the
back door closer will automatically close it to the fully closed position. It takes several seconds before the back door closer begins to operate. Be careful not to catch fingers or
anything else in the power back door, as this may cause bone
fractures or other serious injuries.
lUse caution when using the back door closer as it still operates when the power back door system is canceled.
n Power back door
Observe the following precautions when operating the power back door.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
lCheck the safety of the surrounding area to make sure
there are no obstacles or anything that could cause any of your belongings to get caught.
lIf anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that the power back door is about to open or close. lIf the power back door system is turned off while the power back door is operating automatically, the automatic operation is stopped. The power back door then has to be operated manually. Take extra care when on an incline, as the power back door
may open or close unexpectedly.
lIf the operating conditions of the power back door are no longer
met, a buzzer may sound and
the power back door may stop opening or closing. The power
back door then has to be operated manually. Take extra care when on an incline, as the power back door may open or close abruptly.
lOn an incline, the power back door may suddenly shut after it
opens. Make sure the power
back door is fully open and secure.
lIn the following situations, the power back door may detect an
abnormality and automatic operation may be stopped. In
this case, the power back door has to be operated manually. Take extra care when on an
incline, as the power back door may open or close abruptly.
• When the power back door contacts an obstacle
• When the 12-volt battery voltage suddenly drops, such as
when the power switch is turned to ON or the EV system is started during automatic operation
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