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Rear gate opener button
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2. Hold the rear gate and lift it up slowly.
NOTE
. If the rear gate cannot be opened due to a discharged vehicle battery, a malfunction in the door locking / unlocking system or other causes, you can unlock it by manually operating the rear gate lock release lever. For the procedure, refer to“ If the Rear GATE Cannot Be Opened” FP473.
. Avoid keeping the rear gate open for more than a few hours. Doing so may drain the vehicle battery.
Closing the rear gate:
WARNING
. To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the rear gate closed while the engine is running.
. Do not attempt to shut the rear gate while holding the recessed grip. Also do not close the rear gate by pulling the grip from inside the cargo space. There is a danger of your hand being caught and injured.
CAUTION
. Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.
. Be careful not to hit your head or face on the rear gate when opening or closing the rear gate and when loading or unloading cargo.
. Never attempt to close the rear gate by grabbing or pressing on the outer metal surface or damage may result.
. Always use the inside handle to avoid damaging the exterior surface of the gate.
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Lower the rear gate slowly and push down firmly until the latch engages.
The rear gate can be lowered easily if you pull down on the inside handle as shown in the illustration.