Lift gate
- Always be sure the lift gate has been closed securely to prevent it from opening while driving.
- Do not drive with the lift gate open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual.
- Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle before closing the lift gate.
Lift gate
To open the lift gate, unlock it and push the opener switch A . Pull up the lift gate to open.
The lift gate can be unlocked by:
- pushing the unlock button 
on the
keyfob or the Intelligent Key (if so equipped)
twice.
- pushing the lift gate request switch (if so equipped).
- pushing the power door lock switch to the unlock position.
- inserting the key into the driver’s door key cylinder and turning it to the rear of the vehicle twice.
To close the lift gate, pull down until it securely locks.
See also:
Compass display
Press the button when the
ignition switch
is placed in the ON position. The direction will be
displayed. ...
Jump starting
If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting”
in the “In case of emergency” section of this
manual. If the engine does not start by jump
starting, the battery may have to be replaced.
...
Vacuum assisted brakes
The brake booster aids braking by using engine
vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the
vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However,
greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be
re ...