Doors
If equipped, to lock or unlock the tailgate, use the RKE transmitter or the key. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 36.
Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the
tailgate down.
To shut the tailgate, firmly push it upward until it latches.
After closing the tailgate, pull it back to be sure it latches securely.
If equipped, the power assist steps, when enabled, will extend when the door is opened. They will retract three seconds after the door is closed or immediately if the vehicle starts moving.
Keep hands, children, pets, objects, and clothing clear of the power assist steps when in motion.
The steps will reverse direction if there is an obstruction. Remove the obstruction, then open and close the door on the same side to complete the motion. If the obstruction is not cleared, the assist steps remain extended.
Slight movement of the steps while extended is normal.
Kick Switch
The power assist steps can be extended and extended to the tire by pressing j. When extending the steps with j, the kick switch is disabled.
The vehicle must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral). To extend the steps:
A DIC message displays.
. Press j again to return to normal operation.
Enable/Disable
To enable or disable the power assist steps, press and hold j for four seconds. A DIC message displays.
Cleaning
Clean the power assist steps regularly. For an automatic car wash, extend the steps while in
N (Neutral) using the center stack switch. The steps will stow when shifting into D (Drive).
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