2022 Ford Escape Owners Manual - Liftgate - Vehicles With: Manual Liftgate

Liftgate - Vehicles With: Manual Liftgate

Opening the Liftgate

Press the control button to unlatch the liftgate and then lift to open.

Note:   Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.

Note:   Do not hang anything, for example a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

Note:   Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

Opening the Liftgate Using the Remote Control



  Press the button twice within three seconds. The liftgate unlocks for 45 seconds, during which time you can open the liftgate using the outside control button.

Note:   Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.

Note:   Do not hang anything, for example a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

Note:   Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

Closing the Liftgate



WARNING:  Make sure that you fully close the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumes from entering your vehicle. If you are unable to fully close the liftgate, open the air vents or the windows to allow fresh air to enter your vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

A handle is located inside the liftgate to help with closing.

Note:   Make sure that you fully close the liftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.