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2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Owners Manual - Inside rear hatch/trunk lid release



Inside rear hatch/trunk lid release

ECLIPSE

The inside rear hatch release provides a way to open the rear hatch in the case of a discharged battery. The rear hatch release lever (see illustration) is mounted in the cargo area.

You and your family should familiarize yourselves with the location and operation of the rear hatch release lever.

1. Open the lid (A) inside of the cargo area.

2. Move the lever (B) up to unlock the rear hatch.

Features and controls

3. Push out on the rear hatch to open it.

ECLIPSE SPYDER

The inside trunk lid key cylinder provides a way to open the trunk lid in the case of a discharged battery.

1. Make sure the tonneau panel is securely closed to prevent the tonneau panel from contacting the trunk lid when it opens.

2. Remove the woofer cover (A) in the center of the rear seat by gently pulling at its side edges.

The trunk lid key cylinder (see illustration) is located near the sub woofer.

You and your family should familiarize yourselves with the location and operation of the inside trunk lid key cyl- inder.

CAUTION!

Always keep the release lever lid on rear hatch closed when driving so that your cargo cannot acci- dentally bump the lever and open the rear hatch.

A

Features and controls

3. Insert the key and turn it clockwise.

4. The trunk lid will pop up slightly.

5. Put the woofer cover back into the original position.


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