Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate

Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or closing it.

  • Open the tailgate all the way.
    • If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.
  • Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close.

Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:

WARNING

Anyone caught in the path of a tailgate that is being opened or closed can be seriously injured.
Make sure that all people are clear of the tailgate before opening or closing it.

Detail
Be careful not to hit your head on the tailgate or to put your hands between the tailgate and the cargo area when closing the tailgate.

When you are storing or picking up luggage from the cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.

Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden acceleration, or a crash.

Make sure cargo or other items do not touch the tailgate support struts.

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