Jeep Liberty: Liftgate

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To open the liftgate, pull up (squeeze) on the handle and lift.

Liftgate Release
Liftgate Release

NOTE: Use the power door LOCK switch on either front door trim panel or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock and unlock the liftgate. The manual door locks on the doors and the driver’s door lock cylinder will not lock and unlock the liftgate.

WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.

Liftgate Flipper Glass

The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked. To open the flipper glass, push up on the window switch located on the liftgate.

Liftgate Flipper Glass Release
Liftgate Flipper Glass Release

NOTE: To prevent accidental damage the Liftgate Flipper Glass will not open if the liftgate is ajar. Make sure the liftgate is fully closed when attempting to open the Flipper Glass.

WARNING!
To avoid injury, stand back when opening. Glass may automatically rise.

NOTE: If a malfunction to the liftgate latch should occur, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open the liftgate. The emergency liftgate latch release can be accessed through a snap-in cover located on the liftgate trim panel.

WARNING!
Driving with the flipper glass open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the vehicle.

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