Ford Escape 2020-2024 Owners Manual / Liftgate - Vehicles With: Power Liftgate

Ford Escape: Liftgate - Vehicles With: Power Liftgate

Liftgate Precautions

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

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.

WARNING: Keep keys out of reach of children. Do not allow children to operate or play near an open or moving power liftgate. You should supervise the operation of the power liftgate at all times.

Closing the Liftgate

Closing the Liftgate From Outside Your Vehicle WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed...

Opening the Liftgate

Opening the Liftgate From Inside Your Vehicle With the transmission in park (P), press the button on the instrument panel. Note: Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate...

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