2009 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 53

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • The power liftgate must be in the full open or close • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the within the same cycle, the system will automatically liftgate is not in the full open or close positions, it must stop and must be opened or closed manually. be opened or closed manually. • If the liftgate release button is activated while the power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the full open position. • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the shift lever is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). 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. • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode. 2 • The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures below Ϫ12°F (Ϫ24°C) or temperatures above 143°F (62°C). Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice from the liftgate before pressing any of the power liftgate buttons. Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather.