2010 Ford Flex Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 121

Driver Controls To power close the liftgate with the rear cargo area control button: Press and release the control on the left rear quarter panel to close the liftgate. Note: The rear cargo area control button is disabled when the liftgate is latched (fully closed). WARNING: Keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear switch. Note: The liftgate movement direction can be reversed with a second press of the instrument panel, or the rear cargo area control buttons, or a second double press of the integrated keyhead transmitter button. To manually operate the liftgate: 1. Disable the liftgate power function. Refer to the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2. Open and close the liftgate as you would a standard liftgate. Refer to Manual liftgate in this chapter. Note: In case of operation in extreme cold -40°F (-40°C), or on extreme inclines, manual operation of the liftgate is suggested. Obstacle detection: The power liftgate system is equipped with an obstacle detection feature. If the power liftgate is closing, the system will reverse to full open when it detects an obstacle. A chime will sound three times when an obstacle is detected as the liftgate begins to reopen. Once the obstacle is removed, the liftgate can be closed under power. If the power liftgate is opening, the system will stop and a chime will sound three times when an obstacle is detected. Once the obstacle is removed, the liftgate can again be operated normally. Resetting the power liftgate: The power liftgate may not operate properly and may need to be reset if any of these conditions occur: • A low voltage or dead battery • Disconnected battery 121 2010 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)