2013 Ford Edge Owner Manual Printing 4 - Page 79

78 Locks To open with the outside liftgate control button: 1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote control or power door unlock button. If an intelligent access transmitter is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the liftgate, the liftgate will unlock when you press the liftgate release button. 2. Press the control button located in the top of the liftgate pull-cup handle. Note: Allow the power system to open the liftgate after pressing the control. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the system's obstacle detection feature and stops the power operation. To close with the rear cargo area control: Press and release the button located in the rear cargo area. WARNING: Keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear switch. Obstacle Detection When closing: The liftgate will reverse to full open when it detects an obstacle. A chime will sound three times as the liftgate begins to reopen. Remove the obstacle to close the liftgate. Note: Entering your vehicle while the liftgate is closing can cause your vehicle to bounce and activate obstacle detection. To prevent this, let the power liftgate close completely before you enter your vehicle. Before driving off, check the instrument cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or warning indicator. Failure to do this could result in unintentionally leaving the liftgate open while driving. When opening: The system stops when it detects an obstacle and a tone will sound three times. Remove the obstacle to operate the liftgate. Resetting the Power Liftgate The liftgate may not operate properly and you may need to reset it if any of the following conditions occur: • A low voltage or dead battery • Disconnected battery • The liftgate is manually closed and left ajar (unlatched) 2013 Edge (edg) Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, November 2012 USA (fus)