2014 Ford Explorer Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 80

Locks Note: Do not drive with the liftgate open without first disabling the power function and securing the liftgate to the vehicle. 79 Note: In case of operation in extreme cold -40°F (-40°C), or on extreme inclines, manual operation of the liftgate is suggested. You can enable or disable the power liftgate using the information display. The remote control and instrument panel button will still operate the liftgate regardless of the setting. Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate Note: You can reverse the liftgate movement direction with a second press of the instrument panel button, or the control button on the liftgate, or a second double press of the transmitter button. The liftgate will only operate with the transmission in P. A chime will sound three times as the liftgate begins to power close. A single chime indicates a problem with the close request, caused by: • the ignition is on and the transmission is not in P; or • the battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage; or • the vehicle speed is at or above 3 mph (5 km/h). If the liftgate reverses and starts to close after an open request, a fast continuous chime indicates excessive load on the gate or a possible strut failure. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer if you still have a fast chime after you remove the load. To open or close from the instrument panel: Press the instrument panel button. To open or close with the remote control: Press the remote control button twice within three seconds. 2014 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2013 USA (fus)