1998 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 106

The power door lock switch NOTE: If the sliding door is open when all doors are locked with the power door lock switch, the sliding door automatically locks when it is closed. You can manually lock and unlock the doors using the manual door locks to override the power locks. Liftgate Opening the Liftgate To unlock the liftgate with the key, insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise. To make the gate swing up to the fully opened position, pull back and upward on the handle. The liftgate will not unlock if the optional liftgate window is open. You can also unlock the liftgate using the optional power door lock system, or the optional keyless entry system. However, it cannot be opened until you release the latch by reaching under the license plate light shield and lifting up on the handle. 102