2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner's Manual - Page 113

Raising the Midgate® To return the Midgate to its normal position, raise the Midgate® up with a firm swinging motion until it latches into place securely. This will help to ensure that the Midgate® closes with enough force to engage the latches. If the rear glass is removed and you would like to put it back, do so using the instructions given previously. ® Power Running Boards Your vehicle may have power running boards. These make getting into and out of the vehicle easier. The power running boards activate when either door on the driver's or passenger's side is opened or closed. They automatically extend from beneath the vehicle on the side in which the door has been opened. Once the door is closed, the running boards will automatically move back under the vehicle. The vehicle must not be moving for the running boards to extend or retract. The switch used to disable the power running boards is located on the center console below the climate control system. Tailgate Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or power door lock switch to lock and unlock the tailgate. Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate toward you. To shut the tailgate, push it firmly upward until it latches. Push and pull on the tailgate to be sure it is latched securely. Tailgate Removal The tailgate is not to be removed. This may cause damage to electrical connector resulting in loss of lock/unlock and rear vision camera function. The running boards cannot be disabled in the extended position. 113