2012 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 44

42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the To open the unlocked liftgate, squeeze the handle and rear windows open, then open the front and rear win- pull the liftgate toward you. Gas props will raise and dows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting support the liftgate in the open position. occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window. LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked or locked pressing the UNLOCK or LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, the Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) or by activating the power door lock switch located on either front door trim panel. For further information on Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry), refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go" in "Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle". NOTE: The liftgate cannot be unlocked or locked with NOTE: Because the gas pressure drops with temperathe manual door lock plungers on the door trim panels or ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when the door lock cylinder on the driver's door. opening the liftgate in cold weather. Liftgate Release