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Hands-free liftgate

*

When the hands-free liftgate sensor on the
center bottom of the rear bumper detects
foot movement (kick-activated liftgate),
the liftgate opens/closes automatically.
The liftgate can be opened/closed even
with both hands full, such as when
carrying baggage.

Operation conditions

Do the kicking motion with your foot
when all of the following conditions are
met while the vehicle is stopped.

(When ignition is switched OFF)



You are carrying the transmitter.



The hands-free liftgate is on.

(When ignition is switched ON)



You are carrying the transmitter.



The hands-free liftgate is on.



The selector lever is in the P position.

How to do the kicking motion

A: About 30 cm (12 in)

B: About 10 cm (3.9 in)

A

B

1. Stand at the position about 30 cm (12

in) behind the center of the rear
bumper.

2. Move your foot to the position about

10 cm (3.9 in) from the center bottom
of the rear bumper.

3. Move your foot away from under the

bumper within about 1 second after
moving it under the bumper.

When the kicking motion is done
correctly, the hazard warning lights flash 2
times, a beep sound is activated, and the
liftgate opens/closes automatically. Be
careful not to contact the liftgate.
 
If the kicking motion is done while the
liftgate is opening/closing automatically,
the liftgate will stop. If the kicking motion
is done again, the liftgate moves in the
direction opposite to the direction it was
moving before it stopped.

CAUTION



Do not do the kicking motion while
wearing footwear such as sandals, or
with your bare foot. If your foot contacts
the hot exhaust pipe, it could cause
serious burns.



Do not do the kicking motion while the
area where you are standing is unstable
such as a slope or icy road. Otherwise,
you could fall down, resulting in injury.



Do not paint the rear bumper or install
any add-on equipment to it. Otherwise,
the hands-free liftgate sensor may not
operate normally.

Before Driving

Doors and Locks

*Some models.

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