Opening the liftgate

✽ NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, liftgate lock and liftgate mechanisms may not work properly due to freezing conditions.
WARNING
The liftgate swings upward. Make sure no objects or people are near the rear of the vehicle when opening the liftgate.
CAUTION - Liftgate gas lifters
Make certain that you close the liftgate before driving your vehicle. Possible damage may occur to the liftgate gas lifters and attached hardware if the liftgate is not closed prior to driving.
On a vehicle equipped with a smart key, the trunk can be opened with no-touch activation using the Smart Trunk system. How to use the Smart Trunk The trunk can be opened with notouch activation if the conditions below are satisfied: After 15 seconds when all doors are closed and locked The smart key is in the detecting area for more than 3 seconds.
To close the liftgate, lower and push down the liftgate firmly. Make sure that the liftgate is securely latched. Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the way before closing the liftgate.
Components and components location Component Location 1. Horn switch 2. Horn relay 3. Horn 4. Clock spring Repair procedures Removal 1. Remove the front bumper assembly.
Repair procedures Replacement 1. Remove the condenser. 2. Remove the cap (B) on the bottom of the condenser with L wrench (A). Tightening torque : 2.7~3.2 N.m (0.28~0.