2018 Escape Owner's Manual

Liftgate

Outside Control Button Opening the Liftgate

1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote control or power door unlock control. If an intelligent access key is within 3 ft (1m) of the liftgate, the liftgate unlocks when you press the liftgate release button.

E138636 Press and release the liftgate control button. Stopping the LiftgateMovement Note: Do not apply sudden excessive force to the liftgate while it is in motion. This could damage the power liftgate and its components. You can stop the liftgate movement by doing any of the following: • Pressing the liftgate control button. • Pressing the liftgate button on the remote control twice. • Pressing the liftgate button on the instrument panel. • Moving your foot under and away from the center rear bumper in a single-kick motion. * * This method only works for vehicles with the hands-free liftgate feature. Setting the Liftgate Open Height 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Stop the liftgate by pressing the control button on the liftgate when it reaches the desired height. Note: When the liftgate has stopped moving, you can also manually move it to the desired height.

E138632 2. Press and release the liftgate control button. Note: Allow the power system to open the liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the system’s obstacle detection feature and stop the power operation or reverse its direction, replicate a strut failure, or damage mechanical components. Closing the Liftgate WARNING Keep clear of the liftgate when using the rear switch.

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