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Switch Powered Liftgate Movement On or Off
Change the liftgate from full powered movement to unlatch-only behavior when carrying an accessory or servicing the rear area.
Feature category
Cargo, utility & roof
Liftgates, trunks, tailgates, storage, cargo hardware, roofs and practical utility functions.
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Each guide keeps its market, model-year, powertrain and equipment limits attached. A listed model does not imply the feature is standard on every trim.
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Deploy the Built-In Tailgate Step
Slide the available step and grab handle out of the tailgate for easier bed access.
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Start Power Closing With a Small Lift
Raise the equipped open power tailgate about 4 in (10 cm) to trigger closing.
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Use the Tailgate as a Workbench
Use the equipped tailgate's tablet slot, tool recess, clamp pockets, ruler and cup holder.
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Open the Frunk From Inside or With the Manual Release
Use the instrument-panel or touchscreen control in normal operation and the two-pull service release only after a power failure.
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Open the Frunk From the Exterior Controls
Open the power frunk with its exterior button, the SecuriCode keypad or an authorized Phone as a Key.
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Set the Tailgate to Its Middle Position
Relocate both support cables to the tailgate strikers and install the safety bracket for supported long cargo.
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Use the FLEXBED Lumber Support Slots
Identify the molded bed slots and use fitted lumber as cross-supports for loads that need a raised or divided platform.
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Use the Ranger Tailgate's Built-In Work Surface
An equipped 2024 Ranger tailgate combines clamp pockets, a ruler, cup holder, bottle opener and bag holder in the lowered work surface.
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Enable and Use the GV60 Hands-Free Smart Liftgate
Arm the liftgate after locking, then remain in its rear detection zone with the smart key for three seconds.
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Enable and Use the GV70 Hands-Free Smart Liftgate
Enable the setting, wait after locking and remain behind the vehicle with the smart key for three seconds.
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Save a Custom GV70 Power-Liftgate Opening Height
Store a manual opening point and choose User Height Setting so the liftgate returns to it automatically.
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Enable and Use the GV80 Smart Liftgate
Enable the setting, wait 15 seconds after locking and remain in the rear detection zone for three seconds.
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Set a Custom GV80 Power-Liftgate Height
Store a manual height and select User Height Setting, or choose one of four preset opening levels.
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Open the 2024 Acadia AutoSense Liftgate Hands-Free
Enable Open Only, approach from beyond 10 feet with the fob and remain near the liftgate through four chimes.
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Open and Lock the 2025 Canyon Integrated Tailgate Storage
Release the two lid handles, lift the storage cover correctly, and relock it after loading.
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Lower and Securely Raise the Sierra EV MultiPro Midgate
Fold the rear seats, support the midgate from outside and use short or long switch presses for the desired opening.
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Play Audio Through the MultiPro KICKER System
Open the MultiPro inner panel, power the independent 100-watt KICKER system and pair a phone over Bluetooth without running the truck radio.
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Remove and Secure the Sierra EV Midgate Rear Glass
Turn off the defroster, fold the seats, release both upper latches and lock the glass into the Midgate storage pocket.
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Turn the MultiPro Tailgate Into a Full-Width Step
Lower the primary and inner gates, then unfold the inner panel to create the 48-inch-wide, 375-pound-rated step.
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Enable AutoSense and Save a Liftgate Height on the 2025 Terrain
Turn on hands-free rear access, cancel an unwanted automatic opening, and store a lower power-liftgate height.
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Open the Terrain Liftgate Over the Projected Logo
Approach with the key fob and make one straight one-second in-and-out kick over the projected GMC logo.
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Set a Custom Yukon Liftgate Opening Height
Move the open liftgate to a safe height, hold the latch-area button for confirmation and use the 3/4 setting to recall it.
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Set a Lower Power-Tailgate Opening Height
Store a lower opening position for garages with limited clearance or easier reach.
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Open the Passport Black Edition Tailgate Hands-Free
Use one upward-and-back foot motion at the center sensor while carrying the Smart Entry remote.
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Operate the Passport Power Tailgate Three Ways
Open or close the tailgate from the key fob, driver's control or the tailgate button.
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Open the Prologue Tailgate With a Foot Kick
Trigger the powered tailgate from the center of the rear bumper while carrying the Smart Entry remote.
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Open the Ridgeline Tailgate Down or Sideways
Choose a conventional drop-down opening or a side-swing opening for closer access to the bed and In-Bed Trunk.
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Use 150 or 400 Watts From the Ridgeline Bed Outlet
Power suitable equipment from the covered Black Edition bed outlet, with higher output available while the engine runs.
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Use and Valet-Lock the Ridgeline In-Bed Trunk
Store wet or valuable cargo in the lockable 7.3-cu-ft bed compartment and disable its lock release for valet use.
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Enable and Use the IONIQ 5 Hands-Free Smart Liftgate
Enable the feature, lock the vehicle and remain in the rear detection area with the smart key until the opening alert finishes.
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Enable and Use the Palisade Hands-Free Smart Liftgate
Enable the option, wait after locking and remain in the rear detection area with the smart key through the six-chime alert.
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Open, Close and Pause the Palisade Power Liftgate
Operate the liftgate from the smart key, instrument panel or liftgate-mounted buttons and pause travel with another press.
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Reset the Palisade Power Liftgate
Reinitialize liftgate travel after a 12-volt battery or related fuse has been removed, replaced or recharged.
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Enable and Use the Hands-Free Smart Liftgate
Enable the feature, lock the Santa Fe for 15 seconds and remain in the rear detection zone with the smart key.
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Save a Custom Power-Liftgate Opening Height
Move the liftgate to the preferred height, store it from the inner button and select User Height Setting in the display.
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