Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Liftgate Hands Free Sensor
The sensors are located behind the rear fascia (location may vary depending upon make and model, refer to owner's manual for the location of the sensors) and is designed to detect the motion of the operator's foot by way of a kicking motion. When the keyless entry transmitter is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the liftgate and the operator kicks his or her foot under the rear fascia, the sensors will detect the motion of the foot and the lower leg and if the procedure has been performed correctly the hands free liftgate sensor control module will send a serial data message to the liftgate control module. The tail lamps will then flash to indicate that the command has been received and the liftgate will power open or power close. The liftgate hands free functions can be modified within the Vehicle Personalization:
- Open and close with the kicking motion
- Open only with the kicking motion
- Hands free function disabled
- Keyless Access function disabled
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.