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.
Power Tail Gate Module: Function
PTGM* automatically opening/closing the tailgate with Local Switch* and a wireless remote key.
PTGM* can also stop the tailgate while opening/closing when it detects an object in the way. When there is an object, it switches the tailgate movement direction from downward to upward, and vice versa.
| Component | Name_ETM | Description | ETM |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTGM* | "POWER TAIL GATE UNIT" | Power Tail Gate Module | SD817-1 |
| Local Switch* | → "TAIL GATE OPEN SWITCH (INNER)" → "TAIL GATE OPEN SWITCH (OUTER)" |
Tailgate opening switch | |
| Power Latch* | "TAIL GATE LATCH"" | Tailgate locking/unlocking | SD817-2 |
| Spindle* | → "POWER TAIL GATE SPINDLE LH" → "POWER TAIL GATE SPINDLE RH" |
Tailgate opening/closing | SD817-3 |
| APS* | → "ANTI PINCH LH" → "ANTI PINCH RH" |
Anti-Pinch Sensor | SD817-1 |
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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.