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.
System Components
- PLG Unit
PLG unit is located in rear left luggage side trim.
PLG drive unit drive the two actuators (Spindles) by measuring the driving motors.
PLG unit also controls anti trap functions by hall sensor analysis in the anti-pinch strip.
- PLG Latch Assembly
PLG latch assembly is consist of Power Latch (A) and Power Closing Unit (B).
Power latch is located in the lower part of liftgate panel.
- PLG Spindle
PLG spindle open and close the liftgate by driving the motor.
- Anti-Pinch Strip
During power closing or cinching, the PLG system shall reverse to full open if an anti-pinch strip signal is received.
However, the anti-pinch strips will not work when the Liftgate is idle in the full closed, full open, or stopped positions.
- SMK (Smart key)
Push the power liftgate open of the SMK more than 0.5s to open the power liftgate. Power Open operation shall be
reversed when an additional Open/Close signal is received during power opening.
- Interior Switch
- Liftgate inner switch
- Liftgate buzzer
When a power operation cannot be performed as requested or an obstacle has been detected.
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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.
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