Make sure that the standing area is stable and not slippery before performing the kick movement, to avoid serious injury or death.
Do not make contact with the vehicle exhaust, as it may be hot. Touching the hot vehicle exhaust could result in an accident, leading to serious injury or death.
Make sure that there is sufficient space above and at the rear of the vehicle before operating the tailgate. Insufficient opening space may result in damage to the vehicle.
Do not operate the tailgate if a cycle rack is fitted to the tailgate. Remove any cycles and/or racks before operating the tailgate.
The gesture action is a smooth kick and return motion, not a swipe motion.
The operation of the gesture tailgate may vary depending on the vehicle’s suspension height.
If the ignition is switched on, the tailgate operates but the turn signals do not flash.
A valid smart key must be within 39 in (1 m) of the tailgate. The smart key may not be detected in a metal container, or if it is shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen. For example, a smartphone, laptop, including when inside a laptop bag, or a games console. Keep the smart key clear of such devices when attempting hands-free operation of the powered tailgate.
Certain conditions may affect the performance of the sensors, and movement beneath the bumper may not be detected. If this should happen, use the interior tailgate release switch or the smart key's tailgate release button. Check the operation of the gesture tailgate when the vehicle is in a new location.
Sensors (if fitted) are positioned within the outer parts of the rear bumper. The sensors recognize a valid kick movement of a foot below the bumper level and allow automatic opening or closing of a powered tailgate.
To operate the gesture tailgate (if fitted), approach the vehicle, and perform a smooth kick and return motion. The kick should last between 1 and 2 seconds and take place within one of the vehicle's two sensor areas, as illustrated. When the vehicle recognizes a valid kick movement, the turn signals flash and the tailgate operates.
Unintentional operation: In exceptional circumstances, and if the smart key is within 47 in (1.2 m) of the tailgate, the powered tailgate may operate unintentionally due to the following:
The gesture tailgate feature can be disabled or enabled via the touchscreen as follows:
Settings icon.¹
Exit icon.²