Liftgate Latch Release (manual liftgate)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The liftgate latch can be released using:

the exterior liftgate release switch.
a valid programmed passive key.

The BCM sends a voltage signal to the exterior liftgate release switch. When the liftgate release switch is pressed, the voltage signal is routed to ground, indicating a request to release the liftgate latch. The BCM momentarily provides voltage to the liftgate latch to actuate the release motor.

When using the liftgate release switch, the BCM releases the liftgate only when the doors have been electronically unlocked and the vehicle is in PARK.

When using a programmed RKE transmitter, press the liftgate release button twice within 3 seconds to release the liftgate latch. The liftgate latch releases if the vehicle speed is 5 km/h (3.1 mph) or less.

The liftgate latch can also be released using the passive entry feature. Refer to Liftgate Passive Entry in this article.

For power liftgate information, Refer to: Body Closures - System Operation and Component Description .