Diagnostic Aids
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- If the liftgate will not release from the closed position, refer to Opening the Liftgate Without Electrical Power for the appropriate procedure.
- Whenever the liftgate control module loses power or is disconnected, the ignition must be cycled OFF then ON in order to reactivate the liftgate control module.
- An intermittent short to ground in the Rear Liftgate Open/Close Switch circuit may cause the liftgate control module to command the liftgate to open if the vehicle is in park and the doors are unlocked. If the vehicle has a history of the liftgate opening unexpectedly, inspect the point where the wires enter the exterior liftgate handle switch for corrosion or evidence of water intrusion.