Mazda Mazda2_8BL3-EA-10E_Edition3 manual Turn the lever to the right to unlock the liftgate

Knowing Your Mazda

Doors and Locks

When the liftgate cannot be opened

If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the electrical system and the liftgate cannot be unlocked, perform the following procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it:

CAUTION

ØPerform the procedure using a cloth to cover sharp edges which could injure your hands.

ØPerform the procedure carefully when using a flathead screwdriver as it could cause damage to the surrounding area or vehicle parts.

Lever

1.Fold down the rear seatbacks.

Refer to Split-Folding Rear Seatback on page 2-5.

2.Detach the fasteners and remove the cover on the interior surface of the liftgate.

Removal

3.Turn the lever to the right to unlock the liftgate.

Cloth Lever

After performing this emergency measure, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Closing the liftgate

Use both hands to push the liftgate down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it. Pull up on the liftgate to make sure it is securely latched.

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