Power Liftgate Initialization

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Initialization

Disconnect the battery or remove the RGTM fuse(s). Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
NOTE: Remove the battery power from the RGTM for 20 seconds before entering initialization mode.

Wait 20 seconds and reconnect the battery or reinstall the RGTM fuse(s). Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
If the liftgate is not already in the fully closed position, manually close and fully latch the power liftgate.
NOTE: If equipped, make sure the power liftgate system is turned ON in the message center before performing this step.

NOTE: If the power liftgate does not open during this step, refer to the Symptom Chart to diagnose the inoperative power liftgate.

Power open the liftgate by using a programmed RKE transmitter or the front control switch.
Once the liftgate is fully open, power close the liftgate by using a programmed RKE transmitter or the front power liftgate control switch.
Carry-out the RGTM self-test.