2022 Ford Mustang Liftgate Guide

LIFTGATE PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:  It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.    WARNING:  Keep keys out of reach of children. Do not allow children to operate or play near an open or moving power liftgate. You should supervise the operation of the power liftgate at all times.

SETTING THE LIFTGATE OPENING HEIGHT

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Stop the liftgate movement by pressing the control button on the liftgate when it reaches the desired height.

Note:   Once the liftgate stops moving, you can manually move it to the desired height.

3. Press and hold the control button on the liftgate until a tone sounds, indicating programming is complete.

Note:   You can only use the liftgate control button to program the height.

Note:   You cannot program the height if the liftgate position is too low.

4. The power liftgate now opens at the programmed height. To change the programmed height, repeat the steps.

Note:   You can fully open the liftgate by manually pushing it upward to the maximum open position if it opens in a lower position.

Note:   The system recalls the new programmed height until you reprogram it, even if you disconnect the battery.

STOPPING THE LIFTGATE MOVEMENT

Note:   Do not apply sudden excessive force to the liftgate while it is in motion. This could damage the power liftgate and its components.

Note:   Selections will vary depending on region or options.

You can stop the liftgate movement by doing any of the following:

• Pressing the liftgate control button on the liftgate.
• Pressing the liftgate control button inside the vehicle.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the remote control twice.
• Pressing the liftgate button on an authorized device.
• Moving your foot under and away from the center rear bumper in a single-kick motion.

LIFTGATE OBSTACLE DETECTION

Power Liftgate Obstacle Detection

Closing the Liftgate

The system stops when it detects an obstacle. A tone sounds and the system reverses to open. Once you remove the obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.

Note:   To prevent accidental obstacle detection, let the power liftgate close completely before you enter your vehicle.

Opening the Liftgate

 The system stops when it detects an obstacle and a tone sounds. Once you remove the obstacle, you can continue to operate the liftgate.

LIFTGATE – WARNING LAMPS

Illuminates when the liftgate is not completely closed.

LIFTGATE – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Message	Action
Liftgate Ajar	The liftgate is not completely closed. Close the liftgate.

LIFTGATE – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why won’t my power liftgate function? It can happen in freezing conditions or when parking on downhill slopes. Make sure the power liftgate is enabled. Make sure the transmission is in park (P), ensure nothing is obstructing the liftgate path and there is not excessive weight on the liftgate. If there are continued issues, the battery voltage may be low or there may be other system issues. See an authorized dealer.

OPENING THE LIFTGATE FROM OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

Press the control button to unlatch the liftgate and then lift to open.

Note:   Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.

Note:   Do not hang anything, for example, a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

Note:   Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

OPENING THE LIFTGATE USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

  Press the button twice within three seconds. The liftgate unlocks for 45 seconds, during which time you can open the liftgate using the outside control button.

Note:   Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.

Note:   Do not hang anything, for example, a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

Note:   Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. This could damage the liftgate and its components.

CLOSING THE LIFTGATE FROM OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING:  It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

A handle is located inside the liftgate to help with closing.

Note:   Make sure that you fully close the liftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.

For more detailed information, please reference the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Owner’s Manual.