Rear Hatch/Gate Description and Operation Gate Ajar Ind
Gate Ajar Indicator
The instrument panel cluster (IPC) illuminates the GATE AJAR indicator when the body control module (BCM) detects that the rear hatch is ajar or open (signal circuit is low). The IPC receives a class 2 message from the BCM requesting illumination. If the vehicle is in the forward or reverse gear position, the BCM activates an audible warning.
Rear Hatch/Gate Description and Operation General
The liftglass can be opened by any of the following components:
| • | Lift gate window release switch |
| • | Door lock cylinder switch |
| • | Keyless entry transmitter |
When the lift gate window release switch is operated ground is applied to the body control module (BCM) and a liftglass release output is sent to the liftglass relay. An open output can also be commanded by the BCM when an open input is received from the remote control door lock receiver. When the BCM grounds the relay with a commanded open the liftglass relay coil energizes and the switch side of the relay closes. Battery voltage is then applied directly to the lift gate window release actuator. This will release the liftglass. The lift gate window release actuator can also be energized when the lift gate lock cylinder switch is operated.
