FORD 2012 Flex v.1 - Manual (Page 115)

The power liftgate feature can be enabled or disabled using the message
center. With the control in the OFF position, power operation is disabled
from the liftgate handle button and from the rear cargo area button. The
integrated keyhead transmitter and instrument panel switch will still
continue to operate the liftgate regardless of the position state of the
message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster
chapter.
To power open or close the
liftgate from the instrument
panel:
Press the button, located on the
instrument panel, once to power
open or close the liftgate.
To power open or close the
liftgate with the integrated
keyhead transmitter:
Press twice within three
seconds to power open or close the
liftgate. Refer to Remote entry
system in the Locks and Security
chapter.
To power open the liftgate with
outside liftgate control button:
1. To open, unlock the liftgate with
the integrated keyhead transmitter
or power door unlock control.
2. To open the liftgate, push the
control button located in the top of
the liftgate pull cup handle.
Note: For the best performance
allow the power system to open the
liftgate after pressing the control. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate
may activate the system’s obstacle detection feature and stop the power
operation.
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