Ford Explorer: Body Closures / General Procedures - Power Liftgate Initialization

Initialization

1. Disconnect the battery or remove the RGTM fuse(s).
   Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
   

1. 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 (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
   

1. If the liftgate is not already in the fully closed position, manually close and fully latch the power liftgate.
   

1. 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.
   

1. Once the liftgate is fully open, power close the liftgate by using a programmed RKE transmitter or the front power liftgate control switch.
   

1. Carry-out the RGTM self-test.