Why is the lift gate on my Jeep Cherokee not working?

Why is the lift gate on my Jeep Cherokee not working?

Liftgate often will not close with the button. Have to manually close it against resistance of the hydraulics. Was told not to close it this way at purchase. Got recall card on the liftgate software, but the parts are not in yet. Too bad since the car is so often at the dealer for other %$#@& issues.

What was the problem with the power liftgate?

While driving in the rain at an unknown speed, the power liftgate failed. The contact stated that the liftgate would not close. When manually closed, the lock would not engage. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be inspected. The contact was informed that the power liftgate control module needed to be replaced.

What to do if your liftgate won’t close?

SOOO if anyone has this problem arise, manually close the liftgate to about 6″ from the latch then close with medium force. That will at least close it so the interior lights do not stay on and the dash display telling you it is open.

Why is the tailgate not latching on my Jeep?

Went to close it and nothing…tried it from the overhead button, rear button and key fob. Nothing. So I “closed” it manually and it will not latch/secure the tailgate. Tried to put it in reverse, then drive, then park and open/close…and it just stays open! :slapfight: Thoughts?

Why is the liftgate on my 2015 Jeep Cherokee not working?

The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Cherokee. While driving in the rain at an unknown speed, the power liftgate failed. The contact stated that the liftgate would not close.

Went to close it and nothing…tried it from the overhead button, rear button and key fob. Nothing. So I “closed” it manually and it will not latch/secure the tailgate. Tried to put it in reverse, then drive, then park and open/close…and it just stays open! :slapfight: Thoughts?

How does power tailgate lift assist retrofit work?

This retrofit power tailgate lift assisting system opens and closes your rear door by simply pressing a button. It provides additional security and value to your vehicle. Installation is designed for the do-it-yourself and comes with various brackets depending on your car. The New Generation power lift gate opener which has more features.

While driving in the rain at an unknown speed, the power liftgate failed. The contact stated that the liftgate would not close. When manually closed, the lock would not engage. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be inspected. The contact was informed that the power liftgate control module needed to be replaced.

What should I do if my Jeep Cherokee Radio is not working?

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Liftgate often will not close with the button. Have to manually close it against resistance of the hydraulics. Was told not to close it this way at purchase. Got recall card on the liftgate software, but the parts are not in yet. Too bad since the car is so often at the dealer for other %$#@& issues.

Why does my power lift gate not close?

When I press the close button sometimes it beeps at me. If I wait a little bit and hit the button again the lift gate will start to close but then it seems it snags something and goes right back up. Any ideas on how to fix this? If you get several fast beeps, closing it manually is supposed to be a reset.

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