Dreamss Posted June 16, 2011 Report Share Posted June 16, 2011 Quick question, I need to transport something that won't entirely fit into the Edge. I am missing about 6 to 10"'to allow for the hatch to close all the way. I've seen people drive with things sticking out of their trucks with the hatch tied down tight to prevent it from bouncing but don't know how this apply to the Edge with a motorized hatch? Is doing this something I should avoid for concern of breaking the motor or are these motorized hatches built for this and made for situations like this? Before I commit to transporting my furniture piece, I'm hoping I can get some feedback on leave the gate partially open. It's just that motor that's got me worried. Thanks! Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr.edge Posted June 16, 2011 Report Share Posted June 16, 2011 Quick question, I need to transport something that won't entirely fit into the Edge. I am missing about 6 to 10"'to allow for the hatch to close all the way. I've seen people drive with things sticking out of their trucks with the hatch tied down tight to prevent it from bouncing but don't know how this apply to the Edge with a motorized hatch? Is doing this something I should avoid for concern of breaking the motor or are these motorized hatches built for this and made for situations like this? Before I commit to transporting my furniture piece, I'm hoping I can get some feedback on leave the gate partially open. It's just that motor that's got me worried. Thanks! Tony Shouldn't be any cause for concern as you can just pull the hatch down into position and then secure it. The motor driven lift and lowering is strictly a convenience - you can raise and lower the hatch manually all you want. Be aware that driving with the hatch partially open may allow exhaust fumes to be drawn into the car so keep a window or two open while you're driving down the road. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted June 16, 2011 Report Share Posted June 16, 2011 Turn the power liftgate off first - then do whatever you want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamss Posted June 16, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2011 Thanks for the replies guys!! akirby - I'm guessing this function is in the menu within the left side 4" screen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted June 16, 2011 Report Share Posted June 16, 2011 Thanks for the replies guys!! akirby - I'm guessing this function is in the menu within the left side 4" screen? Not sure on the 2011s - check the owner's manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal3thousand Posted June 16, 2011 Report Share Posted June 16, 2011 Thanks for the replies guys!! akirby - I'm guessing this function is in the menu within the left side 4" screen? Not sure on the 2011s - check the owner's manual. It's on the Left screen under the Vehicle settings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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