Rear hatchRear hatch  - Locking and unlocking - Mitsubishi Lancer Owner's Manual - Mitsubishi Lancer

► It is dangerous to drive with the rear hatch open since carbon monoxide Warning

► It is dangerous to drive with the rear hatch open since carbon monoxide (CO) gas can enter the cabin. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
► When opening and closing the rear hatch, make sure that there are no people nearby and be careful not to hit your head or pinch your hands, neck, etc.

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To lock
Press the LOCK switch (1). All the doors and rear hatch will be locked. The turn-signal lamps will blink once. Note ► With a vehicle that has a Dead Lock System, pressing the LOCK switch (1 ...