acdii

Is the tailgate suppose to unlock when you have the IA key in your pocket? It only opens if I either unlock the truck first, or double tap the remote, but since I have a topper, I have to raise the door on it first, so I never use it.

RL1990

I don't think there is a proximity sensor in the tailgate.

Scoops14

My tailgate will unlock when I go to open it without unlocking the doors first.

jbc77

Mine does too. The owners manual describes the operation. Page 70 if you have a 2017.

RL1990

Well guess I was wrong. Credit to Ford for not only making a keyless entry/ignition system but including the tailgate.

jbc77

It's common for this type system. Our Hyundai Santa Fe and the BMWs we've previously owned all work the same way.

MJR77

Now if only you could wave your foot under it and it would pop open. Jk

acdii

So it should unlock by pressing the button if the key is in pocket? Guess I will have them check that when they repair the noisy noise dampener in the seat.

acdii

Well apparently it DOES unlock with the fob in the pocket with the doors locked. It worked for me today. There is either an issue with the prox sensor/module, or a loose connection.