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How to open the tailgate when the doors are off?

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Anyone know how to open the tailgate when the doors are off. Mine is locked. Also, each time I start the bronco, when the doors are off, it sends off all kinds of warnings that things are not working like trac control, etc. many times I have to disengage the parking break even though I never put it on. I’m guessing this is all just due to some kind of safety feature but the tailgate must have a way to open.
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The unlock button on the keyfob doesn't unlock the tailgate??
 

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Anyone know how to open the tailgate when the doors are off. Mine is locked. Also, each time I start the bronco, when the doors are off, it sends off all kinds of warnings that things are not working like trac control, etc. many times I have to disengage the parking break even though I never put it on. I’m guessing this is all just due to some kind of safety feature but the tailgate must have a way to open.
The unlock button on the keyfob doesn't unlock the tailgate??
Op please let us know
I take my doors off next week at OBX
 

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Anyone know how to open the tailgate when the doors are off. Mine is locked. Also, each time I start the bronco, when the doors are off, it sends off all kinds of warnings that things are not working like trac control, etc. many times I have to disengage the parking break even though I never put it on. I’m guessing this is all just due to some kind of safety feature but the tailgate must have a way to open.
Just use the key fob.

You have an electrical system problem. I’ve taken my doors off and everything works fine. No alerts or anything.
Mine does the same. I turn the car off and back on and they don't appear.
 

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Don't know about the tailgate, but as far as the airs go it's unknown "issue" And there are threads on it.

Iirc You need to connect your seat belts before you power on the Bronco.
 

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I’m not one to complain but it is unfortunate that there is no unlock button without the doors. I leave my keys in my work backpack and I throw it in the back of the bronco. Get to work hop out with no doors go to grab bag and it’s locked. So rather than awkwardly trying to get to my bag I open the app on my phone. Really my only complaint so far with the truck so overall not a big deal. Just surprised. Feels like I’m missing something
 

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Mine just unlocks when my key is nearby and I grab the handle idk.
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