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TCM Opening procedure

  1. Opening can be triggered after a signal is received from, driver-console switch, outside handle switch, remote Key (FOB)
  2. The latch will be released (by IPM) by actuation of latch motor.
  3. On latch release, the tailgate latch pops out of the striker.
  4. PTG module controls the tailgate motor in order to open the tailgate.
  5. Opening angle of the tailgate is calculated by counting the input pulse signals from Hall sensor.
    NOTE: When the motor movement is restricted, the TCM stops the tailgate motor movement due to obstacle detection.