How to Initialize the Power Tailgate of GL8?
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There are four ways to close the power tailgate of the Buick GL8: pressing the close button from the driver's seat, pressing the close button on the car key, pulling the door handle from the outside, and pressing the side button on the driver's seat. Below is some relevant information about the Buick GL8: Introduction to the Buick GL8: Since its debut in 1999, the Buick GL8 has undergone five generations of innovation and has won the favor of over 1.2 million users. Model Introduction: The all-new Buick GL8 Avenir family has body dimensions of 5219mm × 1878mm × 1799mm and a wheelbase of 3088mm. The Avenir-exclusive design elements are particularly striking throughout the vehicle: the exclusive three-dimensional mesh grille is inspired by the chainmail of medieval nobility, crafted with exquisite metal weaving techniques, presenting an elegant rhythm under different angles and light reflections.
Last time my friend's GL8 power tailgate suddenly got stuck, and I helped him initialize it, which felt very practical. Initializing the power tailgate means resetting its preset positions, allowing the system to relearn the opening and closing points. The specific steps are: first, fully close the tailgate, then sit in the driver's seat without starting the engine, only turn the ignition switch to the ACC position. Next, go to the rear tailgate and find the power button, hold it down for about 5 seconds until the light flashes or you hear a 'beep' sound indicating the learning mode is activated. Then manually push the tailgate upward to its highest position, wait a few seconds for it to fix, and slowly pull it down to the closed position and fix it again. The whole process requires patience; avoid using excessive force to prevent damaging the motor. If the tailgate doesn't open or close smoothly or the position is off, doing this promptly can prevent bigger issues. This method is very reliable, and GL8 owners who have tried it all say it works.
