Power Liftgate Function Disable Feature
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Flex. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Using the message center settings, the power liftgate function can be disabled for the rear power liftgate switch and the liftgate release switch. When disabled, pressing the liftgate release switch releases the liftgate latch, however the liftgate does not power open. If the rear power liftgate switch is pressed with the liftgate open, the chime sounds, however the liftgate does not power close.