Where is the manual liftgate sensor located 2009 Equinox

In link below of owners manual starting page 223 fuse box diagram I see two fuses for lift gate, one for module and the other is for logic.
https://cdn.dealereprocess.net/cdn/servicemanuals/chevrolet/2016-equinox.pdf
The link below problem found was switch in side vehicle was turned to off position.
https://chevroletforum.com/forum/tahoe-suburban-25/power-liftgate-stopped-working-36262/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caThwc07PyU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdQuQyG78SI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbSAcgAzIZM
On video below it talk about adjustment of latch. If not opening right move latch around and attempt to open liftgate..
You might try closing latch with door open and push button to see latch open up. If it opens fine it could be binding when door is actually closed and latch needs adjusting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmPIx4GuEkc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nno-epcZxQc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBievVsXBLE

I have a 17 Terrain which does not have power lift gate. Something I notice in the video was if you have power lift gates it says to step back when opening and closing because there are sensors to prevent someone from being hit with the door.

Does it have a power lift gate ? Do you know anything about automotive electrical systems ? How to use a wiring diagram along with a digital volt ohmmeter to test electrical circuits . ?
Power Liftgate
The power liftgate feature will allow the customer to automatically open or close the liftgate by activating the interior open/close switch, the remote keyless entry transmitter, or by manually initiating liftgate movement. The power liftgate uses a power cinch system to latch the liftgate.
The power liftgate system consists of:

• Power liftgate control switch (located in the overhead console)
• Power liftgate motors (located in the rear headliner area)
• Optical sensor and power liftgate encoder wheel (located in the left power liftgate motor assembly)
• Pinch strip switches (located on the body by the liftgate)
• Home position switch (located on the cinch actuator)
• Forkbolt switch (located on the cinching latch assembly)
• Detent switch (located on the cinching latch assembly)
• Liftgate close chime module (located in a unit external from the power liftgate module)

The forkbolt and detent switch are located on the cinch latch assembly and the home position switch is located on the cinch actuator assembly. For information on removal of the latch or cinch actuator assembly, refer to Section 501-14 .
The power liftgate may not operate under the following conditions:

• a low voltage or dead battery.
• a disconnected battery.
• a power liftgate that has been left open for more than six hours.
• a power liftgate that has been manually closed and left ajar.

If any of these conditions has occurred, the power liftgate must be reset before performing any pinpoint tests. For additional information, refer to Power Liftgate Initialization .

Power Liftgate Initialization NOTE: If the power liftgate system is turned OFF in the message center, the system cannot be activated with any switches or with the liftgate handle. The system will need to be turned ON for any power operation to occur.
NOTE: The power liftgate may not operate under the following conditions:

• a low voltage or dead battery.
• a disconnected battery
• a power liftgate that has been left open for more than six hours.
• a power liftgate that has been manually closed and left ajar.

If any of these conditions has occurred, the power liftgate must be reset.

1. Manually close and fully latch the power liftgate.

1. NOTE: If the power liftgate does not open during this step, refer to the symptom chart to diagnose the power liftgate for no operation. Power open the power liftgate by using the keyfob or overhead console switch.

1. Once the power liftgate is fully open, close the power liftgate by using the keyfob or overhead console switch.
2. your best bet mite be to have a qualified repair shop check it out .

Door ajar switch possibly . The lift gate not working is a different matter . Could be any number of thing's .
Power Liftgate System Components
• Liftgate motor assembly
• Liftgate latch
• Liftgate module (LGM)
• Liftgate side upper sensor - left
• Liftgate side upper sensor - right
• Liftgate handle switch
• Liftgate close switch
• GMLAN serial data link
• PWR LIFT GATE 30 amp fuse
• PLG 10 amp mini-fuse

Your best bet take it to a qualified repair shop that has the diagnostic tool that can communicate with the lift gate control module , too check for DTC'S - diagnostic trouble code's .
Liftgate Module
The liftgate module controls the liftgate motor, liftgate clutch, and liftgate latch based on various inputs. The liftgate module also performs diagnostics on these inputs and outputs and will disable liftgate functionality and set DTCs should a fault be detected. The liftgate module is secured to the motor assembly at the left rear of the vehicle. The module requires a liftgate position learn procedure be performed when replacing. This allows the module to learn the full open and full closed positions of the liftgate.

DTC B153A 00: Liftgate Latch Switch Signal Circuit
DTC B153A 08: Liftgate Latch Switch Signal Circuit Signal Invalid
DTC B153B 02: Liftgate Open Switch Signal Circuit Short to Ground
DTC B153B 05: Liftgate Open Switch Signal Circuit Open
DTC B153E 02: Liftgate Position Sensor Signal Circuit Short to Ground
DTC B153E 05: Liftgate Position Sensor Signal Circuit Short to Battery or Open
DTC B153E 08: Liftgate Position Sensor Signal Circuit Signal Invalid

This is not a job for a diy'er or vehicle owner .

Door ajar switches maybe bad . Take the door panel off ,find a wiring diagram an test the circuit . Or you could check at the BCM ,would still need wiring diagram so you know what wire is what . Do you know how to test electrical circuits using a DVOM - digital volt ohm meter ? Could also take it to a qualified repair shop an have the BCM checked for DTC'S - diagnostic trouble codes .
The BCM, the door switches, and the liftgate module (LGM) (if equipped with power liftgate) communicate through the GMLAN serial data circuit for the lamp illumination commands of the doors, liftgate, and liftglass open/ajar switch signals. The LGM receives a ground signal from the pawl switch, ratchet switch, and liftglass ajar switch that are located within the liftgate latch and liftglass latch. For all vehicles, the left and right rear door latch switches are both on one circuit that is also an input to the BCM.
If the vehicle has a manual liftgate, there is an input circuit from the liftgate latch switch and liftglass latch switch directly to the BCM.
The left and right front door courtesy lamps receive voltage and ground from the driver door switch and the passenger door switch respectively. The remaining courtesy lamps are controlled and receive voltage through the BCM from the CTSY fuse in the instrument panel fuse block.

DTC B2555 01: Passenger Compartment Lamp Control Circuit Short to Battery
DTC B2555 02: Passenger Compartment Lamp Control Circuit Short to Ground

If there is no exterior handle to open the hatch you are in a pickle. The rear hatch interior moulding assembly will have to be removed from inside the vehicle to access the lock assembly. This may crack/damage the moulding assembly as it is not designed to be removed this way. Once removed the door can usually be opened manually and then diagnosed for the problem. It may be a defective lock solenoid or latch assembly. I would have a pro look at it as they know how to disassemble these things with minamal to no damage.

It can be faulty switch or its issue with lift gate latch.Its got stuck up hard or cracked inside.It has to be inspected.-----------
There are few help links with proper solutions for these problem.I suggest you to refer the links.
Click the link below:----
2007 Mercury Mountaineer: Liftgate will not Unlock or Open? http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/06/2007-mercury-mountaineer-liftgate-will.html
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Adjust Hydraulic Lifters? http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/04/adjust-hydraulic-lifters.html
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How to open rear lift gate? http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-open-rear-lift-gate.html

--------- Power Liftgate Shuts Down http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/power-liftgate-shuts-down.html
------------ Power Lift Gate Will Not Remain Open http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/power-lift-gate-will-not-remain-open.html
----------- Power Lift-gate will not Operate http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/power-lift-gate-will-not-operate.html
------------- Liftgate will Not Stay Up Open? http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/liftgate-will-not-stay-up-open.html

---------------- Rear Door will not open http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/rear-door-will-not-open.html
------------ 2000 Toyota Corolla: Rear Door wont open from outside or inside? http://whatisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/05/2000-toyota-corolla-rear-door-wont-open.html

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These details will help.
Thanks.

To unlock the liftgate, press the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice or use the power door lock switch.
To lock the liftgate, press the lock button on the RKE transmitter or use the power door lock switch. The liftgate does not have a key lock cylinder.
To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle located in the center of the liftgate.
When closing the liftgate, use the molded handles to pull the liftgate down. Push the liftgate closed until it latches.

Operation
A power open or close cycle can only be initiated from the fully closed or open positions while the vehicle is in park and the liftglass ajar switch input to the liftgate module is inactive. At any time during a power open or close cycle the operation can be reversed by pressing any of the open/close switches. The power liftgate can be switched to manual mode with the on/off switch in the overhead console and during manual operation the power latch will still operate. During power liftgate operation the liftgate module continuously monitors the liftgate position and load profile. The position is calculated from hall effect sensor counts and the electrical load of the gear motor is used to determine physical resistance to the liftgate. Both of these profiles must be learned before the liftgate can operate properly and relearned any time most liftgate components are serviced.


Object Obstruction Detection
The liftgate control module continuously monitors power liftgate operation and calculates its location and direction of travel using 2 hall effect sensors that are part of the gear motor assembly. The hall effect sensors are 3 wire sensors and are supplied with a 5 volt power circuit, ground and signal circuits from the liftgate control module. The hall effect sensor signal circuits are referenced from battery voltage within the liftgate control module and pulsed low by the hall effect sensors.
The power liftgate system uses a secondary object detection method which consists of object sensors fixed to both sides of the liftgate near the seal area. The object sensors consist of an internal fixed resistor and normally open switch contacts which when closed will bypass the resistor. The signal circuit is supplied 5 volts through a resistor and monitored within the liftgate control module, and during normal power liftgate operation the signal circuit should remain a fixed value. When an object presses one of the sensors the contacts close and the resistor is bypassed causing the signal circuit voltage at the module to go low.

Gear Motor Assembly
The liftgate motor is a bi-directional motor and open or close operation is the result of the direction of the motor rotation. The liftgate module controls the liftgate motor through the control circuits by suppling power and ground in the appropriate polarity. The motor control circuits are monitored by the liftgate module prior to activation for a high or low condition and during motor operation for any irregular current flow conditions.
The liftgate motor clutch engages or disengages the liftgate motor to the liftgate drive gear and is the component that determines power or manual operation. When the liftgate module supplies power to the clutch control circuit the clutch coil is energized and the liftgate motor is engaged to the liftgate drive gear so that power operation can occur. The liftgate module monitors the clutch control circuit at all times for a short high while in an inactive state or a short low or insufficient current flow while in an active state.
The full open switch is part of the gear motor assembly and will close and become active when the liftgate reaches the full open position. The full open switch signal circuit is supplied battery voltage through a resistor and monitored within the liftgate module. The liftgate provides a low reference circuit and when the switch contacts close the signal circuit goes low and the liftgate module determines the switch to be active.

DTC B153A 00: Liftgate Latch Switch Signal Circuit
DTC B153A 08: Liftgate Latch Switch Signal Circuit Signal Invalid

When calibrating the liftgate position, the liftgate module (LGM) is placed in a functional state to learn the liftgate travel limits. DTC B1019 00 will set automatically as an indicator that the system is in learn mode and not as a fault indicator. Once the travel limits are learned by the liftgate module, the LGM will exit calibration mode. If the LGM does not exit learn mode, DTC B1019 00 will remain current and indicate a fault.
DTC B153B 02: Liftgate Open Switch Signal Circuit Short to Ground
DTC B153B 05: Liftgate Open Switch Signal Circuit Short to Short to Battery or Open
DTC B153E 02: Liftgate Position Sensor Signal Circuit Short to Ground
DTC B153E 05: Liftgate Position Sensor Signal Circuit Short to Battery or Open
DTC B153E 08: Liftgate Position Sensor Signal Circuit Signal Invalid

Your best bet , take it to the dealer .

Inside the latch is 2 strips and a pin. the pin pushes the strips together. these strips bend and corrode the latch might not be turning to fully closed then the pin won't close the contacts. Spray Graphite lube in and work the latch with a screwdriver There is a plastic coating that might have worn thru on the latch finger The sensor is there for your safety Caravan's would eject passengers if latch is not secure. But that said bypass if all else fails.

The liftgate consists of the following components:

• liftgate door lock actuator
• liftgate lock cylinder (if equipped)
• liftgate window glass
• liftgate window latch/ajar switch
• liftgate window glass release handle
• liftgate latch remote control which consists of the following component:
  • liftgate release handle
• liftgate latch, which consist of the following component:
  • liftgate latch door ajar switch

Liftgate Latch Actuator Removal and Installation

1. Remove the liftgate latch remote control. For additional information, refer to Liftgate Latch Remote Control in this section.

SECTION 501-14: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems 2001 Escape Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Liftgate Latch Removal and Installation

1. Remove the liftgate trim panel.

1. Disconnect the liftgate ajar switch electrical connector.

1. Disconnect the liftgate latch actuating rod.
   1. Open the clip.
   1. Disconnect the actuating rod.

1. Remove and discard the liftgate latch bolts.

1. Remove the liftgate latch.

1. NOTE: Make sure the liftgate latch release rod is not preloading the latch. It should be clipped in a relaxed state with no slack.
   NOTE: Position the liftgate latch release rod by pushing outboard to remove the slack.
   

1. Remove the screws and the liftgate latch actuator