Opening
The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens.
Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening.
Provide edge protection
Sharp or angular objects can hit the rear
window while driving and damage the heating
wires of the rear window. Provide edge protection.◀
Opening from the inside

Opening from the inside
Press the button. The tailgate opens somewhat unless it has been locked.
Opening from the outside

Opening from the outside
Press the button, see arrow, or the
button
of the remote control for approx. 1 second. The
tailgate opens slightly. It can be swung upward.
Opening manually
In case of an electrical malfunction:
1. From the cargo area, press out the handle in the tailgate, refer to arrow, with a screwdriver and pull. The tailgate is unlocked.

The tailgate is unlocked
2. Open the tailgate from the outside and press in the handle.
The tailgate is locked again as soon as it is closed.
See also:
Washer fluid reservoir
Adding washer fluid
Only add washer fluid when the engine is
cool, and then close the cover completely to
avoid contact between the washer fluid and hot
engine parts.
Otherwise, there is the ...
Rear
Opening
Press on the cover.
Emptying
Take out the insert.
Lighter
Push in the lighter.
Danger of burns
Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; otherwise,
there is the danger of getting bu ...
Head airbags
In a lateral impact, the head airbag supports the
head. ...
