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:
Pinch protection system
If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a
window closes, the closing action is interrupted.
The window reopens slightly.
Danger of pinching even with pinch protection
Even with the pin ...
The concept
The vehicle alarm system responds to:
► Opening of a door, the hood or the tailgate.
► Movements in the vehicle.
► Changes in the vehicle tilt, e.g., during attempts
to steal a ...
General malfunctions
▷ CD/DVD changers and players have been
optimized for performance in vehicles. In
some instances they may be more sensitive
to faulty CDs/DVDs than stationary devices
would be.
▷ ...
