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:
Enlarging the cargo area
General information
The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down
the rear seat backrests.
The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts
at a ratio of 60 to 40.
If equipped with through-l ...
Wiper blade replacement
General information
Do not fold down the wipers
without wiper
blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have
not been installed; this may damage the windshield.
Replacing the wiper ...
Switching the high beams on and offmanually
► High beams on, arrow 1.
► High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2.
The High-beam Assistant can be switched off
when manually adjusting the light. To reactivate
the High-beam Assis ...