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:
Before driving into a car wash
In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a car
wash, heed the information regarding Washing
in automatic car washes. ...
Reference
This chapter contains technical data, short
commands for the voice activation system, and an
index that will quickly take you to the information
you need. ...
Using the door lock
General information
Locking from the outside
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if
there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot be
unlocked from inside without special knowledge.
The ...
