Automatic tailgate operation
Adjusting the opening height
You can set how far the tailgate should open.
Adjusting the opening height
When adjusting the opening height, ensure
that there is a clearance of at least
4 in/10 cm above the tailgate. Otherwise, the
ceiling may not be high enough for the open tailgate
if the load situation changes.◄
1. "Settings"
2. "Tailgate"
3. Turn the controller until the desired opening
height is selected.
Opening
The tailgate opens fully.

► Press the button on the exterior of the tailgate.
►
Press the button on the remote
control for approx. 1 second.
►
Push the button in the driver's
footwell.
Pressing the button again stops the motion.
The opening process is interrupted as well:
► When starting the engine.
► When the vehicle starts moving.
► By pressing the button in the driver's footwell.
► By pressing the button on the inside of the
tailgate.
Closing

► Press the button on the inside of the tailgate.
The tailgate closes automatically.
Pressing again stops the motion.

With Comfort Access:
► Press the button, arrow 1, on the inside of the tailgate.
The tailgate closes automatically.
Pressing again stops the motion.
► Press the button, arrow 2.
Tailgate closes automatically and the vehicle is locked.

► Press the button on the exterior of the tailgate.
Pressing again stops the motion.
The closing operation is interrupted:
► When starting the engine.
► The vehicle starts off with jerks.
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the tailgate
is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◄
Do not place the remote control in the
cargo area
Take the remote control with you and do not
leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the remote control is locked inside the
vehicle when the tailgate is closed.◄
Manual operation
In the event of an electrical malfunction, operate the unlocked tailgate manually with a slow and smooth motion.
See also:
Child seat security
Child seat security
The rear safety belts and the front passenger
safety belt can be locked against pulling out for
mounting the child restraint fixing systems.
Locking the safety belt
1. Pul ...
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Opening
Opening
Pull the lever and swing the tailgate downward.
The opened tailgate can be loaded with up to
550 lbs/250 kg.
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