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 outside

► Press the button next to the tailgate.
►
Press the button on the remote
control for approx. 1 second.
Opening from the inside
Push the button in the driver's
footwell.
The tailgate is opened if the vehicle is stationary, provided that the tailgate has not been locked.
See also:
All around the headliner
1 Emergency Request
2 Glass sunroof, powered
3 Indicator lamp, front passenger
airbag
4 Reading lamps
5 Interior lamps ...
Hiding Check Control messages
Press the computer button on the turn signal
lever.
► Some Check Control messages are displayed
continuously and are not cleared until
the malfunction is eliminated. If several
malfunct ...
General driving notes
Closing the trunk lid
Drive with the trunk lid closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise,
in the event of an accident or braking or
evasive maneuvers, passengers or other road
use ...
