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:
System limits
Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the vehicle
with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident
could result from road users or objects located
outside the pictur ...
The concept
HDC is a downhill driving assistant that automatically
controls vehicle speed on steep downhill
gradients. The vehicle moves at approximately
walking speed without braking
intervention by the ...
Switching the system on/off
Press the left or right side of
the button
on the CD/DVD player in the rear for the
respective page.
Rear entertainment and screens are switched
on/off.
After switching off the ignition, th ...
