Automatic tailgate operation

Adjusting opening height

You can set how far the tailgate should open.

When adjusting the opening height, ensure 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.

Turn the controller until the desired opening
Turn the controller until the desired opening height is selected

Opening

The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens.

Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening.

The tailgate opens automatically to the adjusted opening height.

The tailgate opens automatically to the adjusted
The tailgate opens automatically to the adjusted opening height

▷ Press the button on the outside of the tailgate when the vehicle is unlocked.
▷ console. Press the button in the center console.
▷ controlPress the button on the remote control for approx. 1 second and release.<>

The opening procedure is interrupted:

▷ When the vehicle starts moving.
▷ center By pressing the button in the center console again.
▷ remote By pressing the button on the remote control for a longer period.
▷ By pressing the button on the outside of the tailgate.
▷ By pressing the button on the inside of the tailgate.

Closing

Make sure that the closing path of the tailgate Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the tailgate is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

The tailgate closes automatically
The tailgate closes automatically

The tailgate closes automatically when the button on the inside of the tailgate is pressed.

To stop the closing process:

▷ Press the button on the inside of the tailgate.
▷ Press the button on the exterior of the tailgate.

Closing is not canceled when you put the vehicle into motion.

The tailgate closes automatically without Automatic closing
The tailgate closes automatically without button operation if it is weighed down by an additional weight of approx. 11 lbs/5 kg, such as snow or ice.◀

Manually opening or closing

In case of an electrical malfunction:

1. Push out cover 1 on the tailgate with a screwdriver.

Push out cover 1 on the tailgate with a
Push out cover 1 on the tailgate with a screwdriver

2. Push the catch 2 in the direction of the arrow.

3. Open or close the tailgate slowly and without making sudden movements.

If the tailgate offers increased resistance, Do not use force to open or close
If the tailgate offers increased resistance, do not forcefully open or close the tailgate; otherwise, injury or damage may result.◀

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