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:
Automatic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note
Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the event
of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a loading
platf ...
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
users may be injured or th ...
Windshield washer nozzles
The washer jets are automatically heated whenever
the ignition is switched on. ...