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 height is selected.
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 opening height
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.
▷ control Press 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.
▷ remoteBy 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.◀

Function requirement:
The lower tailgate is closed and must be locked on both sides.

The lower tailgate is closed and must be locked on both sides
The lower tailgate is closed and must be locked on both sides

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.

Manually opening or closing

In case of an electrical defect of the automatic tailgate operation function:

1. Manually release the tailgate

2. 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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