Unlocking and locking 103
Safety First Operating Instructions Practical Tips Technical Specifications
Tailgate
Tailgate: opening and closing
Opening the tailgate
– Pull on the release lever⇒ fig. 74 and lift the tailgate at the same
time.
– Then lift up the tailgate. If your vehicle is equipped accordingly,
the tailgate will open automatically*.
Closing the tailgate
– Pull down the tailgate and let it drop into the latch ⇒ .
Use the recessed handle in the interior trim to make it easier to pull down the
tailgate.
WARNING
• After closing the tailgate, always check that the catch has engaged
properly. If not, the tailgate could open while driving, even if it has been
locked. Risk of accident!
• The tailgate must always be completely closed when the vehicle is
moving, otherwise toxic exhaust fumes may be drawn into the vehicle.
Danger of poisoning!
Note
• The door/tailgate warning symbol lights up on the instrument panel
display if the tailgate is not properly closed when the ignition is switched on
⇒ page 74.
Fig. 74 Luggage
compartment: opening
from the outside
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