Tailgate emergency release
Important safety notes
The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
Tailgate opening dimensions .
If the tailgate can no longer be opened from outside the vehicle, use the emergency release on the inside of the tailgate.
Opening
■ Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey .
■ Insert mechanical key 2 into the opening in paneling 1.
■ Turn mechanical key 2 90° clockwise.
■ Push mechanical key 2 in the direction of the arrow and open the tailgate.
See also:
Dashboard fuse box
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screwdriver to open the cover in the
dashboard. You could damage the
dashboard or the cover.
Make sure that no moisture can enter the
fuse box when the cov ...
Locking the vehicle (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the
SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
■ Open the driver's door.
■ Close the front-passenger door, the rear
doors and the tailgate.
■ ...
Cleaning the wheels
WARNING
Do not use power washers with circular-jet
nozzles (dirt grinders) to clean your vehicle, in
particular the tires. You could otherwise
damage the tires and cause an accident. ...