Closing and locking the tailgate using the buttons*

Updated 2021-10-04

The buttons on the underside of the tailgate can be used to close and lock the vehicle automatically.

P5-1507 Power Operated Tailgate overveiw — Location of button(s) on underside of tailgate.

Important

When operating the tailgate manually, open and close it slowly. If you encounter resistance, do not use force. This could lead to damage and loss of function.

Closing1

Press the

P5-1507 Power Operated Tailgate - close only button

button on the underside of the tailgate.

The tailgate will close automatically and remain unlocked.

Note

The button remains active 24 hours after the tailgate was opened. After this time, the tailgate must be closed manually.
If the tailgate has been open for more than 30 minutes, it will automatically close slowly.

Closing and locking2

Press the

P5-1507 Power Operated Tailgate - close and lock button

button on the underside of the tailgate.

The tailgate closes automatically and the vehicle locks3.

Note

One of the vehicle's keys must be within range for locking and unlocking to be possible.
When the keyless locking or closing* functions are used, three audible signals will sound if the key is not close enough to the tailgate.

Interrupting closing

Press the button on the dashboard.
Press the button on the key.
Press the close button on the underside of the tailgate1.
Press the rubberized pressure plate on the underside of the tailgate's outer handle.
Using a foot movement*.

Tailgate movement is interrupted and stops. The tailgate can then be opened or closed manually.

If the tailgate stops near the closed position, it will open the next time it is activated.

Pinch protection

If anything obstructs the tailgate with enough force to prevent it from opening or closing, pinch protection will be activated.

When opening - the tailgate will stop moving and an audible signal will sound.
When closing - the tailgate will stop, a long audible signal will sound and the tailgate will return to the programmed maximum opening position.

Warning

Be aware of the risk of injury when opening and closing.

Before opening or closing, make sure that no one is near the tailgate's range of motion. Serious injury could occur.

Always operate the tailgate with caution.

Preloaded springs

P5-1617- V90 - High pressure preloaded spring — Preloaded springs for the power tailgate.

Warning

Do not attempt to open or access the preloaded springs in the power tailgate struts. They are preloaded with high pressure and can cause injury if opened.