Opening and closing the power*-operated tailgate
Function where the tailgate can be opened and closed at the touch of a button.
Opening
Choose one of the following options to open the power operated tailgate:
Long press on the remote control key's 
button. Keep it depressed until the tailgate starts to open.
button. Keep it depressed until the tailgate starts to open.
Long press on the instrument panel's 
button. Keep it depressed until the tailgate starts to open.
button. Keep it depressed until the tailgate starts to open.
Light press on the tailgate handle.
Foot movement* under the rear bumper.
Closing
Choose one of the following options to close1 the power operated tailgate:
Press the 
button on the underside of the tailgate to close.
button on the underside of the tailgate to close.The tailgate closes automatically and remains unlocked.
Note
- The button is active 24 hours after the hatch has been left open. Thereafter, it must be closed manually.
- If the flap has been open for more than 30 minutes, it will close at a slow speed.
Long press on the button on the remote control key.
button on the remote control key.The tailgate closes automatically and acoustic signals sound – the tailgate remains unlocked.
Long press on the button on the instrument panel.
button on the instrument panel.The tailgate closes automatically and acoustic signals sound – the tailgate remains unlocked.
Foot movement* under the rear bumper.
The tailgate closes automatically and acoustic signals sound – the tailgate remains unlocked.
Closing and locking
Press the 
button on the underside of the tailgate to close it and simultaneously lock1 the tailgate and doors (all doors must be closed for locking).
button on the underside of the tailgate to close it and simultaneously lock1 the tailgate and doors (all doors must be closed for locking). The tailgate closes automatically – the tailgate and doors are locked, and the alarm* is armed.
Note
- One of the car's remote control keys must be within range for locking and unlocking to work.
- When using keyless* locking or closing, three signals will sound if the key is not detected sufficiently close to the tailgate.
Important
During manual tailgate operation, open or close it slowly. Do not use force to open/close it if there is resistance. It may be damaged and stop working correctly.
Cancel opening or closing
Cancel opening or closing in one of the following ways:
- Press the button on the instrument panel.
- Press the remote control key's button.
- Press the closing button on the underside of the tailgate.
- Press the rubberised pressure plate beneath the outside handle.
- Using a foot movement*.
The tailgate's movement is interrupted and stops. The tailgate can then be operated manually.
If the tailgate is stopped close to closed position, the next activation will open the tailgate.
Pinch protection
If something with sufficient resistance prevents the tailgate from opening or closing then the pinch protection is activated.
- During opening - movement is interrupted, the tailgate stops and a long acoustic signal sounds.
- During closing - movement is interrupted, the tailgate stops, a long acoustic signal sounds and the tailgate returns to the programmed max. position.
Warning
Watch out for the risk of crushing when opening and closing.
Check that there is nobody near the tailgate before starting to open or close it as a crush injury may have severe consequences.
Always operate the tailgate with caution.
Pre-tensioned springs
Warning
Do not open the pre-tensioned springs for the power operated tailgate. They are pre-tensioned with high pressure and can cause injury if opened.