Keys, doors and windows
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A chime sound indicates the new
setting and the turn lights will flash.
The reduced height can only be set at
an opening angle of above 30°.
The tailgate can only be held open at
an opening angle of above 30°.
If the vehicle is equipped with factory-
fitted towing equipment and a trailer
or a plug is connected with the socket,
e. g. when a bicycle carrier is used,
the power tailgate can only be
General hints for operating
tailgate
9 Danger
operated manually. Ensure that there
are no obstacles in the moving area.
Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which cannot be seen or
smelled, could enter the vehicle.
This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.
To set a new opening height repeat
the procedure.
Overload
If the power tailgate is repeatedly
operated at short intervals, the
function is disabled for some time.
Move tailgate manually into end
position to reset the system.
Safety function
If the power tailgate encounters an
obstacle during opening or closing,
the direction of movement will
automatically be reversed slightly.
Multiple obstacles in one power cycle
will deactivate the function. In this
case, close or open the tailgate
manually.
Caution
Initialising power tailgate
Before opening the tailgate, check
overhead obstructions, e.g. a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the
tailgate.
If the power tailgate cannot be
operated automatically, e.g. after
disconnecting the vehicle battery,
initialise the power tailgate as follows:
The power tailgate has pinch sensors
on the side edges. If the sensors
1. Open tailgate manually.
2. Close tailgate manually.
3. Switch on ignition.
Seek the assistance of a workshop if
the problem is not solved.
detect obstacles between tailgate and
chassis, the tailgate will open, until it
is activated again or closed manually.
Caution
The safety function is indicated by a
warning chime.
Remove all obstacles before
resuming normal power operation.
Do not install any carrier onto the
tailgate.