KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
Interrupting opening or closing with a foot
movement
Foot movement operation
Private Locking
The tailgate can be locked using the private
locking function to prevent it from being
opened, e.g. when the vehicle is left at a
workshop or with a valet.
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Make one slow forward kicking motion
while the tailgate is opening or closing to
stop its movement.
The function button for pri-
vate locking is located in the
center display's Function
view. Depending on the cur-
rent status of the lock,
The remote key does not need to be within
range of the vehicle to interrupt opening or
closing of the tailgate.
If the tailgate stops near the closed position, it
will open the next time it is activated.
Private Locking Unlocked
or Private Locking Locked
will be displayed.
NOTE
Kicking motion within the sensor's activation area.
There is a risk of reduced or lost function if
there are large amounts of snow, ice, dirt,
etc. on the rear bumper. Make sure to keep
the bumper clean.
Related information
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Make one slow forward kicking motion
with your foot under the left section of the
rear bumper. Take a step back. Do not
touch the bumper.
Activating and deactivating private locking
(p. 262)
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> A brief audible signal will be heard
when opening or closing is activated -
the tailgate will open/close.
NOTE
Please note that the system could be inad-
vertently activated in a car wash or similar
if the remote key is within range.
If several opening attempts have been made
without the remote key in range behind the
vehicle, foot movement operation will not be
available for a short period of time.
Related information
Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces*
(p. 249)
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Do not keep your foot under the vehicle in a
kicking motion. This may prevent activation.
Opening and closing the power tailgate*
(p. 257)
Remote key range (p. 238)
* Option/accessory. 261
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