Boot lid
Introduction to the topic
The boot lid is unlocked and locked together with the doors.
In vehicles with the keyless locking and starting system Keyless Access, the boot lid is
automatically opened upon unlocking (→ Keyless Access, Description).
WARNING
Incorrect and unsupervised unlocking, opening or closing of the boot lid can cause accidents
and serious injuries.
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The boot lid should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in its path.
Always check that the boot lid is properly closed after closing it. The closed boot lid must be
flush with the surrounding body panels.
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Always keep the boot lid closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Never open the boot lid when loads, e.g. bicycles, are attached to it. The boot lid may close
under its own weight due to the additional load. Support the boot lid as necessary or
remove the load.
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Close and lock the boot lid and all vehicle doors when the vehicle is not in use. Ensure that
no one remains in the vehicle.
Never leave children playing unattended in or around the vehicle, especially when the boot
lid is open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment, shut the boot lid and trap
themselves inside. Temperatures inside a locked vehicle may be extremely hot or cold
depending on the season. This can cause serious injuries and illness or fatalities, especially
among small children.
WARNING
Serious injuries could occur if the boot lid is unlocked or opened incorrectly or without due care
and attention.
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The boot lid may not always be detected as being unlocked if there is a carrier and items
attached to it. The boot lid may open suddenly while the vehicle is in motion if it is
unlocked.
WARNING
If there is a large amount of snow or a heavy load on the boot lid, the boot lid may lower by
itself and cause serious injuries due to the additional weight.
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Never open the boot lid if it is covered by a large amount of snow or a load is attached to it,
e.g. on a luggage carrier.
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Remove the snow or load before opening the boot lid.
WARNING
Do not push down the boot lid with your hand on the rear window. The rear window may
shatter and cause injuries.
NOTICE
Never use the opening mechanism to fix or hold a load. This could lead to damage that makes it
impossible to close the boot lid.
NOTICE
Never use the rear window wiper or the rear spoiler to fix or hold a load. This may result in
damage that causes the rear wiper or rear spoiler to be torn off.
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