Tailgate emergency release
If the tailgate can no longer be opened from outside the vehicle, use the emergency release on inside of the tailgate.
- Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ().
To open the tailgate completely, a minimum clearance of 6.90 ft (2.10 m) above the ground is necessary.

The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
- Insert mechanical key 2 into opening in trim 1.
- Turn mechanical key 2 90° clockwise.
- Push mechanical key 2 in the direction of the arrow and open the tailgate.
See also:
Checking the battery
Press the or
button.
The battery is working properly if battery
check lamp 1 lights up briefly
If battery check lamp 1 does not light up
briefly during the test, the battery is
dischar ...
Sport Utility Vehicle
WARNING
This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both
on-road and off-road use. It can go places and
perform tasks for which conventional 2-wheel
drive passenger cars are not intended. This ...
Important safety notes
ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long,
monotonous journeys such as on freeways and interstate highways. It is active in
the
range between 50 mph (80 km/h) and
112 mph (180 km/h).
If ATTENTIO ...
