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 7.20 ft (2.20 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.
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