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:
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Activating/deactivating
•► To activate: press the
button.
The indicator lamp above the button
lights up.
•► To switch off: press the
button.
The indicator lamp above the button
goes out. The co ...
Purity
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important with respect to avoiding
malfunctions in the exhaust gas
aftertreatment system.
If DEF is pumped out of the DEF tank, e.g.
during repair wo ...
