Opening the tailgate manually
Opening the tailgate manually
The tailgate is held closed by an electronic locking mechanism. To open:
1. Press lightly on the rubberized plate under the handle to release the lock.
2. Lift the handle to open the tailgate.
CAUTION • When pressing the rubberized plate, only light pressure is necessary to release the tailgate's electronic locking mechanism.
• When opening the tailgate, pull it up using the handle. Too much pressure on the rubberized plate can damage its electrical connections.
See also:
Manual locking
In certain situations (e.g., if there is no electrical current in the vehicle),
the doors can be locked manually.
The detachable key blade (see page 59) can be used in the lock cylinder in the
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Courtesy lights/door step lighting
The courtesy lights/door step lighting switch
on/off automatically when one of the front
doors is opened/closed. ...
Headlight housing
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out when replacing all front bulbs.
CAUTION
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat ...