Fig. 38 Open tailgate: handle recess for closing the tailgate
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsClosing the tailgate
Locking the tailgate
The vehicle will lock again automatically after approximately 120 seconds if you do not open one of the doors or the tailgate. This function prevents the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by mistake.
The tailgate can only be locked when it is properly closed and engaged.
WARNING
Serious injuries can occur if the tailgate is closed incorrectly or without due care and attention.Before closing the tailgate, check that the vehicle key is not in the luggage compartment.
Removing and installing left temperature flap control motor -V158-, LHD
vehicles
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Vehicle diagnostic tester
First carry out the following work:
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Switch off all electrical consumers.
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Removing and installing glow plug with flame monitoring -Q8
Removing
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Dismantling and assembling auxiliary heater
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Pull out retaining spring -1-
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Checklist
The following steps should always be carried out in the specified
order before working in the engine compartment :
Park the vehicle on a level and stable
surface.
Depress and hold the brake pedal until
the engine has stopped.
Switch on the electronic parking brake
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