Fig. 36 In the vehicle key: button for unlocking and opening the tailgate
Fig. 37 Opening the tailgate from the outside
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsIt will not be possible to open the tailgate if, for example, bicycles are mounted on a carrier attached to it . Remove the load from the carrier and support the open tailgate.
Opening with the vehicle key
Press the button on the vehicle key for less than approximately 1 second to unlock the tailgate, or press the button on the vehicle key until the tailgate automatically opens by a few millimetres. Then open the tailgate using the Volkswagen badge.
Opening with the Volkswagen emblem
WARNING
Serious injuries can occur if the tailgate is unlocked or opened incorrectly or without due care and attention.At outside temperatures lower than 0°C (+32°F), the opening mechanism cannot always lift the opened tailgate automatically. The tailgate then has to be guided up by hand.
Assembly overview - window regulator
1 -
Front door
2 -
Hexagon nut
Qty. 5
6 Nm
3 -
Window regulator
Removing and installing
→ Chapter.
4 -
Bolt
Qty. 3
3 Nm
5&n ...
Installing roof reinforcement to body, estate without sliding sunroof
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Electric cutter -V.A.G 1561A
Scraping blade -V.A.G 1561/20
...
Run-flat tyres, PAX, wheel alignment
The procedure for adjusting the wheel alignment on vehicles
with run-flat tyres (PAX) is the same as for vehicles with
standard tyres.
Generally, the same measuring heads and fasteners for
standard tyres with rim protector can be used on ...