Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove front left underbody panelling.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Gently press retaining tabs apart in direction of arrow and remove receiving
antenna (2).
Fig.
Special tools required:
00 2 190
NOTE: If a tire sealant has been used, replace the wheel electronics.
When a tire has been removed, do not clean the rim with installed wheel
electronics with high
Lower tailgate
Opening
General information
When open, the lower tailgate can support loads
of up to 550 lbs/250 kg.
Functional requirement
The upper tailgate must be open.
From the outside
Without Comfort Access:
Press the button on the lower
tailgate
and fold the lower tailgate down.
With Comfort
Read contents of Body, General.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs!
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are
susceptible to heat or dust.
Following new body parts are required: