Opening And Closing - SMART fortwo cabriolet Operator's Manual

Pull either of the release levers :
X
backwards.
The lower tailgate is unlocked.
Swivel the lower tailgate downwards to
X
open.
The lower tailgate is held in the
horizontal position by means of the two
retaining straps.
! When folded down, the lower tailgate
can bear loads up to maximum of 220 lbs
(100 kg).
Observe the information on loading the
vehicle ( page 104).
Y
For information on vehicle weights, see
"Vehicle specification" (
Closing the tailgate(s) on the coupé
G WARNING
To prevent possible personal injury,
always keep hands and fingers away from the
cargo compartment opening when closing
the tailgate(s). Be especially careful when
small children are around.
X
X
page 209).
Y
You can fully open the retractable soft top
with the key.

Opening and closing

Swivel the lower tailgate upwards to
close. Allow the two release levers to
engage audibly.
Swivel the upper tailgate downwards to
close.
G WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the starter switch, take it with
you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. A child's
unsupervised access to a vehicle could
result in an accident and/or serious
personal injury.
Opening and closing the retractable
soft top (cabriolet only)
53
Z