Fiat 500 Owner's Handbook Manual page 54

To open it, enable the handle, opening one of the
front doors or unlocking the doors with the remote
control or using the key without remote control.
If the tailgate is not shut properly the instrument
panel warning light (where provided) will switch
on.
TAILGATE CLOSURE
To close, lower the tailgate by pressing near the lock
until you hear it click.
In the inner part of the tailgate a strap B fig. 54
makes it easier to hold and close the tailgate.
fig. 54
Never exceed the maximum allowed
load in the boot (see "Technical
Specifications"). Make sure that the objects are
well arranged in the boot so that they will not
be projected forwards following sudden braking.
Do not travel with the tailgate open:
exhaust gas may enter the passenger
compartment.
If you are travelling in areas with few
filling stations and you want to transport
fuel in a spare tank, comply with the law by
using only an approved, suitably secured tank. In
the event of a collision the fire risk is increased
all the same.
Take care not to knock objects on the
roof rack when opening the tailgate.
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