Mini 2004 Convertible Cooper Owner's Manual page 32

TAILGATE
Manual release in the MINI
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can also unlock the tailgate manually.
1. Fold the rear seat bench upwards
2. Pull the ring.
The tailgate is released.
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Tailgate on the MINI Convertible
The maximum load that may be
placed on the open tailgate is 175 lb /
80 kg.<
Manual release in the MINI
Convertible
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can also unlock the tailgate manually.
1. Unlock the catch for the rear backrests
with a master key or ignition key
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