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How to Open the Stuck Rear Tailgate of a Citroen C5

Model: Citroen C5 DC, MK 1 - Years 2000-2008
Part: Checks and maintenance

Is the tailgate of your car stuck and not opening? Here’s how to open the rear tailgate of a Citroen C5. Access the interior of the cabin (rear); lower the seat backs and reach the boot. Use a release agent to unlock the tailgate lock (wait a few minutes). Attempt to open the lock with the appropriate handle until it unlocks (use a screwdriver). Once the tailgate is open, lubricate the lock and remove any dirt residue. If the lock does not function, replace it.

Updated on 11 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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