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Hyundai Santa Fe - Video tutorial

Model: Hyundai Santa Fe MK 3 - Years 2012-2018
Part: Checks and maintenance
Operation: How to open the locked tailgate on the Hyundai Santa Fe?

In the Hyundai Santa Fe, it may happen that the trunk door gets stuck, for example due to a malfunction of the control button or the related actuator. In these cases, it is possible to perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this video. First of all, we open the rear doors, then we operate the levers located on the back of the seat backs and lower them. We then go inside the trunk, remove the small indicated door, and manually operate the lock. At this point, the trunk door will be free to be opened and, if necessary, repaired.


Posted on 12 May 2024 by ScegliAuto



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