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How to Open a Stuck Tailgate on a Peugeot Rifter Van?

Model: Peugeot Rifter MK 1 - Years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Part: Checks and maintenance

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On the Peugeot Rifter van, the tailgate may become stuck, for example, due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In these cases, you can still perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial.

First, open the rear side door, then lower the seatback by operating the relevant lever. Next, go to the boot, insert a screwdriver into the indicated slot, and manually unlock the lock.

The tailgate will now be free to open.


Updated on 26 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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