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How to recalibrate the tailgate on the Volkswagen Tiguan?

Model: Volkswagen Tiguan BW, MK 2, AD - Years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Part: Checks and maintenance

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In this tutorial, you will see how to recalibrate the tailgate on the Volkswagen Tiguan, a very simple and quick operation, for example, if you need a greater or lesser opening. First, open the tailgate, then position it to the desired height.

Next, locate the two buttons on the inner edge, to your right, and hold down the left button until the car emits a beep. Close the tailgate and check that the operation has been successful.


Updated on 20 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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