Range Rover Evoque: Operating the tailgate
Ensure there is minimum space
of 1.0M
(39 in) above the rear of vehicle before
operating the tailgate. Insufficient space
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Do not operate the tailgate
if a cycle
rack is fitted to the tailgate. Remove any
cycles and/or racks before operating
the tailgate.
There are two types of tailgate, powered and
manual.
Both types of tailgate can be released using:
- the appropriate button on the Smart Key,
- the internal release switch,
- the external release switch on the tailgate.
Note: The tailgate will not open if the vehicle is
travelling at or above approximately 5km/h
(3.1mph).
Note: When using the external release switch,
all doors must be unlocked and the gear
selector in Park (P) position.
Note: If the Smart Key is inadvertently left
inside the luggage compartment and the
vehicle is locked and the alarm set, an audible
warning will sound and the tailgate will re-open
after three seconds.
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1. Press to open the powered tailgate.
2. Press and release to close the powered
tailgate.
After the tailgate has opened to its set height, it
can be manually raised or lowered. If the
tailgate
The maximum opening height can be set as
required. This is useful in parking areas with
low ceiling heights or just for ease of use.
1. Open the tailgate to the position which you
want to set as t
The powered tailgate may lose its position
memory if there are multiple object detections
or if battery voltage is low. Powered operation
may be inhibited. To reset the tailgate;
1. Manually close
SEE MORE:
Front seat positions can be saved to vehicle
memory.
Once you have adjusted the power operated
driver’s seat and the exterior mirrors, the
vehicle can memorise the settings for future
use. See 48, EXTERIOR MIRRORS.
1. On the driver’s seat, press the memory
store button to activate the m
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