2008 Volvo V70 Owner's Manual - Page 189

CAUTION Be sure that there is adequate space above and behind the vehicle before opening the tailgate automatically. NOTE If the tailgate has been opened and closed continuously for more than 90 seconds, the automatic function will be deactivated to avoid overloading the electrical system. The automatic function can be used again after approximately 10 minutes. Automatic closing The power tailgate can be closed by pressing the down. NOTE If the tailgate is pressed down e.g., by the weight of snow or strong wind, it will close automatically. WARNING Be sure that no one is near the tailgate when it is opened or closed automatically. The tailgate should never be obstructed in any way when it is operated. Interrupting automatic opening/closing Automatic opening or closing the tailgate can be interrupted in four ways: By pressing the button on the lighting panel (see page 65). button on the tailgate (see the illustration), or by pressing it By pressing the remote key (see page 65) for several seconds. By pressing the button on the lower edge of the tailgate. By pulling the outer handle on the tailgate. If one of these actions is taken: While the tailgate is being opened, the electrical function will be switched off and the tailgate will be released from the electrical system. While the tailgate is being closed, it will return to the fully open position. Pinch protection If the tailgate is obstructed while it is being operated, the pinch protection function is activated. 204 05 During your trip Loading If the tailgate is being opened, the electrical function will be switched off and the tailgate will be released from the electrical system. If the tailgate is being closed, it will move in the opposite direction. Operating the tailgate manually The power tailgate can be disconnected from the vehicle's electrical system by quickly pulling the outer handle twice. The tailgate can then be opened/closed manually.