Tailgate Release Actuator (Coupe)

The tailgate release actuator has only two positions Trunk closed or trunk open. Upon receiving a tailgate open request, either from the tailgate release button, or the remote key the BC1 activates the motor. The motor is powered in one direction and sprung in the other direction.

On early production vehicles, there was no manual unlock cable or lever for the tailgate release mechanism. The only method for opening of the tailgate was through the electrical activation of the release motor.

Later production vehicles have a cable that is routed from the actuator to under the rear seat bench. This allows the rear tailgate to be opened in case of an electrical failure.