Technical description: Tailgate/bootlid
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Saab 9-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The tailgate/bootlid has two gas springs. The gas springs are located on either side of the luggage compartment and are attached to ball pins in the body and tailgate/bootlid.
The tailgate/bootlid can be unlocked with the key, remote control or the switch on the driver's door, see CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM OPERATION, TAILGATE/BOOTLID . If the tailgate/bootlid is not opened within a predetermined period of time, it is automatically locked. In other words, it is normally locked. The tailgate is opened using a centrally-placed handle (not Convertible).