bakluckan

Bakluckan is the trunk lid or rear hatch of a motor vehicle, forming part of the rear body and providing access to the cargo area. In passenger cars and light commercial vehicles it is typically integrated with the rear window and the overall design of the tail end. The lid serves to seal the cargo space from the outside, while allowing loading and unloading of luggage and other items.

The mechanism and orientation of the baklucka vary with body style. In most passenger cars, the tailgate is top-hinged and opens upward, sometimes supported by gas-filled struts and a damper to hold it open. Some pickups, vans, or certain hatchbacks use a bottom-hinged tailgate that folds downward. The lid is connected to a latch and striker system and may be operated manually, by a central locking system, or via electric assistance such as a power tailgate or key-fob control. Modern designs often include a rear window as part of the tailgate and may feature a third brake light, a wiper, or a spoiler integrated into the design.

Common features and accessories include weather seals around the edge, a cargo cover or privacy panel, and sometimes a retractable shade. Some bakluckor are equipped with hands-free opening functions or sensor-based mechanisms in higher trims. Maintenance considerations include checking the struts for wear, ensuring proper latch alignment, and inspecting seals to prevent leaks or wind noise.

Etymology: bakluckan is Swedish for the rear cargo hatch or trunk lid, combining bak ('back') and lucka ('hatch' or 'door').