Mercedes-Benz 2013 GL Class - Manual (Page 92)

compartment unless they are firmly secured
in place.
Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo
increases a child's risk of injury in the event
of
R strong braking maneuvers
R
sudden changes of direction
R an accident
G
WARNING
Make sure the tailgate is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in
unconsciousness and death.
! The tailgate swings upwards and to the
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
i Tailgate opening dimensions
( Y page 441).
Do not leave the SmartKey in the cargo
compartment. You could otherwise lock
yourself out.
You can:
R
close the tailgate manually from outside
R
open and close the tailgate automatically
from outside
R
open and close the tailgate automatically
from inside
R
limit the opening angle of the tailgate
R
unlock the tailgate from inside with the
emergency release
Opening/closing from outside
Opening
X Press the % button on the SmartKey.
X Pull handle : and release it.
The tailgate opens automatically.
Closing
G
WARNING
To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the cargo
compartment opening when closing the
tailgate. Be especially careful when small
children are around.
X Pull the tailgate down using recess :.
X Allow the tailgate to drop into the lock.
X Lock the vehicle if necessary with
the & button on the SmartKey or with
KEYLESS-GO.
i If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected in the
cargo compartment, the tailgate will not
lock.
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Cargo compartment
Opening/closing