2004 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 91

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Close the tailgate ( page 90). Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 287). Insert the mechanical key in the lock cylinder. Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2. The tailgate remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked. Separately unlocking the tailgate Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 287). Insert the mechanical key in the lock cylinder. Turn the mechanical key to neutral position 1 ( page 90). You can now open the tailgate ( page 89). Warning! Automatic central locking The doors and the tailgate automatically lock when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. i You can only cancel the separate tailgate locking mode by means of the mechanical key. G Only drive with the tailgate closed as otherwise exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. 91