2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 124
2006 Mercedes R-Class Manual
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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the tailgate from the inside manually You can unlock the tailgate from the third-row seats and then open it manually. The handle is located on the right of the tailgate's window trim. Lift handle 1 in direction of arrow 3. The tailgate is released and can be opened manually. i Vehicles with tailgate opening/closing system*: If you do not open the tailgate within a few seconds, the tailgate lock will automatically engage again. Opening the tailgate from the inside electrically* You can open the tailgate from the inside if the vehicle is stationary. 1 Remote tailgate switch with indicator lamp Pull remote tailgate switch 1 until tailgate begins to open. The tailgate opens. The indicator lamp in the remote tailgate switch comes on and remains lit until the tailgate is closed. While the tailgate is opening, an acoustic signal sounds. 1 Handle 2 Push 3 Lift Push handle 1 in direction of arrow 2 and hold it there. A minimum height clearance of 7.2 ft (2.20 m) is required to open the tailgate. The switch is located on the door control panel. 123