2007 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 129

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the tailgate and locking the vehicle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) In vehicles with power tailgate* and KEYLESS-GO*, you can close the tailgate and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS-GO* locking/closing switch or the Š button on the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*. Even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch, the tailgate closing switch can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. Warning! G Warning! G Monitor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being injured. 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. To stop the closing procedure, do one of the following: Press tailgate closing switch 1. Press KEYLESS-GO* locking/closing switch* 2. Press the Š button on the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ( page 116). Press or pull the remote tailgate switch on the driver's door ( page 125). Only drive with the tailgate closed as, among other dangers such as blocked visibility, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. i Do not place the SmartKey in the open cargo compartment. You may lock yourself out. i If the vehicle was previously centrally locked, the tailgate will lock automatically after closing it. The turn signals will flash three times to confirm locking. 1 Tailgate closing switch 2 KEYLESS-GO* locking/closing switch 128