2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 121

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Tailgate Opening the tailgate from the outside Opening the tailgate from the inside You can unlock the tailgate from the third-row seats and then open it manually. The handle is located on the right-hand side of the tailgate's window trim. From this position, lift handle 1 in direction of arrow 3 and hold it there. The tailgate is released and can be opened manually. i Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*: The vehicle must be unlocked ( page 38). The handle is located above the rear license plate recess. i If you do not open the tailgate within a few seconds, the tailgate lock will automatically engage again. Additionally, the tailgate will relock automatically, if the vehicle was locked when the tailgate was released from the inside. If the tailgate lock does not engage automatically and, if applicable, the tailgate does not relock after a few seconds, you have to close the tailgate manually ( page 121). Pull on the handle. The tailgate opens slightly. Pull tailgate upwards to open. 1 Handle 2 Push 3 Lift Push handle 1 in direction of arrow 2 and hold it there. 120