2009 Mercedes G-Class Owner's Manual - Page 63

463_AKB; 2; 52, en-US d2ureepe, 2008-12-02T10:52:11+01:00 - Seite 61 Version: 2.11.7.1 Locking and unlocking Tailgate 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. 61 To prevent an inadvertent lockout, do not place the SmartKey in the cargo compartment. Opening the tailgate from the inside G Warning! The tailgate swings open to one side. Always make sure there is sufficient clearance for the tailgate. 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. X Opening the tailgate from the outside Pull on inside door handle ;. If the door was locked: X Pull up locking knob :. X Pull on inside door handle ;. Separately locking and unlocking the tailgate To deny any unauthorized person access to the tailgate, lock it separately with the mechanical key. X X Unlock the vehicle (Y page 58). Press lock cylinder : and pull on handle ;. X Open the tailgate to the side. Closing the tailgate from the outside G Observe Safety notes, see page 44. 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 X Locking: Close the tailgate. Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey (Y page 221). Z Controls in detail