2011 Mercedes GLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 80

78 Cargo compartment i If you lock the vehicle as described above, the fuel filler flap is not locked. The antitheft alarm system is not activated. Cargo compartment Important safety notes On vehicles with the EASY-PACK tailgate: if you pull handle : and keep it in this position, you can open the tailgate manually. If you release the handle, the tailgate automatically opens fully. Closing G Risk of injury Make sure that nobody can become trapped as you close the tailgate. Opening and closing G Warning! Exhaust fumes could enter the vehicle interior if the engine is running and the tailgate is open. This could poison you. Therefore, you should make sure that the tailgate is always closed when the engine is running. G Warning! ! The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate. Do not leave the SmartKey in the cargo area. You could otherwise lock yourself out. The tailgate can be: Ropened and closed manually Ropened and closed automatically from outside Ropened and closed automatically from inside Opening and closing from the outside Opening X 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 Pull the tailgate down using recess :. If necessary, lock the vehicle with the & button on the SmartKey. Press the % button on the SmartKey. Automatic opening and closing from the outside Important safety guidelines To open the tailgate completely, a minimum clearance of 6.90 ft (210 cm) above the ground is necessary. Opening the trunk lid X Pull handle :. You can open the tailgate automatically with the SmartKey or the handle in the tailgate.