2011 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 85

Tailgate even if the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch or removed from the vehicle, such as seat adjustment, steering wheel adjustment, or the memory function If children open a door, they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic. Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system's metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned by these parts. Ropen 83 and close the tailgate automatically from inside Rlimit the opening angle of the tailgate Opening and closing from the outside You can only open the tailgate after unlocking it first. X Press the % button on the key. G Warning! Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment or cargo compartment unless they are firmly secured in place. Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo increases a child's risk of injury in the event of Rstrong braking maneuvers changes of direction Ran accident Rsudden X X Pull handle :. Raise the 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. Closing 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. ! The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate. To open the tailgate completely, a minimum clearance of 7.20 ft (2.20 m) above the ground is necessary. You can: Ropen and close the tailgate manually from outside Ropen and close the tailgate automatically from outside Ropen the tailgate manually from inside Z Opening and closing Opening