Mercedes-Benz 2013 GLS Class - Manual (Page 92)

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open and close the tailgate automatically
from inside
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limit the opening angle of the tailgate
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unlock the tailgate using the emergency
key element
Boot lid/tailgate reversing function
The boot lid/tailgate is equipped with an
automatic reversing feature. It reacts if a solid
object obstructs or restricts the boot lid/tail-
gate during the closing procedure. The boot
lid/tailgate opens again automatically. The
automatic reversing function is only an aid
and is not a substitute for your attentiveness
to the boot lid/tailgate while it is closing.
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WARNING
The reversing function does not react:
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gers
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over the last 8 mm of the closing path
This means that the reversing feature cannot
prevent someone being trapped in these sit-
uations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing make sure that no parts of the
body are in the closing area.
If someone is trapped:
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press the F button on the key, or
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press the remote operating switch on the
driver's door, or
R press the closing or locking button on the
boot lid/tailgate, or
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pull the handle on the boot lid/tailgate
Opening/closing from the outside
Opening
Handle (example: CLS Coupé)
X Press the % button on the key.
X CLS Coupé: pull handle :.
X Raise the boot lid.
CLS Shooting Brake: if you pull handle :
and keep it in this position, you can open the
tailgate manually. If you release the handle,
the tailgate opens automatically.
Closing
Recess (example: CLS Coupé)
X Pull the boot lid/tailgate down using
recess :.
X CLS Shooting Brake: let the tailgate to
drop into the lock.
X If necessary, lock the vehicle with
the & button on the key (
Y page 81) or
with KEYLESS-GO ( Y page 81).
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Boot/luggage compartment
Opening and closing