Mercedes-Benz 2011 E-Class Wagon Automobile User Manual


 
compartment unless they are firmly secured
in place.
Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo
increases a child's risk of injury in the event
of
R
strong braking maneuvers
R
sudden changes of direction
R
an accident
G
Warning
Ensure that the trunk/tailgate is closed when
the engine is running and the vehicle is in
motion. Among other dangers, deadly carbon
monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle interior
and cause unconsciousness and even death.
!
The trunk lid/tailgate swings upwards
and to the rear when opened. Therefore,
make sure that there is sufficient clearance
above and behind the trunk lid/tailgate.
Sedan: For the trunk lid to be opened fully,
there must be a minimum clearance from
floor to ceiling of 5.78 ft (1.76 m).
Wagon: For the tailgate to be opened fully,
there must be a minimum clearance from
floor to ceiling of 6.36 ft (1.94 m).
The trunk lid/tailgate can be:
R
opened and closed manually from outside
R
opened and closed automatically from
outside
R
opened and closed automatically from
inside
Opening and closing manually
Opening
You can only open the trunk lid/tailgate after
unlocking it first.
You can only unlock the trunk lid when the
vehicle is stationary.
X
Press the % button on the SmartKey.
Handle (example: Sedan)
X
Sedan: pull handle :.
X
Wagon: pull and hold handle :. If you
release the handle, the tailgate
automatically opens fully.
Closing
G
Warning!
To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the trunk/
cargo compartment opening when closing the
trunk lid/tailgate. Be especially careful when
small children are around.
Recess (example: Sedan)
X
Pull the trunk lid/tailgate down using
recess :.
X
Lock the vehicle if necessary with
the & button on the SmartKey or with
KEYLESS-GO (Y page 77).
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Opening and closing
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