Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC 2020, Operator'S Manual

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To unlock: turn the emergency key counter-
clockwise to position
1
.
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To lock: turn the emergency key clockwise to
position
1
.
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Carefully press the cover onto the lock cylin‐
der until it engages and is seated firmly.
Cargo compartment
Opening the tailgate
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DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tail‐
gate is open when the engine is running,
especially if the vehicle is in motion.
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Always switch off the engine before
opening the tailgate.
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Never drive with the tailgate open.
* NOTE Damage to the tailgate caused by
obstacles above the vehicle
The tailgate swings rearwards and upwards
when it is opened.
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Make sure that there is sufficient space
behind and above the tailgate.
You have the following options for opening
the tailgate:
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Pull remote opening switch 1 for the tail‐
gate.
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Press and hold the
p
button on the
SmartKey.
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Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: Make
a kicking movement with your foot below the
bumper (
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page 79).
76 Opening and closing