Mercedes-Benz GLS 2023, Operator'S Manual

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gate is open when the engine is running, espe-
cially 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.
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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.
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If the tailgate is unlocked, pull the tailgate han-
dle and release it again immediately.
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Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: Make a
kicking movement with your foot below the
bumper (
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page 83).
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Pull remote operating switch 1 until the tail-
gate opens.
or
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Press and hold the
p
button on the Smart-
Key.
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If the tailgate is stopped in an intermediate
position, pull it upwards. Release it as soon as
it begins to open.
If an obstacle obstructs the tailgate during the
automatic opening process, blockage detection
will stop the tailgate. The automatic blockage
detection function is only an aid. It is not a substi-
tute for your attentiveness.
Closing the tailgate
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WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured
items in the vehicle
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or
not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be thrown around and thereby hit vehi-
cle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the
event of sudden braking or a sudden change
in direction.
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Always stow objects in such a way that
they cannot be thrown around.
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Before the journey, secure objects, lug-
gage or loads against slipping or tipping
over.
Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.
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