Mercedes-Benz ML 350, Operator'S Manual

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Controls in detail
Locking and unlocking
왘
To unlock the liftgate, move the
catch
2 to the right.
왘 Pull handle 1 down and swing liftgate
upward.
Closing the liftgate
1 Recessed grip
2 Grip molding
왘
Pull down on recessed grip 1 .
왘 Close liftgate by using grip molding 2 .
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Always make sure that there is suffi-
cient overhead clearance.
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To lock the liftgate, move the catch 2
to the left.
Warning!
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When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the steering lock and lock the vehi-
cle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle. Children could open the liftgate
from inside, which could result in an acci-
dent and/or serious personal injury.
Warning!
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To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the liftga-
te opening when closing the liftgate. Be es-
pecially careful when small children are
around.
Do not close the liftgate from the inside by
pulling on the handle.
Warning!
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Only drive with the liftgate closed as exhaust
fumes may enter the vehicle interior.
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To prevent an inadvertent lockout, do
not place the key in the cargo compart-
ment.