Mercedes-Benz GLC : Cargo compartment / Opening the tailgate

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 tailgate is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.

Always switch off the engine before opening the tailgate.

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.

Make sure that there is sufficient space behind and above the tailgate.

Pull the tailgate handle.

Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: Make a kicking movement with your foot below the bumper.

Vehicles with an EASY-PACK tailgate

Pull remote operating switch for the tailgate.

Press and hold the button on the SmartKey.

If the tailgate is unlocked, pull the tailgate handle and release it again immediately.

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 substitute for your attentiveness.