Resetting; Tailgate - Mercedes-Benz 2016 Metris Operator's Manual

Tailgate

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Resetting the sliding door
You must reset the sliding door if there has been
a malfunction or an interruption in the voltage
supply.
If the sliding door is open: close it by hand.
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Using the Å or Æ sliding door button on
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the center console, open the sliding door at
least 15.8 in (40 cm) and then close the slid-
ing door completely.
When the sliding door is closed, open the slid-
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ing door fully using the Å or Æ sliding
door button on the center console.
The sliding door is reset and operational.
Close the sliding door if required.
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Problems with the sliding door
The electric sliding door is locked in place.
Unfavorable operating conditions, e.g. frost, ice
or heavy soiling, may obstruct the sliding door.
Press and hold the sliding door button until
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the sliding door has opened or closed.
The sliding door moves with increased force.
Observe that, in such circumstances, the
obstacle detection is less sensitive. To stop
the movement, release the sliding door but-
ton.
Remove the cause of the blockage at the ear-
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liest opportunity.
Tailgate
Important safety notes
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WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate
is open when the engine is running, particu-
larly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes
could enter the passenger compartment.
There is a risk of poisoning.
or Lt. Slid. Door Pro‐ Lt. Slid. Door Pro‐
Turn off the engine before opening the tail-
gate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
!
The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear
when opened. Therefore, make sure that
there is sufficient clearance above and behind
the tailgate.
You will find details of the tailgate opening
dimensions under "Technical data"
( page 303).
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Opening and closing
To open: press button : on the handle.
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Raise the tailgate.
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To close: pull the tailgate firmly downwards
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by strap ; and close it from outside.
For service purposes the tailgate can also be
opened from the inside (
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Problems with the tailgate
The tailgate cannot be opened.
The voltage supply has been interrupted or the
battery charge is insufficient.
page 78).