Mercedes-Benz 2005 E -Class Wagon Operator's Manual page 114

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The tailgate swings open upwards auto-
matically. Always make sure there is
sufficient overhead clearance.
Vehicles with tailgate opening/closing
system*: to stop the opening proce-
dure, press button Š on the
SmartKey. The tailgate stops moving.
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If the vehicle was previously centrally
locked, the tailgate will lock automati-
cally when closed ( page 117).
To confirm locking all turn signal lamps
flash three times.
Global locking using the lock button at
tailgate
1 Lock button at tailgate
Press the lock button 1.
All turn signal lamps flash three times.
An acoustic signal sounds once (if
equipped and feature activated).
For more information, see "Factory set-
ting" ( page 110).
The locking knobs in the doors move
down.
The anti-theft alarm system is armed.
Controls in detail
Locking and unlocking
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To prevent a possible inadvertent lock-
out, the tailgate will open automatically
if a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is
recognized in the rear shelf or inside
the vehicle.
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If the vehicle was previously centrally
locked with KEYLESS-GO, the trunk will
lock automatically after closing it.
To confirm locking all turn signal lamps
flash three times.
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You can also lock the vehicle using the
lock button at outside door handle
( page 60) or KEYLESS-GO locking/
closing switch ( page 121).
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