Mercedes-Benz 2006 E -Class Wagon Operator's Manual page 119

Controls in detail
Locking and unlocking
Global locking using the lock button on
the tailgate
1 Lock button
Press lock button 1 on the tailgate.
All turn signal lamps flash three times.
An acoustic signal sounds three times
(if equipped and feature activated).
For more information, see "Factory set-
ting" ( page 114).
The locking knobs in the doors move
down.
The anti-theft alarm system is armed.
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To prevent a possible inadvertent lock-
out, the tailgate will open automatically
if a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is
recognized inside the vehicle.
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If the vehicle was previously centrally
locked with KEYLESS-GO, the tailgate
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 on an outside door handle
( page 63) or KEYLESS-GO locking/
closing switch ( page 126).
Loss of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
If you lose your SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO, you should do the following:
Have the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
deactivated by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Report the loss immediately to your car
insurance company.
Have the mechanical lock replaced if
necessary.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
will be glad to supply you with a replace-
ment.