Tailgate emergency release
If the tailgate can no longer be opened from outside the vehicle, use the emergency release on inside of the tailgate.
- Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ().
To open the tailgate completely, a minimum clearance of 6.90 ft (2.10 m) above the ground is necessary.

The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
- Insert mechanical key 2 into opening in trim 1.
- Turn mechanical key 2 90° clockwise.
- Push mechanical key 2 in the direction of the arrow and open the tailgate.
See also:
Activating/deactivating airrecirculation mode
You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if unpleasant odors are entering the
vehicle from outside. The air already inside the vehicle will then be recirculated.
WARNING
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Multifunction steering wheel
1 Multifunction display
2 COMAND; see the separate operating instructions
3
Rejects or ends a call
Exits phone book/redial memory
Makes or accepts a call
Switches to the redial memory
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Information for customers in California
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the
purchase price or lease price, if after a
reasonable number of repair attempts
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