Brilliant finish: the rear assembly of the M-Class
The rear area too of the M-Class also protects the sturdy passenger compartment in crash situations thanks to specific deformation work, therefore minimising the loads on the occupants. A special impact test conducted to check tank leakage gives an indication of the exceptional load capabilities of the rear part of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class body. The test involved running a crash carriage into the rear of the M-Class at 80 km/h. The tank system survived this fatal impact without suffering any leaks.
To enhance rigidity, increase the energy absorbtion capability and improve deformation behaviour, the multi-piece rear longitudinal members feature a continuous closed cross-section with stepped plate thicknesses (tailored blanks). The spare wheel well forms an integrated part of the steel floor, and a steel flexible bumper bracket carries the rear bumper covering and is connected to the rear structure via two steel crashboxes.
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Adjusting the multicontour seat in the rear compartment
You can use the buttons on the center
console to adjust the multicontour seats for
the outer seats in the rear compartment.
To select a rear-compartment seat: push
or pull rocker switch 1 or ...
Opening
You can open the tailgate automatically using the SmartKey or the handle in the
tailgate.
Open or close the tailgate fully using the automatic function if you have stopped
the tailgate in an inte ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system. Do not park the vehicle on dry grassland or harvested
grain fields. C ...