2001 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 44

Trunk The lock is located next to the recessed handle. When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle. To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the electronic main key less its mechanical key with the vehicle. Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually. To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn mechanical key to position 2, hold and push to open. The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 335. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 35 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 0 Neutral position 1 Separate locking of trunk - remove mechanical key in this position. 2 Unlocking Important! Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is locked again when closing the lid if the vehicle has been previously centrally locked.