2003 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 88

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk from the inside You can open the trunk from the inside if the vehicle is stationary. A minimum height clearance of 5.75 ft. (1.75 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The switch is located on the driver's door. ! The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. The trunk can also be opened using the SmartKey ( page 86) or from its inside in an emergency, see "Trunk lid emergency release" ( page 89). Opening the trunk A minimum height clearance of 5.75 ft. (1.75 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The handle is located above the rear license plate recess. i If the vehicle was previously centrally locked, the trunk lid will lock automatically when closed ( page 89). The turn signals will flash three times to confirm locking. 1 Remote trunk lid release switch with indicator lamp Press remote trunk lid release switch 1. The trunk lid opens. The indicator lamp in the switch remains lit as long as the trunk is open. If the vehicle was previously separately locked ( page 90) or locked with the SmartKey ( page 85), the trunk lid will remain locked. 1 Handle Pull handle 1 to open the trunk lid. The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. i The vehicle must be unlocked. 88