2003 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 98

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Illumination of the emergency release button: The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. Separately locking the trunk Close the trunk lid ( page 96). Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 329). Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock. Turn the key completely to the right to position 2. The trunk remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked. i To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the SmartKey without its mechanical key inside the vehicle. The lock is located next to the recessed handle. ! The emergency release button does not open the trunk lid if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected. i You can only cancel the separate trunk locking mode by means of the mechanical key. i If the emergency release button is pressed and the vehicle was centrally locked, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the key. 1 Unlocked 2 Locked 98