2004 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 88

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Trunk lid emergency release The emergency release button is located on the inside of the trunk lid. Warning! G i The emergency release button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing or driving. Illumination of the emergency release button: The button will flash for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button will flash for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. Only drive with the trunk closed. Among other dangers, such as your view being blocked, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. i Do not place the SmartKey in the open trunk. You may lock yourself out. 1 Emergency release button Briefly press emergency release button 1. The trunk unlocks and the trunk lid opens. ! The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. 88