2000 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 27
2000 Mercedes C-Class Manual
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Trunk 0. Neutral position - push to open 1. Unlocking 2. Locking (detent) 3. Separate locking of trunk - remove mechanical key in this position. 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. 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 locked and unlocked individually. To lock, turn mechanical key to position 2 or 3. To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn mechanical key to position 1, hold and push to open. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, refer to Fuel Filler Flap, Manual Release (see Index). Important ! Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is locked again when closing the lid. Lower trunk lid using handle (4) and close it with hands placed flat on trunk lid.