2002 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 43

Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 40 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Trunk lid release switch Notes: The trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. Press Š button. The trunk lid cannot be opened by the switch or the remote control when previously locked separately with the mechanical key. To open, see page 37. The trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid release switch when the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control. To unlock vehicle with the remote control, see page 27. The switch is located on the center console. The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance. A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft. (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. To open the trunk, the vehicle must be at standstill. Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open. The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open.