2002 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 42

Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 38 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Trunk 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 with the mechanical key. Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be locked and unlocked individually. To lock, turn key to position 2 or 3. To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn key to position 1, hold and push to open. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 260. 0 Neutral position - push to open (arrow) 1 Unlocking 2 Locking (detent) 3 Separate locking of trunk - remove key in this position. Important! Do not place key inside trunk, since trunk is locked again when closing the lid. Lower trunk lid using handle and close it with hands placed flat on edges of trunk.