2003 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 298

Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the trunk If you are unable to unlock the trunk with the SmartKey, open the trunk with the mechanical key as follows: ! The trunk lid swings open automatically. Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. A minimum height clearance of 6.1 ft (1.90 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Locking the vehicle If you are unable to lock the vehicle with the SmartKey, lock it with the mechanical key as follows: Close the passenger door and the trunk lid. Press the central locking switch in the center console ( page 95). Check to see whether the locking knob on the passenger door is still visible. If necessary push it down manually. Lock the driver's door with the mechanical key. Lock the trunk lid if necessary with the mechanical key ( page 90). i Unlocking your vehicle with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: Trunk lock Press button Œ or ‹ on the SmartKey. Insert the key in the starter switch. If KEYLESS-GO* card present, press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( page 33). Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid lock. Turn the key counterclockwise to position 1. Press trunk lid lock 2. The trunk lid swings open. 298