2003 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 327

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 upwards automatically. Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. A minimum height clearance of 6 ft. (1.85 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Locking the vehicle If you are unable to lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO* card, lock it with the mechanical key as follows: Close the passenger doors and the trunk lid. Press the central locking switch in the center console ( page 103). 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 326). 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 Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid lock. Turn the mechanical key counterclockwise to position 1. Press button 2. The trunk lid swings open. Press button Œ or ‹ on the SmartKey. Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. If KEYLESS-GO* card present, press the start/stop button ( page 33). 327