2004 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 105

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Separately locking the trunk lid The lock is located next to the recessed handle. i You can only cancel the separate trunk locking mode by means of the mechanical key. Separately unlocking the trunk lid Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 331). Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid lock. i Your vehicle may be equipped with a function permitting the separate locking of the trunk using the mechanical key. If present, this feature can permit you to deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk by locking the trunk separately and leaving the SmartKey less the mechanical key with the vehicle. To verify the presence of this feature, use the mechanical key to lock the trunk and then attempt to open the trunk by pressing the trunk lid lock after the vehicle has been centrally unlocked with the SmartKey. 1 Locked 2 Neutral position Close the trunk lid ( page 98). Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 331). Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid lock. Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 1. The trunk remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked. Turn the mechanical key counterclockwise to neutral position 2, see above. You can now open the trunk ( page 96). A minimum height clearance of 6 ft. (1.85 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Warning! G Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as visibility blockage, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. 104