2004 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 99

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk lid Warning! G Trunk lid opening/closing system* You can open or close the trunk lid from the inside if the vehicle is stationary. Opening from the inside A minimum height clearance of 6.3 ft (1.90 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The switch for opening and closing the trunk is located on the driver's door. To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk lid opening when closing the trunk. Be especially careful when small children are around. Warning! 1 Handle Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on handle 1. Push the trunk lid closed from the outside with hands placed flat on trunk lid. The power closing assist automatically ensures that the lid is pulled closed completely ( page 105). G Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as visibility blockage, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. i Do not place the SmartKey in the open trunk. You may lock yourself out. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the trunk lid will open automatically if a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is recognized inside the vehicle or in the trunk. 1 Indicator lamp 2 Remote trunk lid switch 98