2004 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 101

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*) When closing, if the trunk lid comes into contact with an object (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high), the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk re-opens slightly. Warning! G i Do not place the SmartKey in the open trunk. You may lock yourself out. Warning! 1 Trunk lid closing switch Press trunk lid closing switch 1 briefly. The trunk lid closes. G Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as visibility blockage, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. Monitor the closing procedure carefully to ensure that no one is in danger of being injured. To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk. Be especially careful when small children are around. To stop the closing procedure, press the remote trunk lid switch (on the driver's door), the trunk lid closing switch 1 or the Š button on the SmartKey. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take the SmartKey you, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 101