2004 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 106

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Separately unlocking the trunk Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 353). Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock. Turn the mechanical key completely to the left to position 2, ( page 105). You can now open the trunk ( page 97). A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid. i Unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: Press button Œ or ‹ on the SmartKey. Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. Automatic central locking The doors and the trunk automatically lock when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. i The doors unlock automatically after an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold. The vehicle automatically locks when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. You could therefore lock yourself out when the vehicle is pushed or towed is on a test stand Information on towing the vehicle can be found in the "Practical hints" section ( page 381). You can deactivate the automatic locking mode over the control system ( page 149). 106