2004 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 101
2004 Mercedes SLK-Class Manual
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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking ! Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. The trunk can also be opened using the SmartKey, see "Locking and unlocking" ( page 90) the remote trunk lid release switch, see "Opening the trunk from the inside" ( page 100) the trunk lid emergency release button, see "Trunk lid emergency release" ( page 102) Opening the trunk from the inside You can open the trunk from the inside if the vehicle is stationary and the retractable hardtop is fully opened or closed. A minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft (1.88 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The switch is located on the driver's door. i If the trunk lid does not open, the entire vehicle is still locked globally ( page 90). To facilitate trunk loading and unloading when the hardtop is retracted, you can raise the hardtop from its storage position in the trunk using the load assist feature ( page 221). You may also unhook the luggage cover. Remember to resecure the luggage cover after loading/unloading the trunk. Otherwise you will not be able to lower the retractable hardtop. 1 Remote trunk lid release switch 2 Indicator lamp 100
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