2005 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 112

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk Opening the trunk from the outside A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The handle is located above the rear license plate recess. ! The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance. Opening the trunk from the inside You can open the trunk from the inside if the vehicle is stationary. A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The switch is located on the driver's door. i The trunk can also be opened using the button Š on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* or from its inside in an emergency, see "Trunk lid emergency release" ( page 117). i If the vehicle was previously centrally locked, the trunk will lock automatically after closing it. The turn signals flash three times to confirm locking. In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*: The vehicle must be unlocked. Pull on the handle. The trunk lid opens. 1 Remote trunk lid switch with indicator lamp 110