2006 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 121

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 If the trunk does not open, it is still locked separately ( page 128). i The trunk can also be opened using button Š on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* or from its inside in an emergency, see "Trunk emergency release" ( page 127). In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*: The vehicle must be unlocked. Pull on the handle. The trunk opens. i If the vehicle was previously centrally locked, the trunk will lock automatically after closing it. To confirm locking all turn signal lamps flash three times. 1 Remote trunk switch with indicator lamp 120