2007 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 119

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking i The emergency release button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in motion. Power closing assist for trunk lid It is not necessary to slam the trunk lid closed. A electrical power-assisted mechanism draws trunk lid closed quietly and automatically once trunk lid has been latched. When the pneumatic power-assisted mechanism has stopped, trunk can be re-opened. Warning! Power closing assist for trunk lid Press the trunk lid gently into its lock. The trunk closes automatically. Warning! Illumination of the emergency release button: The button flashes for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button flashes for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. G i The emergency release button does not open the trunk lid if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected. G Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as blocked visibility, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk lid opening when closing the trunk. Be especially careful when small children are around. In case of danger, pull the inside or outside door handle, or press the trunk lid lock. To prevent personal injury, never actuate the closing assist mechanism by tampering with the door or trunk lid latch. 118