2008 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 430

Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Manually unlocking the gear selector lever In case of power failure, the gear selector lever can be manually unlocked, e.g. to tow the vehicle. Pull the tab 1 of the covering back in direction of the center armrest compartment. Insert a tool 2 (e.g. flat blade screwdriver) into the opening. Perform the following two steps simultaneously: Push tool 2 down- and forward in the direction of the arrow. 1 Locking 2 Mechanical key Insert the mechanical key 2 into the driver's door lock until it stops. Turn the mechanical key 2 clockwise to position 1. The driver's door is locked. 1 Tab 2 tool (e.g. flat blade screwdriver) Move gear selector lever from position P. Remove the tool 2 from the opening. Push the tab 1 of the covering back. i The gear selector lever is locked again when moving it to position P. i This procedure does not arm the anti-theft alarm system, nor does it lock the fuel filler flap. 429