2008 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 122

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Trunk lid emergency release With the emergency release button, the trunk can be opened from inside the trunk. The emergency release button is located on the left side of the trunk. i The emergency release button unlocks 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. An electrical power-assisted mechanism draws the trunk lid closed quietly and automatically once the trunk lid has been latched. When the electrical power-assisted mechanism has stopped, the trunk can be re-opened. 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. i The emergency release button does not unlock the trunk if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected. G 1 Emergency release button Briefly press emergency release button 1. The trunk lid unlocks and opens slightly. Push up the trunk lid to fully open. 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. 121