2009 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 72

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking A minimum height clearance of 5.78 ft (1.76 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Closing the trunk G Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. G Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk lid. Be especially careful when small children are around. ! Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance. 1 Handle X X Lower the trunk lid using handle 1. Close trunk lid with hands placed flat on trunk lid. 1 Handle X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey. The trunk lid is unlocked and opens slightly. Pull on handle 1. The vehicle must be unlocked. Lift the trunk lid and swing it open. or X X G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. Do not leave the SmartKey in the open trunk. You may lock yourself out. If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey, the trunk lid will lock automatically when closed. All turn signal lamps flash three times to confirm locking. i When the hardtop is retracted, it must be completely lowered in the trunk before the trunk can be closed (Y page 199). Trunk lid emergency release With the emergency release button, the trunk lid can be opened from inside the trunk. 70