2009 Mercedes SLR McLaren Owner's Manual - Page 357

Practical hints Unlocking in an emergency Unlocking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle Unlocking the trunk If you cannot unlock the trunk with the SmartKey, open the trunk with the mechanical key. i Unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system when the door is opened. To cancel the alarm, insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. 1 Mechanical key locking tab 2 Mechanical key Press locking tab 1 in the direction of arrow and, at the same time, remove mechanical key 2 completely out of the housing. Trunk lid lock 3 Unlocking Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock. Perform the following two steps simultaneously: Turn the mechanical key counterclockwise to the stop, to position 3. Pull the trunk lid handle and lift the trunk lid. The handle is located above the rear license plate recess. 357