2011 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 83

Trunk X X 81 Pull handle :. Raise the trunk lid. Opening You can open the trunk lid automatically using the SmartKey or the handle in the trunk lid. X Press and hold the F button on the SmartKey until the trunk lid opens. or X When the trunk is unlocked, pull on the trunk lid handle and let it go again immediately. Closing 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. Closing i If you leave a KEYLESS-GO key in the trunk, the trunk lid will not lock. Opening automatically from the inside G Warning X Pull the trunk lid down using recess :. X Lock the vehicle if necessary with the & button on the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO (Y page 71). Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. Automatic opening and closing from the outside Important safety guidelines G Warning Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. You can open the tailgate from the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary. ! The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. For the trunk lid to be opened fully, there must be a minimum clearance from floor to ceiling of 5.90 ft (1.80 m). X To open: press the upper section of remote operating switch : for the trunk lid until the trunk lid opens. Z Opening and closing