Trunk, Important safety notes, Opening/closing from outside – Mercedes-Benz 2013 C Class Sedan User Manual
Page 84: Opening and closing

X
Turn the mechanical key clockwise as far
as it will go to position 1.
X
Turn the mechanical key back and remove
it.
X
Make sure that the doors and the trunk lid
are locked.
X
Insert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.
i
If you lock the vehicle as described above,
the fuel filler flap is not locked. The anti-
theft alarm system is not armed.
Trunk
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can enter the vehicle interior if the
trunk lid is open when the engine is running,
especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is
a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid
open.
!
The trunk lid swings upwards when
opened. Therefore, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.
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Opening dimensions of the trunk lid
You should preferably place luggage or loads
in the cargo compartment. Observe the
loading guidelines (
Do not leave the SmartKey in the trunk. You
could otherwise lock yourself out.
The trunk lid can be:
R
opened and closed manually from outside
R
opened automatically from outside
R
opened automatically from inside
R
locked separately
R
unlocked with the mechanical key
R
opened with the emergency release button
Opening/closing from outside
Opening
X
Press the % button on the SmartKey.
X
Pull handle :.
X
Raise the trunk lid.
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Trunk
Opening and closing