Locking The Vehicle - Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 User Manual

Insert the mechanical key into the
trunk lid lock.
Turn the mechanical key counterclock-
wise to position 1 and hold it in this
position.
Pull trunk lid handle 2 and lift the
trunk lid.
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Always make sure there is sufficient
overhead clearance.
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Unlocking your vehicle with the key will
trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To
cancel the alarm, do one of the follow-
ing:
Press button Œ or ‹ on the
key.
Insert the key in the steering lock
and turn it to position 2.

Locking the vehicle

If you are unable to lock the vehicle with
the remote control, lock it with the key as
follows:
Close the passenger door and the trunk
lid.
Press the central locking switch in the
upper center console ( page 79).
Check to see whether the locking knob
on the passenger door is still visible. If
necessary, push it down manually.
Practical hints
Unlocking/locking in an emergency
Lock the driver's door with the key. To
do so, push key into the lock until it
stops and turn it to the right 2
( page 216).
Lock the trunk, if necessary with the
key. To do so, push key into the trunk
lid lock until it stops and turn it to the
right.
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