Mercedes-Benz SLK 320 User Manual
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Practical hints
Unlocking/locking in an emergency
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Insert the mechanical key into the
trunk lid lock.
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Turn the mechanical key counterclock-
wise to position 1 and hold it in this
position.
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Pull trunk lid handle 2 and lift the
trunk lid.
Locking the vehicle
If you are unable to lock the vehicle with
the remote control, lock it with the key as
follows:
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Close the passenger door and the trunk
lid.
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Press the central locking switch in the
upper center console (
୴
page 79).
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Check to see whether the locking knob
on the passenger door is still visible. If
necessary, push it down manually.
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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
(
୴
page 216).
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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.
!
Always make sure there is sufficient
overhead clearance.
i
Unlocking your vehicle with the key will
trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To
cancel the alarm, do one of the follow-
ing:
ț
Press button Œ or ‹ on the
key.
ț
Insert the key in the steering lock
and turn it to position 2.