Mercedes-Benz 2008 C 300 4MATIC Sport, Operator'S Manual

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Always ensure that you only make the kick-
ing movement within the detection range of
sensors : .
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Stand at least 12 in (30 cm) away from the
rear area while doing so.
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Do not come into contact with the bumper
while making the kicking movement. Oth-
erwise, the sensors may not function cor-
rectly.
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HANDS-FREE ACCESS does not function
when the engine is started.
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If a KEYLESS-GO key is within the rear
detection range of KEYLESS-GO, HANDS-
FREE ACCESS could be triggered. The trunk
lid could thus be opened or closed unin-
tentionally, for example, if you:
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set something down or lift something up
behind the vehicle.
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polish the rear of the vehicle.
Do not carry the KEYLESS-GO key about
your person in these situations or in situa-
tions similar to these. This will prevent the
unintentional opening/closing of the trunk.
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Dirt caused by road salt around sensors :
may restrict functionality.
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Using the HANDS-FREE ACCESS with a
prosthetic leg may restrict functionality.
Operation
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To open/close: kick into sensor detection
range : under the bumper with your foot.
You will hear a warning tone while the trunk
lid is opening or closing.
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If the trunk lid does not open after sev-
eral attempts: wait at least ten seconds
then move your leg under the bumper once
again.
If you hold your foot under the bumper for too
long, the trunk lid does not open or close.
Repeat the leg movement more quickly if this
occurs.
To stop the opening or closing procedure:
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move your foot in sensor detection
range : under the bumper, or
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pull the handle on the outside of the trunk
lid or
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press the closing button in the trunk lid or
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press the F button on the SmartKey
If the trunk lid closing procedure has been
stopped:
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move your foot under the bumper again and
the trunk lid will open.
If the trunk lid opening procedure has been
stopped:
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move your foot under the bumper again and
the trunk lid will close.
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