Mercedes-Benz E-Class Convertible, Operator'S Manual

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Locking/unlocking the driver's door with the
mechanical key
% If you wish to lock the vehicle entirely using
the mechanical key, first press the button for
locking from the inside while the driver's
door is open. Then proceed to lock the driv‐
er's door using the mechanical key.
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Insert the mechanical key as far as it will go
into opening 1 in the cover.
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Pull and hold the door handle.
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Pull the cover on the mechanical key as
straight as possible away from the vehicle
until it releases.
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Release the door handle.
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To unlock: turn the mechanical key counter-
clockwise to position 1 .
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To lock: turn the mechanical key clockwise
to position 1 .
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Carefully press the cover onto the lock cylin‐
der until it engages and is seated firmly.
Trunk
Opening the trunk lid
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WARNING Risk of exhaust gas poisoning
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.
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Always switch off the engine before
opening the trunk lid.
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Never drive with the trunk lid open.
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