Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Operator'S Manual

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In the following cases, the door handles are
retracted:
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When the vehicle is locked
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When pulling away
R
After waiting for a time
* NOTE Damage to the vehicle caused by
unintentionally opening the trunk lid or a
door
R
When using an automatic car wash
R
When using a high pressure cleaner
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Deactivate the SmartKey functions in
these situations.
or
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Make sure that the SmartKey is at a
minimum distance of 10 ft (3 m) (power
washer) or 20 ft (6 m) (automatic car
wash) away from the vehicle.
Observe the following information:
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Information on washing the vehicle in a car
wash (
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page 330)
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Notes on using a power washer
(
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page 331)
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To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur‐
face of door handle 1 .
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If the door handle is not extended, touch
sensor surface 2 to unlock.
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To lock the vehicle: touch recessed sensor
surface 3 .
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Convenience closing: touch recessed sen‐
sor surface 3 for an extended period.
% Further information on convenience closing
(
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page 93).
Opening and closing
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