Runlocked with the mechanical key
R opened with the emergency release button
Opening and closing manually
Opening
XPress the % button on the SmartKey.XPull handle :.XRaise the trunk lid.
Closing
GWARNING
To prevent possible personal injury, always
keep hands and fingers away from the trunk
opening when closing the trunk lid. Be
especially careful when small children are
around.
XPull the trunk lid down using recess :.XIf necessary, lock the vehicle with
the & button on the SmartKey(Y page 70) or with KEYLESS-GO
( Y page 71).
i
If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected in the
trunk, the trunk lid cannot be locked and
then opens again.
Opening/closing automatically from
outside
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting
in unconsciousness and death.
! The trunk lid swings upwards when
opened. Therefore, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.
To open the trunk lid completely, a minimum
clearance of 5.58 ft (1.70 m) above the
ground is necessary.
Opening
You can unlock and open the trunk lid
simultaneously with the SmartKey.
XPress and hold the F button on the
SmartKey until the trunk lid opens.
Opening automatically from the
inside
GWARNING
Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the
engine is running and while driving. Among
other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)
gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting
in unconsciousness and death.
You can open the trunk lid from the driver's
seat when the vehicle is stationary and
unlocked.
Trunk81Opening/closingZ
XTo open: pull remote operating switch for
trunk lid : until the trunk lid opens.
Locking the trunk separately
You can lock the trunk separately. If you then
unlock the vehicle centrally, the trunk
remains locked and cannot be opened.
XClose the trunk lid.XTake the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey ( Y page 73).XInsert the mechanical key into the trunk lid
lock as far as the stop.XTurn the mechanical key clockwise from
position 1 to position 2.XRemove the mechanical key.XInsert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.Unlocking the trunk (mechanical key)
! The trunk lid swings upwards when
opened. Therefore, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.
If the trunk cannot be unlocked with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the
mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the trunk lid, the anti-theft alarm system
will be triggered ( Y page 67).XTake the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey ( Y page 73).XInsert the mechanical key into the trunk lid
lock as far as the stop.XTurn the mechanical key counter-clockwise
from position 1 as far as it will go to
position 2 and pull the trunk lid handle.
The trunk is unlocked.XTurn the mechanical key back to position
1 and remove it.XInsert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.
Trunk emergency release
You can open the trunk lid from inside the
vehicle with the emergency release button.
82TrunkOpening/closing
The switches on the driver's door take
precedence.
i The side windows cannot be operated
from the rear when the override feature for
the side windows is activated ( Y page 59).XTurn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.XTo open: press the corresponding switch.XTo close: pull the corresponding switch.
i
You can start automatic operation when
opening and closing the front door windows
and when opening the rear door windows.
To do so, briefly press or pull the switch to
beyond the point of resistance in the
relevant direction. You can stop automatic
operation by pressing or pulling again.
i You can continue to operate the side
windows after you switch off the engine or
remove the SmartKey. This function is
available for up to five minutes or until the
driver's or front-passenger door is opened.
Opening and closing all side windows
(Cabriolet)
XOpen the cover on the lower section of the
center console.
The switch for all side windows is under the
cover.XTo open all side windows manually:
press switch : as far as the point of
resistance.XTo open all side windows fully: press
switch : beyond the point of resistance.XTo close all side windows: pull
switch :.
Convenience opening (Coupe)
You can ventilate the vehicle before you start
driving. To do this, the key is used to carry out
the following functions simultaneously:
R unlock the vehicle
R open the side windows
R open the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel and the roller sunblind
R switch on the seat ventilation for the
driver's seat
i The convenience opening feature can
only be operated using the SmartKey. The
SmartKey must be close to the driver's
door handle.
XPoint the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
door handle.XPress and hold the % button until the
side windows and the panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel are in the desired
position.
If the roller sunblind of the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel is closed, the
roller sunblind is opened first.
XPress and hold the % button again until
the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel is in the desired position.XTo interrupt convenience opening:
release the % button.84Side windowsOpening/closing
Convenience closing (Coupe)
General notes
When you lock the vehicle, you can
simultaneously:
R close the side windows
R close the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
On vehicles with a panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel, you can then close the
roller sunblind.
GWARNING
When closing the windows and the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel, make sure
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by
the closing procedure.
If potential danger exists, proceed as follows:
R Release button & to stop the closing
procedure. To open, press and hold button
% . To continue the closing procedure
after making sure that there is no danger of
anyone being harmed by the closing
procedure, press and hold button &.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO:
R Release the sensor surface on the outside
door handle to stop the closing procedure.
R Immediately pull on the same outside door
handle and hold firmly. The windows and
the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel will open for as long as the door
handle is held but the door not opened.
Using the SmartKey
i The SmartKey must be close to the
driver's door handle.
XPoint the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
door handle.XPress and hold the & button until the
side windows and the panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel are fully closed.XMake sure that all the side windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel are closed.On vehicles with a panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel:XPress and hold the & button again until
the roller sunblind of the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel closes.XTo interrupt convenience closing:
release the & button.
Using KEYLESS-GO
The KEYLESS-GO key must be outside the
vehicle. All the doors must be closed.
XTouch recessed sensor surface : on the
door handle until the side windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel are fully closed.
i Make sure you only touch recessed
sensor surface :.
XMake sure that all the side windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel are closed.
On vehicles with a panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel:
XTouch recessed sensor surface : on the
door handle again until the roller sunblind
of the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel closes.XTo interrupt convenience closing:
release recessed sensor surface : on the
door handle.Side windows85Opening/closingZ
Resetting the side windows
You must reset each side window if a side
window can no longer be closed fully.XClose all the doors.XTurn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.XPull the corresponding switch on the door
control panel until the side window is
completely closed. ( Y page 83)XHold the switch for an additional second.
If the side window opens again slightly:
XImmediately pull the corresponding switch
on the door control panel until the side
window is completely closed ( Y page 83).XHold the switch for an additional second.XIf the corresponding side window remains
closed after the button has been released,
the side window has been reset correctly.
If this is not the case, repeat the steps
above again.
Problems with the side windows
Problem: a side window cannot be closed
because it is blocked by objects, e.g.
leaves in the window guide.
XRemove the objects.XClose the side window.
Problem: a side window cannot be closed
and you cannot see the cause.
GWARNING
Closing the side windows with increased force
or without the anti-entrapment feature could
lead to serious or even fatal injury. Make sure
that nobody can become trapped when
closing the side windows.
If a side window is obstructed during closing
and reopens again slightly:XImmediately after the window blocks, pull
the corresponding switch again until the
side window has closed.
The side window is closed with increased
force.
If a side window is obstructed again during
closing and reopens again slightly:
XImmediately after the window blocks, pull
the corresponding switch again until the
side window has closed.
The side window is closed without the anti-
entrapment feature.GWARNING
Pulling and holding the switch to close the
window immediately after it had been blocked
two times will cause the window to close
without the anti-entrapment feature for as
long as you hold the switch.
Soft top (Cabriolet)
Important safety notes
You can open or close the soft top:
R when the vehicle is stationary or
R when the speed does not exceed 25 mph
(40 km/h).
If there is a strong head wind, it may not be
possible to close the soft top fully. In this
case, reduce speed or stop in order to close
the soft top fully.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you only open or close the
soft top when the vehicle is stationary.
GWARNING
Only drive with the soft top fully open or
closed.
If the soft top does not open or close fully, the
soft-top hydraulics are depressurized and the
soft top is lowered:
86Soft top (Cabriolet)Opening/closing
Rafter about seven minutes if the ignition is
switched on
R immediately if the ignition is switched off
A warning tone sounds shortly beforehand.
The Convertible Top Opening/Closing
Not Finished message appears in the
multifunction display.
Lock the soft top again before driving on.
Otherwise, the unlocked soft top could open
during the journey and cause you to lose
control of your vehicle. You or other persons
could be injured as a result.
! Never sit on the soft-top compartment
cover and do not store any heavy objects
on it. You will otherwise damage the soft
top and soft-top compartment cover of the
vehicle.
! When opening and closing the soft top,
make sure that:
R there is sufficient clearance above it, as
the soft top swings upwards
R the trunk partition is closed.
R the trunk is only loaded to below the
trunk partition.
R the trunk partition is not pushed up by
the load.
R the trunk lid is closed.
R no objects are on the soft-top
compartment cover
R the fabric is not dirty, wet or frozen.
You could otherwise damage the soft top,
trunk and other parts of the vehicle.
i Make sure that the soft top is dry and
clean before closing it. Otherwise, water or
dirt could enter the vehicle interior or trunk.Opening and closing with the soft-top
switch
Important safety notesGWARNING
Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured
by moving parts, such as the soft-top linkage
or soft-top compartment cover, when opening
or closing the soft top.
Release the soft-top switch in the event of
danger. The soft-top mechanism stops
immediately.
GWARNING
The soft top stops moving during the opening
or closing procedure if you drive faster than
25 mph (40 km/h). This could impair your rear
view. At high speeds the soft top may be
damaged.
Reduce your speed to below 25 mph
(40 km/h) or stop in accordance with traffic
conditions. Press the soft-top switch again in
order to open or close the soft top fully.
Opening and closing
XMake sure that the trunk partition is closed
( Y page 93).XClose the trunk lid.XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.XOpen the cover on the lower section of the
center console.Soft top (Cabriolet)87Opening/closingZ
XTo open: pull soft-top switch : until the
entire soft top is stowed away in the trunk.
The Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display.
If you drive faster than 25 mph (40 km/h)
during the opening procedure, the opening
procedure is stopped and the Open/Close
Convertible Top Completely message
is displayed in the multifunction display.
Reduce speed back to under 25 mph
( 40 km/h) and pull the soft top switch again
to fully open the soft top.XTo close: press and hold soft-top
switch : until the soft top is fully closed.
The Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display.
If you drive faster than 25 mph (40 km/h)
during the closing procedure, the closing
procedure is stopped and the Open/Close
Convertible Top Completely message
is displayed in the multifunction display.
Reduce speed back to under 25 mph
(40 km/h) and push the soft top switch
again to fully close the soft top.
Opening and closing using the
SmartKey
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured
by moving parts such as the soft-top linkage
or soft-top compartment cover when opening
or closing the soft top.
If there is a risk of entrapment, immediately
release the % or & button on the
SmartKey. The soft-top mechanism stops
immediately.
Opening and closing
i The SmartKey must be close to the
driver's door handle.
XPoint the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
door handle.XTo open: press and hold the % button
on the SmartKey until the soft top is fully
opened.
The Convertible Top in operation
message appears in the multifunction
display. The seat ventilation is switched on.
The rear side windows open.XTo close: press and hold the & button
on the SmartKey until the soft top is fully
closed.
The Convertible Top in Operation
message appears in the multifunction
display. The soft top and the side windows
close.
Closing the soft top manually
If the soft top cannot be closed automatically,
check the following points:
R Is the trunk partition engaged
( Y page 93)?
R Are the head restraints on the rear bench
seats extended?
R Is the trunk lid closed?
R Is the on-board voltage sufficient?
Start the engine if necessary.
If automatic operation still does not work, the
soft top can be closed manually.
This work must be performed by two persons.
i Closing the soft top manually is a
complex, technically demanding process
which requires a great deal of force. Only
close the soft top manually in extreme
emergencies. Preferably, contact a
qualified specialist workshop.
88Soft top (Cabriolet)Opening/closing
GWARNING
Remove wristwatches and any jewelry such
as rings or bracelets. You could otherwise get
caught, be injured and damage the vehicle.
Always grip the soft top at the indicated
gripping points when closing the soft top
manually. You could otherwise be injured.
XDepress the parking brake.XOpen the side windows.XLower the head restraints (automatically
( Y page 105) or manually ( Y page 105)).XRemove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.XOpen the trunk.XTake the two straps out of the vehicle tool
kit ( Y page 290).XTake the hex-socket wrench out of the
Operator's Manual wallet and keep it with
you.XTo open the cover on the left hand side
in the trunk: turn rotary catch : counter-
clockwise and fold down cover ;.XInsert hex-socket wrench = into valve
screw ? on the hydraulic pump.XTurn valve screw ? of the hydraulic pump
with hex-socket wrench = counter-
clockwise a full turn.
Left trim in the trunk (example)
XOn both sides of the trunk, tear trim A
along the perforation in the direction of the
arrow.
Left trim in the trunk (example)
XOn both sides, behind the trim, pull out
catch B as far as it will go and turn it
approximately a quarter of a turn counter-
clockwise.XMake sure catch B is not pulled in again.
If this happens, pull out catch B again as
far as possible and turn it about a quarter
turn counter-clockwise.
The soft-top compartment hinges are on the
right-hand and left-hand side in the gap
between the lid of the soft-top compartment
and the trunk sealing.
Soft top (Cabriolet)89Opening/closingZ