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.
Take the mechanical key out of
the SmartKey.
Insert the mechanical key into the
trunk lid lock as far as the stop.

Turn the mechanical key
counter-clockwise from position 1 as far as it will go to position 2.
The trunk is unlocked.
Turn the mechanical key back to
position 1 and remove it.
Insert the mechanical key into the
SmartKey.
See also:
Roadside Assistance button
► Open the stowage compartment under the
armrest.
► Press and hold Roadside Assistance
button 1 for more than two seconds.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assi ...
Under the Hood
The ML350 carries a 232-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 engine, while the ML500 comes with
a 288-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. Both models use a five-speed-automatic transmission
with a manual shift gate. The permanently ...
Cleaning the windows
WARNING
Before cleaning the windshield or wiper
blades, switch off the windshield wipers and
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, press the
Start/Stop but ...
