Mercedes-Benz 2005 C 230 Kompressor Operator's Manual page 89

Safety and Security
Anti-theft systems
Arming tow-away alarm
Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey.
The tow-away alarm is automatically
armed after about 30 seconds.
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When you unlock your vehicle, the
tow-away protection disarms
automatically. The tow away alarm
remains disarmed until you lock the
vehicle again.
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Disarming tow-away alarm
To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm ,
switch off the tow-away alarm feature
before towing the vehicle, or when parking
on a surface subject to movement, such as
a ferry or auto train.
The switch is located on the center con-
sole.
1 Tow-away alarm off switch
2 Indicator lamp
Switch off the ignition.
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You cannot disarm the tow-away alarm
while the ignition is switched on.
Press switch 1.
Indicator lamp 2 in switch comes on
briefly.
Exit and lock your vehicle with the
SmartKey.
The tow-away alarm remains disarmed
until you lock your vehicle again.
Canceling the alarm
To cancel the alarm:
Press the Œ or ‹ button on the
SmartKey.
or
Insert the SmartKey in the starter
switch.