Theft Deterrent Locking System; Steer Control; Function; Immobilizer - Mercedes-Benz M-Class Operator's Manual

Theft deterrent locking system

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If you have activated DSR (
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SAFE Brake is deactivated.

STEER CONTROL

General information
STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a
noticeable steering force to the steering
wheel in the direction required for vehicle
stabilization.
This steering assistance is provided in
particular if:
both right wheels or both left wheels are on
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a wet or slippery road surface when you
brake.
the vehicle starts to skid.
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Important safety notes
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Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( page 66).
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If ESP is malfunctioning, you will not receive
steering support from STEER CONTROL.
Power steering will, however, continue to

function.

Theft deterrent locking system

Immobilizer

To activate with the SmartKey: remove
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the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
To activate with KEYLESS-GO: switch the
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ignition off and open the driver's door.
To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
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The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct SmartKey.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Anyone can start the engine if a valid
SmartKey has been left inside the vehicle.
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The immobilizer is always deactivated
when you start the engine.
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A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
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In the event that the engine cannot be
started when the starter battery is fully
charged, the immobilizer may be faulty.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the
USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

ATA (anti-theft alarm system)

To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey
or KEYLESS-GO.
Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
To disarm using the SmartKey: unlock
the vehicle with the SmartKey.
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
To disarm using KEYLESS-GO: unlock the
vehicle with KEYLESS-GO.
Press the Start/Stop button on the
dashboard. The SmartKey must be inside
the vehicle.
a door
the vehicle with the mechanical key
the tailgate
the hood