Important Safety Notes - Mercedes-Benz M-Class Operator's Manual

Doors
86
Problem
The engine cannot be
started using the
SmartKey.
The engine cannot be
started using KEYLESS-
GO. The SmartKey is in
the vehicle.
Doors

Important safety notes

G
WARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
open the doors, thus endangering other
R
people or road users.
get out and disrupt traffic.
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operate the vehicle's equipment.
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Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
release the parking brake.
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shift the automatic transmission out of
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parking position P.
starting the engine.
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There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The on-board voltage is too low.
Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
X
lighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary
X
( page 388).
Y
or
Jump-start the vehicle (
X
or
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
A door is open. Therefore, the SmartKey cannot be detected as
easily.
Close the door and try to start the vehicle again.
X
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
X
You should preferably place luggage or loads
in the cargo compartment. Observe the
loading guidelines (
page 389).
Y
G
WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
G WARNING
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or
not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip
over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle
occupants. There is a risk of injury,
particularly in the event of sudden braking or
a sudden change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
page 332).
Y