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

Theft deterrent locking system

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You can prevent the intervention of the PRE-
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SAFE Brake at any time by:
depressing the accelerator pedal further.
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activating kickdown.
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releasing the brake pedal.
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The braking action of PRE-SAFE
ended automatically if:
you maneuver to avoid the obstacle.
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there is no longer a risk of collision.
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there is no longer an obstacle detected in
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front of your vehicle.

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 slippery road surface when you brake
heavily.
the vehicle starts to skid.
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Important safety notes
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Observe the "Important safety notes"
section ( page 68).
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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

The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct SmartKey.
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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When leaving the vehicle, always take the
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Brake is
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.
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
X
or KEYLESS-GO.
Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the
X
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
a door
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the vehicle with the mechanical key
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the trunk lid
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the hood
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