Theft Deterrent Locking Systems; Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System) - Mercedes-Benz GLK Operator's Manual

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WARNING
If EBD has malfunctioned, the braking system
remains available with full brake boosting
effect. However, the rear wheels can still lock,
e.g. under full braking. This could cause you
to lose control of your vehicle and cause an
accident. You should therefore adapt your
driving style to the different handling
characteristics.
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Observe the notes on warning and indicator
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lamps ( page 202) as well as display
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messages ( page 182).

Theft deterrent locking systems

Immobilizer
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. The
engine can be started by anyone with a valid
SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.
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To activate with the SmartKey: remove
the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
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To activate with KEYLESS-GO: switch the
ignition off and open the driver's door.
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To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
i 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
USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)

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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Theft deterrent locking systems
the tailgate
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the hood
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The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that has triggered it, for
example.
If the alarm stays on for more than 30
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seconds, the emergency call system
mbrace (USA only) or TELE AID (Canada
only) initiates a call to the Customer
Assistance Center automatically. The
emergency call system initiates the call
provided that:
you have subscribed to the mbrace/
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TELE AID service.
the mbrace/TELE AID service has been
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activated properly.
the required mobile phone, power supply
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and GPS are available.
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To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey
or KEYLESS-GO.
Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately 15
seconds.
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To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
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To stop the alarm using the SmartKey:
insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
The alarm is switched off.
or
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Press the % or & button on the
SmartKey.
The alarm is switched off.
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