Mercedes-Benz 2003 C-Class Coupe Operator's Manual page 45

Turn the key in the starter switch to
position 3. Release only when the en-
gine is firing regularly ( page 31).
More information can be found in the
"Controls in detail" section ( page 130).
Automatic transmission*
Gearshift pattern for automatic
transmission
P Park position with selector lever lock
R Reverse gear
N Neutral
D Drive position
Make sure that the gear selector lever
is set to P.
Do not depress accelerator.
Starting
Turn the key in the starter switch to
position 3 and hold until the engine
starts ( page 31).
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You can also use the "touch-start"
function. Turn the key to position 3 and
release it again immediately. The en-
gine then starts automatically.
Depress the brake pedal.
The selector lever lock is released.
For information on turning off the engine
with the key see "Turning off the engine"
( page 52)
Getting started
Starting difficulties
If the engine does not start as described,
carry out the following steps:
Turn key in starter to position 0 and re-
peat starting procedure.
Remember that extended starting at-
tempts can drain the battery
Get a jump start ( page 297).
If the engine does not start after several
starting attempts, there could be a mal-
function in the engine electronics or in the
fuel supply system.
Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Driving
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