Mercedes-Benz 2005 M-Class Operator's Manual page 35

Steering lock positions
Steering lock
0 For removing key
The steering is locked when the key is
removed from the steering lock. If
necessary, move steering wheel
slightly to allow the locking mechanism
to engage.
1 Unlocking steering
Power supply to some electrical con-
sumers, such as seat adjustment.
2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical
consumers) and driving position
All lamps in the instrument cluster
come on. If a lamp in the instrument
cluster fails to come on when the igni-
tion is switched on, have it checked
and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in
the instrument cluster remains on after
starting the engine or comes on while
driving, refer to "Lamps in instrument
cluster" ( page 248).
3 Starting position
Getting started
Unlocking
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the steering lock and lock the vehi-
cle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehi-
cle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment
may cause an accident and/or serious per-
sonal injury.
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When you switch on the ignition, the in-
dicator and warning lamps in the instru-
ment cluster come on. This indicates
that the respective systems are opera-
tional. They should go out when the en-
gine is running.
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