Anti-Theft Systems; Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System); Function; Immobilizer - Mercedes-Benz 2011 GLK-Class Operator's Manual

Trailers with a high center of gravity may tip
over before the system recognizes swaying of
the trailer.
Trailer stabilization does not work if ESP
deactivated or disabled because of a
malfunction.
EBD
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Warning
Observe "Important safety notes"
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( page 61).
EBD monitors and controls the brake
pressure on the rear wheels to improve
driving stability while braking.
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Warning!
If the EBD malfunctions, the brake system will
still function with full brake boost. However,
the rear wheels could lock up during
emergency braking situations, for example.
You could lose control of the vehicle and
cause an accident.
Adapt your driving style to the changed
driving characteristics.

Anti-theft systems

Immobilizer

The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct key.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The
engine can be started by anyone with a valid
key 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
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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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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 TELEAID (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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TELEAID service.
the mbrace/TELEAID 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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