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

Theft deterrent locking system

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Theft deterrent locking system

Immobilizer

The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct SmartKey.
To activate: remove the SmartKey from
X
the ignition lock.
To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
X
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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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
X
SmartKey.
Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the
X
SmartKey.
or
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
X
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
the vehicle with the mechanical key
R
a door
R
the trunk lid
R
the hood
R
To stop the alarm: insert the SmartKey
X
into the ignition lock.
The alarm is switched off.
or
Press the % or & button on the
X
SmartKey.
The alarm is switched off.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that triggered it, for
example.
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If the alarm stays on for more than
30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call
system automatically sends a message to
the Customer Assistance Center by text
message or data connection. The
emergency call system sends the message
provided that:
you have subscribed to the mbrace
R
service.
the mbrace service has been activated
R
properly.
the necessary mobile phone network is
R
available.