Theft deterrent locking system
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the brake system checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Observe information regarding indicator and
warning lamps (
Y
display messages (
EBD monitors and controls the brake
pressure on the rear wheels to improve
driving stability while braking.
ADAPTIVE BRAKE
i
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (
page 54).
Y
ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety
and offers increased braking comfort. In
addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE
BRAKE also features the hill start assist
function (
page 121).
Y
Theft deterrent locking system
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.
Anyone can start the vehicle if a valid
SmartKey has been left inside the vehicle.
To activate: while the engine is running,
X
turn the Start/Stop button to key position
0 (
page 119).
Y
The engine stops.
or
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
X
lock.
To deactivate: turn the Start/Stop button
X
to key position 2(
depressing the brake pedal.
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.
page 192) as well as
page 166).
Y
page 119) without
Y
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.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
a door
R
the trunk lid
R
the hood
R
Roadster: the glove box
R
Roadster: a compartment in the center
R
console
the vehicle with the mechanical key
R
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that triggered it, for
example.
To stop the alarm: press the Start/Stop
X
button in the center console. The SmartKey
must be inside the vehicle.
or
Press the % or & button on the
X
SmartKey.