Mercedes-Benz 1998 SL 500 Operator's Manual page 26

Car Keys
Included with your vehicle are
•
2 Master keys with infrared
remote control
•
1 Master key
1 Valet key
•
1 Flat key
Remote Control with
Folding Master Key
The master key fits all locks on the car.
To release the key, press button (1).
The key unfolds from the holder by
itself.
The transmitter for the infrared remote
control is located in the key holder, the
receivers are located in the door
handless, and next to the trunk lock.
The valet key works only in the driver's
door |lock and the steering lock.
The valet key will not work in the
trunk and storage compartment locks.
The flat key fits all locks on the car.
Notes:
Do not give the master key to an
unauthorized person.
We recommend that you carry the fiat
key with you and keep it in a safe place
(e.g. your wallet) so that it is always
handy. Never leave the flat key in the
vehicle.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always
remove the key from the steering
lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use
of vehicle equipment may cause
serious personal injury.
Obtaining Replacement Keys
Your vehicle is equipped with a theft
deterrent locking system requiring a
special key manufacturing process. For
security reasons, replacement keys can
only be obtained from your authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer.
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