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Code: prevents unauthorised persons from starting the engine
De-activating the code
When you are required to enter the
code (in ignition key position 1):
1. Enter the code
2. Select "Deactivate".
To correct the input:
Select "Change" and repeat input of the
code.
After the code has been entered
three times incorrectly or after
three attempts to start the engine with-
out a code input, an acoustic alarm
sounds for 30 seconds, see also Emer-
gency de-activation.
Emergency de-activation
Emergency de-activation can also be
carried out before the three attempts to
start the engine or three incorrect code
inputs have been made and the alarm
sounded.
1. Disconnect the battery and wait
about 5 minutes before reconnecting
it; see the car's Owner's Handbook
2. Turn the ignition key to position 1.
A ten-minute countdown appears on
the screen.
After the ten minutes have elapsed, you
can start the engine.
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