Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3 1991, Owner'S Manual

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Steering Lock
0 The key can be withdrawn in this
position only. The steering is
locked with the key removed from
the steering lock. In models
equipped with automatic transmis­
sion, the key can be removed only
with the selector lever in position
” P“ . After removing the key or with
the key in steering lock position 0,
the selector lever is locked in posi­
tion ” P” .
Warning!
Models with manual transmission:
Do not remove key from the
steering lock while the vehicle is
in motion as this will cause the
engagement of the steering lock
thus rendering the vehicle impos­
sible to steer.
1 Steering is unlocked.
(If necessary, move steering wheel
slightly to allow the key to be turned
clockwise to position 1.)
2 Driving position.
3 Starting position.
For starting and turning off the engine,
refer to page 15.
Notes:
The following items can be operated
with the key in steering lock position 1:
Wiper,
windshield washer system,
headlamp cleaning system (only in
exterior lamp switch positions ^00 ;
or | D )
headlamp flasher,
lighter,
glove box lamp,
sliding roof,
rear window defroster,
power windows,
power seats.
An audible warning will sound when
the driver’s door is opened with the
key in steering lock position 1 or 0.
With the engine at idle speed, the
charging rate of the alternator (output)
is limited.
It is therefore recommended to turn off
unnecessary electrical consumers
while driving in stop-and-go traffic.
This precaution helps to avoid draining
of the battery.
Unnecessary strain on the battery and
charging system may be minimized by
turning off the following power con­
sumers, for example: Heated seats,
rear window defroster.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always
remove the key from the steering
lock. Do not leave children un­
attended in the vehicle. Unsuper­
vised use of vehicle equipment
may cause serious personal
injury.
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