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)
X
To arm: lock the vehicle with the
SmartKey.
Indicator lamp
:
flashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
X
To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the
SmartKey.
i
If you then do not open a door or the rear
door, the alarm system switches back on
again after approximately 40 seconds.
X
To stop the alarm: insert the SmartKey
into the ignition lock.
The alarm is switched off.
or
X
Press the
%
or
&
button on the
SmartKey.
The alarm is switched off.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
R
a door
R
a door using the mechanical key
R
the rear door
R
the hood
The alarm is also triggered if:
R
the position of the vehicle is changed.
R
a window is smashed.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that has triggered it,
for example.
i
If the alarm stays on for more than
30 seconds, the Tele Aid system
automatically initiates a call to the
Customer Assistance center. The mbrace
emergency call system initiates the call if:
R
you have subscribed to the Tele Aid
service.
R
the Tele Aid service has been activated
properly.
R
the required mobile phone, power supply
and GPS are available.
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Theft deterrent locking system
Safety