Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Owner'S Manual

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Key
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
+
Change key batter‐
ies
The key batteries are discharged.
X
Change the batteries (
Y
page 56).
+
Key not detected
(red display message)
The key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds.
When you switch off the engine, you will be unable to restart it.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Locate the key.
The key is not detected while driving because a powerful radio
transmitter is causing interference. A warning tone also sounds.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired
position (
Y
page 103).
+
Key not detected
(white display mes-
sage)
You are in the vehicle and the key currently cannot be detected
by the vehicle.
X
Change the location of the key in the vehicle.
If the key still cannot be detected:
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired
position (
Y
page 103).
+
Replace key
The key needs to be replaced.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
+
Key does not
belong to vehicle
You have put the wrong key in the ignition lock.
X
Use the correct key.
+
Close doors to
lock vehicle
At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
X
Close all doors and lock the vehicle again.
+
Insert key
The KEYLESS-GO start function is temporarily malfunctioning or
is defective. A warning tone also sounds.
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired
position (
Y
page 103).
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