Mercedes-Benz V 200 d, Operating Instructions Manual

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Problems with the key
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
M
Solutions
It is no longer possible to
lock the vehicle using
the key.
The turn signals do not
flash when the vehicle is
locked.
The doors are not closed properly.
X Close the doors properly and lock the vehicle again.
The central locking system has malfunctioned.
X Lock the vehicle using the emergency key element (
Y
page 77) or
press down the locking knob and then close the doors.
X
Have the central locking system checked as soon as possible at a
qualified specialist workshop.
It is no longer possible to
lock or unlock the vehi-
cle using the key.
The key battery is weak or discharged.
X
Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle from very close
range and press the
%
or
&
button.
If this does not work:
X
Replace the key battery (
Y
page 78).
or
X
Lock or unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element
(
Y
page 77).
The key is faulty.
X
Lock the vehicle with the emergency key element (
Y
page 77).
X Have the key checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine cannot be
started using the key.
The on-board voltage is too low.
X Switch off all non-essential consumers, such as interior lighting, and
try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
X
Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary (
Y
page 349).
or
X
Jump-start the vehicle (
Y
page 358).
or
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
You have lost a key.
X
Have the key deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X
If necessary, have the mechanical locks replaced.
You have lost the emer-
gency key element.
X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X
If necessary, have the mechanical locks replaced.
Central locking
Important safety notes
United Kingdom only:
G
WARNING
When the double locks are activated, the
doors can no longer be opened from the
inside. People in the vehicle can no longer get
Central locking
79
Opening and closing
Z