Mercedes Benz SLK 230 User Manual

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SLK 230 Kompressor SLK 320

SLK 32 AMG

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.

Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.

Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of time:

Please read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

Please pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents

Introduction .........................................	7
Product information................................	7
Operator’s Manual ..................................	8
Service and warranty information .....	8
Important notice for California
retail buyers and lessees of
Mercedes-Benz automobiles .............	9
Maintenance ..................................	10
Roadside Assistance ......................	10
Change of address or ownership....	10
Operating your vehicle outside the
USA or Canada..............................	11
Where to find it ....................................	12
Symbols...............................................	13
Operating safety ..................................	14
Proper use of the vehicle ...............	14
Problems with your vehicle..................	15
Reporting safety defects......................	16
Reporting safety defects ................	16

At a glance ..........................................	17
Cockpit.................................................	18
Instrument cluster ................................	20
Center console .....................................	23
Upper part ......................................	23
Lower Part ......................................	24
Overhead control panel ........................	25
Getting started ...................................	27
Unlocking .............................................	28
Unlocking with the remote control.. 28
Adjusting ..............................................	30
Seats...............................................	30
Telescoping steering column* ........	34
Mirrors ............................................	35
Driving ..................................................	37
Fastening the seat belts..................	37
Starting the engine .........................	40
Switching on headlamps .................	43
Turn signals and high beam ............	43
Windshield wipers ...........................	44
Problems while driving....................	45

Parking and locking ..............................	47
Parking brake .................................	47
Switching off headlamps.................	48
Turning off engine...........................	48
Safety and Security ...........................	51
Occupant safety ...................................	52
Airbags ...........................................	53
Seat belts .......................................	57
Children in the vehicle ....................	60
Panic alarm ..........................................	65
Activating........................................	65
Deactivating....................................	65
Driving safety systems .........................	66
ABS.................................................	66
BAS.................................................	67
ESP .................................................	68
Anti-theft systems ................................	71
Immobilizer .....................................	71
Anti-theft alarm system ..................	71
Tow-away alarm ..............................	72

Contents

Controls in detail ...............................	73
Locking and unlocking .........................	74
Keys ...............................................	74
Opening the doors from the inside . 77
Opening the trunk ..........................	77
Closing the trunk ............................	78
Trunk lid emergency release ..........	78
Automatic central locking ..............	79
Locking and unlocking from the
inside .............................................	80
Seats....................................................	81
Removing and installing head
restraints........................................	81
Heated seats* ................................	82
Lighting................................................	83
Exterior lamp switch.......................	83
Combination switch........................	85
Hazard warning flasher...................	86
Interior lighting...............................	87
Instrument cluster ...............................	89
Instrument cluster illumination.......	89
Coolant temperature gauge............	89
Trip odometer.................................	90
Tachometer ....................................	90
Outside temperature indicator .......	91

Setting clock ..................................	91
Manual transmission ...........................	92
Shifting into reverse .......................	92
Automatic transmission* .....................	93
One-touch gearshifting...................	94
Gear ranges....................................	95
Gear selector lever position ...........	95
Program mode selector switch.......	97
Accelerator position .......................	98
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode).............................................	98
Good visibility ......................................	99
Headlamp cleaning system* ..........	99
Rear view mirror.............................	99
Sun visors ....................................	100
Rear window defroster .................	101
Climate control ..................................	102
Setting the temperature...............	104
Adjusting air volume ....................	105
Adjusting air distribution ..............	105
Air recirculation mode..................	106
Air conditioning ............................	106
Residual heat ...............................	107
Basic settings...............................	108
Special settings............................	109

Deactivating the climate control
system .........................................	110
Audio system.....................................	111
Audio and telephone, operation ...	111
Operating safety ..........................	111
Operating and display elements...	112
Anti-theft system .........................	114
Button and soft key operation......	115
Operation .....................................	115
Radio mode..................................	116
Cassette mode.............................	118
CD mode......................................	121
Telephone* operation ..................	125
Power windows .................................	128
Opening and closing the windows	128
Retractable hardtop...........................	130
Opening and closing the
retractable hardtop ......................	130
Wind screen .................................	135
Driving systems .................................	136
Cruise control ..............................	136
Useful features ..................................	139
Interior storage spaces ................	139
Ashtray ........................................	142
Cigarette lighter ...........................	143
Telephone* ..................................	143

Contents

Tele Aid ........................................	144
Garage door opener .....................	153
Operation .........................................	159
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) .........	160
Driving instructions............................	161
Drive sensibly – save fuel.............	161
Drinking and driving .....................	161
Pedals ..........................................	161
Power assistance .........................	162
Brakes..........................................	162
Driving off ....................................	163
Parking.........................................	163
Tires .............................................	164
Hydroplaning................................	165
Tire traction .................................	165
Tire speed rating ..........................	166
Winter driving instructions ...........	167
Standing water.............................	168
Passenger compartment ..............	168
Driving abroad..............................	168
Control and operation of radio
transmitter ...................................	168
Catalytic converter.......................	169
Emission control ..........................	170

Coolant temperature.....................	170
At the gas station ...............................	171
Refueling.......................................	171
Check regularly and before a
long trip ........................................	172
Engine compartment ..........................	174
Hood .............................................	174
Engine oil ......................................	175
Transmission fluid level.................	180
Coolant .........................................	180
Battery ..........................................	183
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*..........	184
Tires and wheels.................................	185
Important guidelines .....................	185
Life of tire .....................................	186
Direction of rotation......................	186
Checking tire inflation pressure ....	186
Rotating wheels ............................	187
Winter driving .....................................	188
Winter tires ...................................	188
Block heater (Canada only) ...........	189
Snow chains..................................	189
Maintenance.......................................	190
Clearing the service indicator .......	190
Service term exceeded .................	191

Calling up the service indicator ....	191
Resetting the service indicator .....	191
Vehicle care .......................................	192
Cleaning and care of vehicle.........	192
Practical hints ..................................	199
What to do if … ...................................	200
Lamps in instrument cluster .........	200
Additional indicators in the
speedometer display ....................	210
Lamp in center console ................	211
Where will I find ...? ............................	212
First aid kit....................................	212
Vehicle tool kit, vehicle jack .........	212
Spare wheel (SLK 230
Kompressor, SLK 320)..................	213
TIREFIT kit (SLK 32 AMG only) ......	214
Unlocking/locking in an emergency ..	216
Unlocking the vehicle ...................	216
Locking the vehicle .......................	217
Changing batteries in remote
control ..........................................	218
Synchronizing remote control.......	219
Fuel filler flap ................................	219

Contents

Manually unlocking the
transmission selector lever ..........	220
Opening/closing in an emergency .....	221
Raising retractable hardtop
manually......................................	221
Replacing bulbs .................................	226
Bulbs ............................................	226
Replacing bulbs for front lamps....	228
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps .....	230
Adjusting headlamp aim
(Halogen headlamps only) ............	231
Replacing wiper blades ......................	233
Removing wiper blades ................	233
Installing wiper blades..................	234
Flat tire ..............................................	235
Preparing the vehicle....................	235
Sealing tires with TIREFIT kit 1 .....	235
Sealing tires with TIREFIT kit 2 .....	240
Mounting the spare wheel ............	244
Battery ...............................................	251
Disconnecting the battery ............	252
Removing the battery ...................	252
Charging and reinstalling battery . 252
Reconnecting the battery .............	252
Jump starting .....................................	254

Towing the vehicle .............................	256
Towing eye ...................................	258
Installing towing eye bolt .............	259
Fuses .................................................	260
Main fuse box...............................	260
Auxiliary fuse box .........................	261
Technical data .................................	263
Spare parts service............................	264
Warranty coverage.............................	265
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet .....................	265
Identification labels ...........................	266
Layout of poly-V-belt drive .................	267
SLK 230 Kompressor ...................	267
SLK 320 .......................................	267
SLK 32 AMG.................................	267
Engine................................................	268
Rims and Tires ...................................	269
Same size tires.............................	270
Mixed size tires ............................	271
Spare wheel with collapsible tire.. 273
Electrical system ...............................	274
Main Dimensions ...............................	275
Weights..............................................	276

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ..........	277
Capacities ....................................	277
Engine oils ...................................	279
Engine oil additives ......................	279
Air conditioning refrigerant ..........	279
Brake fluid....................................	279
Premium unleaded gasoline .........	280
Fuel requirements ........................	280
Gasoline additives........................	280
Coolants ......................................	281
Windshield washer system and
headlamp washer system* ..........	283
Consumer information.......................	284
Uniform tire quality grading .........	284
Technical terms...............................	287
Index.................................................	293

Introduction

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.

We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.

For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.

The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

Service and warranty information

The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:

New Car Limited Warranty,

Emission System Warranty,

Emission Performance Warranty,

California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),

State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of

18000 miles (approx. 29000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:

(1)the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,

(2)the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or

(3)the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than

30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Maintenance	Roadside Assistance		Change of address or ownership

The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.

Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.

The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory-trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)

1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives

24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program Brochure in your glove box.

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.

If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.

If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

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Operator’s Manual

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,

unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,

gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.

Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:

In the USA:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

European Delivery Department

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

European Delivery Department

849 Eglinton Avenue East

Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5

Introduction

Where to find it

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section has its own reference color so you can find information quickly.

At a glance

Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.

Getting started

Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are renting or borrowing this vehicle.

Safety and Security

Here you will find descriptions of the safety features of your vehicle.

Controls in detail

Here you will find detailed information about the equipment installed in your vehicle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes technical innovations. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.

Operation

Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehicle.

Practical hints

This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems you may encounter.

Technical data

All important technical data for your vehicle can be found in this section.

Indexes

The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms.

The table of contents and the index are designed to help you find information quickly and easily.

The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:

this Operator’s Manual

the Service Booklet

Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle.

Symbols

The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:

*Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

Warning!

Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.

Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle.

Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.

Introduction

Symbols

This symbol points to instructions for you to follow.

A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.

Page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic.

This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page.

->	In the glossary of technical
	terms, this symbol is used to in-
	dicate cross-references to term
	definitions.
Display	Words appearing in the multi-
	function display are printed in
	the type shown here.

Introduction

Operating safety

Warning!

Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modification made may produce an undesired effect on other systems.

See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.

Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.

Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving.

Warning!

Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/ wheels, for example when running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety or your vehicle. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road.

Inspect the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.

Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:

the safety precautions in this manual

the “Technical data” section in this manual

traffic rules and regulations

motor vehicle laws and safety standards

Warning!

Various labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. You should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removal of any of these labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.

Introduction

Problems with your vehicle

If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:

In the USA:

Customer Assistance Center

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Customer Relations Department

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

849 Eglinton Avenue East

Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5

Introduction

Reporting safety defects

For the USA only:

The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Center console

Overhead control panel

At a glance

Cockpit

At a glance

Cockpit

	Item		Page
1	Combination switch
		Turn signals	43
		Windshield wipers	44
		High beam	43
2	Cruise control lever		136
3	Instrument cluster		20, 89

4Voice control system* lever (see separate operating instructions)

5	Steering lock with ignition	29
6	Overhead control panel	25
7	Glove box	139
8	Center console	23, 24
9	Horn
a Steering wheel adjustment		34
	handle*
b Hood lock release		174
c Exterior lamp switch		43

At a glance

Instrument cluster

	Item	Page
1	Left indicator lamps
	with:
	WLow windshield	206
	washer and head
	lamp washer* sys-
	tem fluid level warn-
	ing lamp
	/Low engine coolant	207
	level warning lamp
	N Low engine oil level	206
	warning lamp
	1Supplemental Re-	52,
	straint System	203
	(SRS) indicator
	lamp
	2Brake pad wear in-	209
	dicator lamp
	?Engine malfunction	205
	indicator lamp
	_Telescoping steer-	206
	ing column warning
	lamp

	Item		Page
2	Display with:
	D Coolant tempera-		89
		ture gauge
	A Fuel gauge		207
	Outside temperature		91
	indicator
3	Knob for:
		Instrument cluster illu-	89
		mination
		Resetting trip odome-	90
		ter
		Activating Flexible Ser-	190
		vice System (FSS) indi-
		cator

At a glance

Instrument cluster

Item

Page

4Speedometer with:

LLeft turn signal indicator lamp

KRight turn signal indicator lamp

	vElectronic Stability	68,
	Program (ESP)	200
	warning lamp
	Trip odometer	90
	Main odometer
5 Knob for:

	Setting clock	91
6	Tachometer with:
	Selector lever position	41, 90
	Clock	91

At a glance

Instrument cluster

	Item	Page
7	Right indicator lamps
	with:
	$Exterior lamp failure	209
	indicator lamp
	AHigh beam head-	43, 85
	lamp indicator
	#Charge indicator	208
	lamp
	;Brake warning	47,
	lamp, except Cana-	204
	da
	3Brake warning
	lamp, Canada only
	¿Brake Assist Sys-	67,
	tem (BAS)/Elec-	200
	tronic Stability
	Program (ESP) mal-
	function indicator
	lamp
	-Antilock Brake Sys-	66,
	tem (ABS) warning	201
	lamp

Item	Page
<Seat belt non-usage	57,
warning lamp	205

Center console

Upper part

At a glance

Center console

	Item	Page
1	Cup holder	140
2	Center air vent adjustment	98
	Side air vent adjustment	98
3	Climate control	102
	Rear window defroster	102
4	Audio system	111
5	Seat heater* passenger	82
	side
6	Anti-theft alarm system in-	71
	dicator lamp
	Tow-away alarm switch	72
7	Central locking switch	79
8	Hazard warning flasher	86
	switch – switching on/off
9	ESP control switch	68
a	Headlamp washer* switch	99
b	Seat heater* driver’s side	82

At a glance

Center console

Lower Part

	Item	Page
1	Selector lever for	93
	automatic transmission*
	Gearshift lever for manual	92
	transmission
2	Storage compartment
3	Indicator lamp 7	62
4	Switch for opening/closing	128
	windows on passenger
	side
5	Exterior rear view mirror	35
	adjustment
6	Switch for opening/closing	130
	the hardtop
7	Storage compartment	140
	Cigarette lighter	143

	Item	Page
8	Parking brake lever	42
9	Switch for opening/closing	128
	windows on the driver’s
	side
a	Program mode selector for	93
	automatic transmission*
b	Ashtray	142
	Coin holder	142

At a glance

Overhead control panel

Item

Page

1Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid (emergency call system), telephone* and voice control system* (see separate operating instructions)

2	Interior lighting control	87
3	Tele Aid (emergency call	144
	system) button
4	Garage door opener	153
5	Rear view mirror	35, 99

Getting started

Unlocking

Adjusting

Driving

Parking and locking

Getting started

Unlocking

The “Getting started” section provides an	Unlocking with the remote control	Press unlock button Œon the re-
overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-		mote control.

tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners		All turn signal lamps blink once. The
should pay special attention to the infor-
		locking knobs in the doors move up.
mation given here.
		Press release button 1on the remote
If you are already familiar with the basic
		control.
functions described here, the “Controls in
		The key folds out.
detail” section will help you with further in-
formation. The corresponding page refer-		Get in the vehicle and insert the key in
ences are at the end of each segment.
		the steering lock ( page 29).

		More information can be found in the
		“Controls in detail” section ( page 74).

Remote control with folding key

1 Release button for key

2 ‹Lock button

3 ŒUnlock button

4 ÂPanic button ( page 65)

Steering lock positions	G
Warning!

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Steering lock

0 For removing key

The steering is locked when the key is removed from the steering lock. If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage.

1Power supply to some electrical consumers, such as seat adjustment

2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position

3 Starting position

The key can only be withdrawn in position 0.

If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the key to be turned clockwise to position 1.

Vehicles with automatic transmission: The key can only be removed from the steering lock with the gear selector lever in position P.

Getting started

Unlocking

To prevent accelerated battery discharge and a possible dead battery, always remove the key from the steering lock when the engine is not in operation.

Getting started

Adjusting

Warning!

All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion.

Seats

The seats can be adjusted either manually or electrically, depending on the vehicle’s equipment.

Warning!

Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat back and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and belts are properly positioned on the body. Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt ( page 37).

Never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.

Warning!

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the steering lock and lock your vehicle.

The power seats* can also be operated with the driver’s or passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

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