Mercedes-Benz 2003 CL 500 User Manual
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Getting started
Driving
Starting difficulties
If the engine does not start as described
above, carry out the following steps:
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If you are starting the engine with the
SmartKey, turn key in starter switch to
position 0 and repeat starting proce-
dure.
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If you are starting the engine with
KEYLESS-GO: Close all doors to allow
for better detection of the KEYLESS-GO
card.
Or:
Start the engine with the key as radio
signals from another source may be in-
terfering with the KEYLESS-GO card.
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Repeat the starting procedure
(
page 42). Remember that extended
starting attempts can drain the battery.
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Get a jump start (
If the engine does not start after several
starting attempts, there could be a mal-
function in the engine electronics or in the
fuel supply system.
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Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Parking brake
1 Parking brake pedal
2 Parking brake release handle
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Release the parking brake by pulling on
handle 2.
The indicator lamp ; (USA only) or
3 (Canada only) in the instrument
cluster goes out.
Warning!
G
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the starter switch, take the KEY-
LESS-GO* card with you and lock the vehi-
cle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehi-
cle. Children could release the parking
brake, which could result in an accident
and/or serious injury.