Mercedes-Benz 2004 E 320 - Manual (Page 45)

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Getting started
Driving
Starting difficulties
If the engine does not start as described,
carry out the following steps:
̈ If you are starting the engine with the
SmartKey, turn SmartKey in starter
switch to position 0 and repeat starting
procedure.
̈ If you are starting the engine with
KEYLESS-GO: Close any doors that
may be open to allow for better detec-
tion of the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO.
Or:
Start the engine with the SmartKey as
radio signals from another source may
be interfering with the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO.
̈ Repeat the starting procedure
(
୴ page 43). Remember that extended
starting attempts can drain the battery.
̈ Get a jump start ( ୴ page 378).
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.
̈ Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Parking brake
1 Parking brake pedal
2 Parking brake release handle
̈ Release the parking brake by pulling on
handle 2.
The warning lamp ; (USA only) or
3 (Canada only) in the clock goes
out.
Warning!
G
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the starter switch, take the
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Children could release the
parking brake, which could result in an acci-
dent and/or serious injury.