Mercedes-Benz 2003 SLK-Class - Manual (Page 29)

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Getting started
Unlocking
Steering lock positions
Steering lock
0 For removing key
The steering is locked when the key is
removed from the steering lock. If nec-
essary, move steering wheel slightly to
allow the locking mechanism to en-
gage.
1 Power supply to some electrical con-
sumers, such as seat adjustment
2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical
consumers) and driving position
3 Starting position
Warning!
G
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the steering lock and lock the vehi-
cle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehi-
cle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment
may cause an accident and/or serious per-
sonal injury.
i
The key can only be withdrawn in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.
!
To prevent accelerated battery dis-
charge and a possible dead battery,
always remove the key from the
steering lock.