Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2007 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 58)

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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
detection of the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO.
or
̈ Remove KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button from starter switch.
̈ 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 55). Remember that extended
starting attempts can drain the battery.
̈ Get a jump start ( ୴ page 514).
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.
̈ Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
Parking brake
1 Parking brake pedal
2 Release handle
̈ Release the parking brake by pulling on
release handle
2.
The warning lamp ; (USA only) or
3 (Canada only) in the instrument
cluster goes out.
Warning!
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When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
from the starter switch, take it with you and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. Children could release
the parking brake, which could result in an
accident and/or serious injury.