Mercedes-Benz SLR-Class 2005 User Manual
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Getting started
Driving
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Close cover
1.
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Depress the brake pedal.
The gear selector lever lock is released.
For information on turning off the engine,
see “Turning off the engine” (
୴
page 58).
Starting difficulties
If the engine does not start as described,
carry out the following steps:
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Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch
to position 0 and repeat starting
procedure (
୴
page 48).
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Remember that extended starting at-
tempts can drain the battery.
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 Button
2 Parking brake lever
Warning!
G
Make sure the cover of the start button is
closed after starting the engine. Otherwise
you could be injured on the open cover in an
accident or during driving maneuvers.
Warning!
G
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey 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.