Mercedes-Benz E-class 1998 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Manual (Page 8)

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Steering Lock
0
The electronic key can be
withdrawn in this position only.
The steering is locked with the
electronic key removed from the
steering lock. The electronic key
can be removed only with the
selector lever in position "P" and
the foot off the brake pedal.
After removing the electronic
key or with the electronic key in
steering lock position 0, the
selector lever is locked in
position "P".
1
Steering is unlocked.
(If necessary, move steering wheel
slightly to allow the
electronic key to be turned clockwise
to position 1.)
Most electrical consumers can be
operated. For detailed information
see respective subjects.
2
Gasoline engine: Driving position.
2
Diesel engine:
Preglow and driving position.
3
Starting position.
Refer to Index for
Starting and turning
off the engine.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always
remove the electronic key from the
steering lock, and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended in
the vehicle, or with access to an un-
locked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment may cause serious
personal injury.
Important!
If the electronic key is left in the
steering lock position 0 for an extended
period of time, it can no longer be
turned in the lock. In this case, remove
electronic key from steering lock and
reinsert.
Notes:
A warning sounds when the driver's
door is opened with the electronic key
in steering lock position 1 or 0.
With the engine at idle speed, the
charging rate of the alternator (output)
is limited.
It is therefore recommended to turn off
unnecessary electrical consumers while
driving in stop-and-go traffic. This
precaution helps to avoid draining of
the battery.
Unnecessary strain on the battery and
charging system may be minimized by
turning off the following power
consumers, for example: Heated seats,
rear window defroster. In addition, the
automatic climate air volume control
should be set to the lowest position.
The steering lock can only be unlocked
with the vehicle battery properly
connected.
Caution!
To prevent accelerated battery discharge
and a possible dead battery, always
remove the electronic key from the
steering lock.
Do not leave the
electronic key in steering lock position
0.