Mercedes-Benz 2003 E 500 Automobile User Manual


 
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Getting started
Driving
̈ Get a jump start ( page 346).
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 indicator lamp ; (USA only) or
3 (Canada only) in the clock goes
out.
Driving
̈ Depress the brake pedal.
̈ Move selector lever to position D or R.
̈ Release the brake pedal.
̈ Carefully depress the accelerator
pedal.
Once the vehicle is in motion, the automat-
ic central locking system engages and the
locking knobs drop down.
Warning! G
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
key from the starter switch, take the Smart-
Key with KEYLESS-GO* (if so equipped) with
you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil-
dren unattended in the vehicle, or with ac-
cess to an unlocked vehicle. Children could
release the parking brake, which could re-
sult in an accident or serious injury.
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Wait for the gear selection process to
complete before setting the vehicle in
motion.
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You can open a locked door from the
inside. Open door only when conditions
are safe to do so.
!
If you hear a warning signal when driv-
ing off, you have forgotten to release
the parking brake.
Release the parking brake.