Mercedes-Benz 2003 M-Class Automobile User Manual


 
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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 Unlocking steering. Power supplies to
some electrical consumers, such as
seat adjustment
2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical
consumers) and driving position (selec-
tor lever is unlocked)
3 Starting position
More information can be found in the
“Controls in detail” section (
page 84).
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.
!
To prevent accelerated battery dis-
charge and a possible dead battery, al-
ways remove the key from the steering
lock.
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The key can only be withdrawn in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.
A warning sounds when the driver’s
door is opened and the key is in steer-
ing lock position 0 or 1.