Mercedes-Benz 2005 E-Class Automobile User Manual


 
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Getting started
Driving
The engine begins to preglow and will
start automatically.
If the engine is at operating temperature,
the preglow indicator lamp q may not
stay on and you can start the engine with-
out preglowing:
̈ Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button 1 until the engine is running.
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 detec-
tion of the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO.
Or:
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
(
page 46). Remember that extended
starting attempts can drain the battery.
̈ Get a jump start (page 436).
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
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