Mercedes-Benz 2008 SLK 280 Automobile User Manual


 
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Safety and Security
Anti-theft systems
̈ Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey.
The turn signal lamps flash three times
and an acoustic warning sounds three
times to indicate that the alarm system
is armed.
Alarm system indicator lamp 1 starts
flashing.
Disarming the alarm system
̈ Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey.
The turn signal lamps flash once and
an acoustic warning sounds once to
indicate that the alarm system is
disarmed.
Alarm system indicator lamp 1 goes
out.
Canceling the alarm
To cancel the alarm:
̈ Press the Œ or button on the
SmartKey.
or
̈ Insert the SmartKey in the starter
switch.
Tow-away alarm
Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual
and audible alarm will be triggered when
someone attempts to raise the vehicle.
i
If the turn signal lamps do not flash three
times and no acoustic warning sounds three
times, a door or the trunk lid may not be properly
closed.
Close the respective element and lock the
vehicle again.
i
The alarm system will rearm automatically
again after approximately 40 seconds if no door
was opened.
i
The tow-away protection alarm is triggered,
for example, if the vehicle is lifted on one side.
If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds,
a call to the Response Center is initiated auto-
matically by the Tele Aid* system (
page 262),
provided Tele Aid* service was subscribed to
and properly activated, and that necessary cellu-
lar service and GPS coverage are available
(
page 262).