Mercedes-Benz 2004 C 320 Sport - Manual (Page 79)

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Safety and Security
Anti-theft systems
Disarming the alarm system
The alarm system is disarmed when you
unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey. The
turn signal lamps flash once to indicate
that the alarm system is deactivated.
Canceling the alarm
To cancel the alarm:
̈ Insert the SmartKey in the starter
switch.
or
̈ Press the Œ or ‹ button on the
SmartKey.
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, one of the following
elements may not be properly closed:
ț a door
ț the trunk lid
Close the respective element and lock
the vehicle again.
i
The alarm system will rearm automati-
cally after approximately 40 seconds if
no door or the trunk lid was opened.
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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
20 seconds, an emergency call is
initiated automatically by the Tele Aid
system* (
୴ page 223) provided
Tele Aid service was subscribed to and
properly activated, and that necessary
cellular service and GPS coverage are
available.