Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 39)

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Getting started
Unlocking
For information on starting the engine, see
(
୴ page 51).
i When you switch on ignition, the indicator
and warning lamps (except high beam headlamp
indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps
unless activated) in the instrument cluster come
on. The indicator and warning lamps (except high
beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal
indicator lamps if activated) will go out when the
engine is running. This indicates that the respec-
tive systems are operational.
i Vehicles with automatic transmission*: The
SmartKey can only be removed from the starter
switch with the gear selector lever in position P.
i
If the SmartKey is left in starter switch
position 0 for an extended period of time, it can
no longer be turned in the starter switch. In this
case the steering is locked. To unlock, remove
SmartKey from the starter switch and reinsert.
! If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the
starter switch, the vehicle battery may not be
sufficiently charged.
ț Check the vehicle battery and charge it if
necessary (
୴ page 422).
ț Get a jump start ( ୴ page 426).
To prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge
or a completely discharged vehicle battery,
always remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch when the engine is not in operation.