2000 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 231

Instruments and controls Parking system Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 228 Parktronic switch The obstacle may not be recognized if outside the shaded sensor field, and no longer be indicated when approaching it any closer (warning indicators go out). Parktronic malfunction All red segments of the warning indicators light up, and a warning sounds for 3 seconds, if Parktronic does not function properly. A dirty sensor could be the reason. See page 303 for instructions on cleaning the sensors in the bumpers. After cleaning the sensors, turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2. If the defect continues to be displayed, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 3 The switch is located on the center console. 1 Parktronic switched off 2 Parktronic switched on 3 Indicator lamp - comes on when Parktronic is switched off The parktronic system is switched on again when turning the electronic key in steering lock position 2.