2001 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 239

Instruments and controls Starter switch Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 230 key or with the electronic key in starter switch position 0, the selector lever is locked in position "P". 1 Gear selector lever is unlocked. Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information see respective subjects. 2 Driving position. 3 Starting position. See page 232 for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. Warning! Starter switch 0 The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position only. The steering is locked when the electronic key is removed from the starter switch. If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage. In vehicles with automatic transmission, the electronic key can be removed only with the selector lever in position "P". After removing the electronic When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.