2002 Mercedes C-Class Owner's Manual - Page 50

Tow-away alarm The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic key. 2 If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 234. To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train. The switch is located in the center console. 1 Press to switch off tow-away alarm 2 Indicator lamp Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle. To do so, turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 0, or remove electronic key from starter switch. Press tow-away alarm switch (1). The indicator lamp (2) illuminates briefly. Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the electronic key. The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the electronic key, at which time it is automatically reactivated. Tow-away alarm Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 47 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index