2002 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 238

Starting and turning off the engine Before starting Ensure that parking brake is engaged and that selector lever is in position "P" or "N". Important! In areas where temperatures frequently drop below -4°F (-20°C) we recommend that an engine block heater be installed. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will advise you on this subject, see page 255. Starting with the electronic key Do not depress accelerator. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 2. Briefly turn electronic key in starter switch clockwise to the stop and release. The starter will engage until the engine is running. If engine will not run, and the starting procedure stops, turn electronic key completely to the left and repeat starting the engine. After several unsuccessful attempts, have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Important! Due to the installed starter non-repeat feature, the electronic key must be turned completely to the left before attempting to start the engine again. Note: Too many unsuccessful starting attempts may discharge the battery. Turning off with the electronic key Put the selector lever in position "P" and turn the electronic key in the starter switch to position 0 to stop the engine. The electronic key can only be removed with the selector lever in position "P". Starting and turning off the engine Instruments and controls Operation Driving 235 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index