2002 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 249

Instruments and controls Parking brake Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 246 To engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal. When the electronic key is in starter switch position 2, the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should come on brightly. To release the parking brake, pull handle on instrument panel. The brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out. A warning sounds and the parking brake warning message (see page 314) appears in the multifunction display, if you start to drive without having released the parking brake. Also see brake warning lamp on page 304. Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could release the parking brake, which could result in an accident or serious injury. Parking brake P42.20-2001-27