2002 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 26

Obtaining replacement keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Start lock-out Important! Removing the key from the steering lock activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started. Turning the key in the steering lock to position 2 deactivates the start lock-out. Note: In case the engine cannot be started, and Á and î are shown in the odometer display field, the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). General notes on the central locking system If the key in the steering lock is in position 2, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control. If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked: • Check the batteries of the remote control, see page 236. • Synchronize the remote control, see page 237. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 23 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index