2003 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 52

Getting started Parking and locking i The key can only be removed from the steering lock with the gear selector lever in position P. With the key removed and the driver's door open, a warning sounds if the vehicles exterior lamps are not switched off. Press the seat belt release button ( page 40). Move the steering wheel slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage. After exiting the vehicle press the lock button ‹ on the remote control ( page 32). The turn signals lamps blink three times and the locking knobs on the doors move down. Warning! G To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors. Be especially careful when small children are around. Before closing doors, ensure that there is no possibility of someone getting caught in a door during closing. More information on parking and locking can be found in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 84). 52