2004 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 85

Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Canceling the alarm With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. or Press the Œ or ‹ button on the SmartKey. The alarm is canceled. With KEYLESS-GO* Grasp the outside door handle. or Press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button. The alarm is canceled. Tow-away alarm Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle. Arming the tow-away alarm When you lock your vehicle, the tow-away alarm is automatically armed after about 30 seconds. When you unlock your vehicle, the tow-away protection disarms automatically. Disarming the tow-away alarm 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 button is located on the overhead control panel. i The tow-away protection alarm is triggered, for example, if the vehicle is lifted on one side. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system* ( page 250), provided that the Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS coverage are available. 85