2004 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 46

Getting started Driving Repeat the starting procedure ( page 43). Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the battery. Get a jump start ( page 369). If the engine does not start after several starting attempts, there could be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Parking brake Warning! G When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock your 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 and/or serious injury. Release the parking brake by pulling handle 2. 1 Parking brake pedal 2 Parking brake release handle The indicator lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out. 45