2004 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 88
2004 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Arming 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 tow-away alarm To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm, switch off the tow-away alarm feature before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train. The switch is located on the center console between the driver's seat and the passenger seat. 1 Tow-away alarm off switch 2 Indicator lamp Switch off ignition and remove the SmartKey. Exit and lock your vehicle with the SmartKey or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) the lock button at each door handle. The tow-away alarm remains disarmed until you lock your vehicle again. Canceling tow-away alarm To cancel the alarm: With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. or Press the Œ or ‹ button on the SmartKey. With KEYLESS-GO* Grasp the outside door handle. or Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. i You cannot disarm the tow-away alarm if the ignition is switched on. Press switch 1. The indicator lamp 2 in the switch comes on briefly. 87
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