2005 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 36
2005 Mercedes E-Class Manual
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Getting started Unlocking SmartKey mains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to "Lamps in instrument cluster" ( page 356). 3 Starting position ! If the SmartKey can still not be turned, the battery may not be sufficiently charged. Check the battery and charge it if necessary ( page 435). Get a jump start ( page 436). To prevent accelerated battery discharge or a completely discharged battery, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation. For information on starting the engine using the SmartKey, see "Starting with the SmartKey" ( page 46). i When you switch on the ignition, the indicator and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. This indicates that the respective systems are operational. The indicator and warning lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps if activated) should go out when the engine is running. Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supply to some electrical consumers, such as seat adjustment 2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical consumers) and driving position. All lamps (except low beam headlamp indicator lamp, high beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster re- i The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P. 34