2007 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 54
2007 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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Getting started Driving Starting with KEYLESS-GO* You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button on the gear selector lever. Depress the brake pedal during the starting procedure. Do not depress accelerator. Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. The engine starts if the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is in the vehicle. For information on turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO, see "Turning off with KEYLESS-GO*" ( page 62). Starting difficulties If the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps: KEYLESS-GO start/stop button If you are starting the engine with KEYLESS-GO*: Close any doors that may be open to allow for better detection of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO. Or: Start the engine with the SmartKey as radio signals from another source may be interfering with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*. Repeat the starting procedure ( page 52). Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the battery. Get a jump start ( page 419). 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. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 USA only 2 Canada only Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P. If you are starting the engine with the SmartKey: Turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 0 and repeat starting procedure. 53