2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 55

Getting started Driving Diesel engine: Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P. The transmission position indicator in the multifunction display should be on P. Do not depress the accelerator. Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 ( page 40). Preglow indicator lamp q in the instrument cluster comes on. As soon as preglow indicator lamp q goes out, turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 ( page 40) and release it. The engine starts automatically. Starting with KEYLESS-GO* Warning! G As long as the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is in your vehicle, the vehicle can be started. Therefore, never leave children unattended in the vehicle, as they could otherwise accidentally start the engine. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only Make sure the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button is inserted in the starter switch ( page 41). i If the engine is at operating temperature, You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in the starter switch. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle. preglow indicator lamp q may not stay on and you can start the engine without preglowing. i If you wish to start the engine using the SmartKey instead of the KEYLESS-GO feature, remove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button from the starter switch ( page 41). For information on turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO, see "Turning off with KEYLESS-GO*" ( page 66). 54