2008 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 92

Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey. The turn signal lamps flash three times and an acoustic warning sounds three times to indicate that the alarm system is armed. Alarm system indicator lamp 1 starts flashing. Disarming the alarm system Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey. The turn signal lamps flash once and an acoustic warning sounds once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed. Alarm system indicator lamp 1 goes out. Tow-away alarm Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle. i The tow-away protection alarm is triggered, for example, if the vehicle is lifted on one side. If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid* system ( page 262), provided Tele Aid* service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS coverage are available ( page 262). i If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times and no acoustic warning sounds three times, a door or the trunk lid may not be properly closed. Close the respective element and lock the vehicle again. i The alarm system will rearm automatically again after approximately 40 seconds if no door was opened. Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm: Press the Œ or ‹ button on the SmartKey. or Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. 91