2011 MERCEDES-BENZ SLS alarm

Vehicle equipment
i This Operator’s Manual describes all
features, standard or optional, potentially
available for your vehicle at the time of
purchase. Please be aware that your
vehicle might not be equipped with all
features described in this manual.
Locking and unlocking
Notes
GObserve Safety notes, see page 57.
When unlocking or locking the vehicle with
the SmartKey an acoustic signal sounds. You
can switch the acoustic signal on and off via
the control system ( Y page 286).
When unlocking the vehicle, all turn signal
lamps flash once. An acoustic signal sounds
once, and the locking knobs in the doors
move up.
The outside door handles move out.
The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.
When locking the vehicle, all turn signal lamps
flash three times. An acoustic signal sounds
three times, and the locking knobs in the
doors move down.
The outside door handles retract.
The anti-theft alarm system is armed.
All doors and the trunk must be closed.
If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with
the SmartKey, the battery in the SmartKey is
discharged, the SmartKey is malfunctioning,
or the vehicle battery is drained.
XCheck the battery in the SmartKey
( Y page 237) and replace them if
necessary.XUse the mechanical key to unlock the
driver’s door ( Y page 398) and the trunk
( Y page 398).XUse the mechanical key to lock the vehicle
( Y page 398).XHave the vehicle battery and the vehicle
battery connections checked at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact
Roadside Assistance or an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
SmartKey
Your vehicle comes supplied with two
SmartKeys, each with remote control and a
removable mechanical key.
The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks
R the doors
R the trunk lid
R the fuel filler flap
: &Lock button; FUnlock button for trunk lid= %Unlock button
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USA only:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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The product label with FCC ID and IC
certification number can be found in the
battery case.
i Canada only:
This device complies with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The product label with FCC ID and IC
certification number can be found in the
battery case.
Factory setting XGlobal unlocking: Press button %.
Unless you open a door or the trunk within
approximately 40 seconds after unlocking
the vehicle:
R The vehicle will be locked again.
R The anti-theft alarm system will be
rearmed.
XGlobal locking: Press button &.
Selective setting
If you frequently travel alone, you may wish
to reprogramm the SmartKey. Pressing
button % will then only unlock the driver’s
door and the fuel filler flap.
XSwitching on/off: Press and hold buttons
% and & simultaneously for
approximately 6 seconds until the battery
check lamp ( Y page 237) flashes twice.
The SmartKey will then function as follows:
XUnlocking driver’s door and fuel filler
flap: Press button % once.XGlobal unlocking: Press button %
twice.XGlobal locking: Press button &.
Checking SmartKey battery
XPress button & or % on the
SmartKey.
Battery check lamp : comes on briefly to
indicate that the SmartKey battery is in
order.
If the battery check lamp does not come on
briefly during check, the SmartKey battery is
discharged.
XReplace the battery ( Y page 399).
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You can obtain the required battery at any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
i If the battery is checked within signal
range of the vehicle, pressing button
& or % will lock or unlock the vehicle
accordingly.
Loss of the SmartKey
If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key,
you should do the following:
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XBriefly press emergency release
button :.
The trunk lid unlocks and opens slightly.
XPush up the trunk lid to fully open.
The emergency release button unlocks the
trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in
motion.
Illumination of the emergency release button:
RThe button flashes for 30 minutes after
opening the trunk.
RThe button flashes for 60 minutes after
closing the trunk.
The emergency release button does not
unlock the trunk, if the vehicle battery is
discharged or disconnected.
If the vehicle has previously been locked
centrally with the SmartKey, opening the
trunk from the inside using the emergency
release button will trigger the anti-theft alarm
system.
To cancel the alarm, see (Y page 67).
Valet locking
You can lock the trunk separately with the
mechanical key. This denies unauthorized
access to the trunk, e.g. when you valet park
the vehicle.
XLeave only the SmartKey less its
mechanical key with the vehicle.
XValet locking: Close the trunk
(Y page 240).
XRemove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (Y page 397).
XOpen the rear storage compartment in the
center console (Y page 304).
XInsert the mechanical key into trunk lid
lock :.
XTurn the mechanical key clockwise as far
as it will go.
XIn this position, pull out the mechanical
key.
XCheck whether the trunk is locked.
The trunk remains locked even when the
vehicle is centrally unlocked.
You can then only open the trunk with the
mechanical key.
XCanceling: Insert the mechanical into
trunk lid lock :.
XTurn the mechanical key counterclockwise
as far as it will go.
XIn this position, pull out the mechanical
key.
You can now open the trunk.
Starter switch positions
KEYLESS-GO
GObserve Safety notes, see page 57.
You can start the engine and turn it off again
using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.
The KEYLESS-GO start/stop button is located
in the center console. The KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button is illuminated when the
vehicle is unlocked.
The SmartKey must be located in the vehicle.
It will, however, not be detected in the trunk.
Pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button
without depressing the brake pedal
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If the engine is off and the cigarette lighter is
being used extensively, the vehicle battery
may become discharged.
XSwitch on the ignition.XOpening: Tap on center of cover :.
The cover opens automatically.
XPush in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ; will pop out
automatically when hot.
XTake out cigarette lighter ;.XReinsert cigarette lighter ; in its socket
after use.
Power outlet
The power outlets can be used to
accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories
(e.g. auxiliary lamps, mobile phone chargers)
up to a maximum of 15 A (180 W).
If the engine is off and the power outlets are
being used extensively, the vehicle battery
may become discharged.
XSwitch on the ignition.
Power outlet in glove box
XOpen the glove box (Y page 304).:Power outlet
Power outlet in center console
Depending on vehicle equipment, your
vehicle may equipped with a cigarette lighter
instead of a power outlet.
XOpening: Tap on center of cover :.
The cover opens automatically.
XFlip up cover ; and insert electrical plug
(cigarette lighter type).
mbrace
In Canada, the system is referred to as Tele
Aid (Telematic Alarm Identification on
Demand).
! In order to activate the mbrace system, a
subscriber agreement must be completed.
To ensure your system is activated and
operational, please press Information
button ï to perform the acquaintance
call. Failure to complete either of these
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Route Assistance
This service is only available as part of the
PLUS package.
With the Route Assistance service you get
professional, reliable guidance from an
mbrace Customer Specialist without leaving
your vehicle.
Using your current location and intended
destination, a Customer Specialist can find
the best route and provide turn-by-turn
directions, giving you the reassurance of live
assistance in times of need. Route Assistance
is available at the touch of a button, even if
your vehicle is not equipped with a COMAND
navigation system.
Search & Send
“Search & Send” is a navigation destination
address entry service. For more information
on “Search & Send”, see ( Y page 125).
Remote door lock
If you have forgotten to lock your vehicle and
are no longer near it, you can have it locked
remotely through the Response Center.
The vehicle can be remotely locked within
four days after the ignition has been switched
off.
XContact Response Center at
866-990-9007 (USA only) or
1-888-923-8367 (Canada only).
You will be asked to provide your Personal
Identification Number (PIN).
When you are inside your vehicle the next
time and switch on the ignition, the message
Tele Aid Doors Locked Remotely will
appear on the multifunction display.
i The remote door lock feature is available
if the relevant cellular phone network is
available and data connection is possible.
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services
In the event your vehicle was stolen:
XReport the incident to the police.
The police will issue a numbered incident
report.XPass this number on to the Response
Center along with your Personal
Identification Number (PIN).
The Response Center will then attempt to
covertly contact the vehicle’s mbrace
system. Once the vehicle is located, the
Response Center will contact the local law
enforcement and you. The vehicle’s
location will only be provided to law
enforcement.
i If the anti-theft alarm stays on for more
than 30 seconds, the mbrace system will
notify the Response Center automatically.
Garage door opener
The integrated remote control can operate up
to three separately controlled devices
compatible with HomeLink ®
or some other
systems.
GWarning!
Before programming the integrated remote
control to a garage door opener or gate
operator, make sure people and objects are
out of the way of the device to prevent
potential harm or damage. When
programming a garage door opener, the door
moves up or down. When programming a gate
operator, the gate opens or closes.
Do not use the integrated remote control with
any garage door opener that lacks safety stop
and reverse features as required by U.S.
federal safety standards (this includes any
garage door opener model manufactured
before April 1, 1982). A garage door that
cannot detect an object - signaling the door
to stop and reverse - does not meet current
U.S. federal safety standards.
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GWarning!
If the 4 5 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical
adult or someone larger than a small individual on the passenger seat, do not have any passenger
use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and M Solutions4 5
The passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp
does not illuminate
and/or does not
remain illuminated with
the weight of a typical
12-month-old child in a
standard child restraint
or less on the
passenger seat.The system is malfunctioning.XMake sure there is nothing between seat cushion and child seat
and check installation of the child seat.XMake sure no objects applying supplemental weight onto the
seat are present.XIf the passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out,
have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the
passenger seat until the system has been repaired.XRead and observe messages in the multifunction display and
follow corrective steps ( Y page 364).GWarning!
If the 4 5 indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of a typical
12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or less on the passenger seat, do not transport
a child on the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Unlocking/locking manually
Mechanical key
If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with
the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
The anti-theft alarm system will be triggered
when you
R unlock the driver’s door with the
mechanical key
and
R open the driver’s door
To cancel the alarm, see “Canceling the
alarm” ( Y page 67).
Removing the mechanical key XMove locking tab : in the direction of the
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Unlocking/locking the vehicle
If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle
centrally with the SmartKey, use the
mechanical key.
The anti-theft alarm system will be triggered
when you
Runlock the driver’s door with the
mechanical key
and
Ropen the driver’s door
To cancel the alarm, see “Canceling the
alarm” (Y page 67).
XRemove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (Y page 397).
XUnlocking: Insert the mechanical key into
the driver’s door lock.
XTurn the mechanical key counterclockwise
to position 3.
The locking knob on the driver’s door
moves up. The driver’s door is unlocked.
XTurn the mechanical key back and remove
it from the driver’s door lock.
XOpening door: Press and hold release
button :.
The outside door handle moves out slightly.
XPull the outside door handle out as far as it
will go.
XLift the door using the outside door handle
and swing it up as far as it will go.
! The doors swing up when opened. Make
sure there is sufficient space above the
vehicle.
XLocking: Open the driver’s door.XClose the passenger door and the trunk.XPress down the locking knob of the
passenger door.
XExit the vehicle and close the driver’s door.XInsert the mechanical key into the driver’s
door lock.
XTurn the mechanical key clockwise to
position 2.
The vehicle is locked.
XTurn the mechanical key back and remove
it from the driver’s door lock.
XCheck whether the doors are locked.
iWhen you lock the vehicle with the
mechanical key, the outside door handle
remains in extended position.
This procedure does not arm the anti-theft
alarm system, nor does it lock the fuel filler
flap.
Unlocking/locking the trunk
If you cannot lock or unlock the trunk with the
SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
XRemove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (Y page 397).
XOpen the rear storage compartment in the
center console (Y page 304).
XInsert the mechanical key into trunk lid
lock :.
XLocking: Turn the mechanical key
clockwise as far as it will go.
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