Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Starting procedure with the SmartKey - Starting the engine - Driving - Driving and parking - Mercedes-Benz E-Class Owners ManualMercedes-Benz E-Class: Starting procedure with the SmartKey

To start the engine using the SmartKey instead of KEYLESS-GO, pull the Start/ Stop button out of the ignition lock.

•►  To start a gasoline engine: turn the SmartKey to position 3 in the ignition lock and release it as soon as the engine is running.

•► To start a diesel engine: turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

The instrument cluster lights up. preglow indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.

•► When the goes out, turn the SmartKey to position 3 and release it as soon as the preglow indicator lamp goes out, turn the SmartKey to position 3 and release it as soon as the engine is running.

You can start the engine without preglow if the engine is warm.

    Automatic transmission
    •► Shift the transmission to position P. The transmission position display in the multifunction display shows P. You can also start the engine when the transmission is in position N. ...

    Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine
    WARNING As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle, the vehicle can be started. Therefore, never leave children unattended in the vehicle, as they could otherwise accidentally start the eng ...

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