Mercedes-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 
preglow indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
•► When 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 ...
See also:
To Set A Desired Speed
Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle
has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button
and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will
operate at the selected s ...
Safety warnings
You will find a number of WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs in this manual. These
safety warnings alert you to potential hazards that could result in injury to you
or others.
Please read these safety ...
Automatic transaxle
Automatic transaxle operation
The highly efficient automatic transaxle has 5 forward speeds and one reverse
speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position
of ...
