Deactivate Anti-Tow System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 and 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK230. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Turn ignition off. Anti-tow/anti-theft status indicator LED located in instrument panel will come on for 2 seconds. Press anti-tow/anti-theft system status switch. Lock vehicle. Lift vehicle using jack until wheel is off ground. Theft alarm horn should not sound. If theft alarm horn sounds, perform TEST 13: ANTI-TOW SWITCH under SYSTEM TESTS. Lock vehicle and wait 15 seconds. Lift vehicle using jack until wheel is off ground. Ensure theft alarm horn sounds and lights flash. Deactivate anti-theft system.