Mercedes-Benz GLC : Anti-theft protection / Function of the immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from being
started without the correct SmartKey.
The immobilizer is automatically activated when
the ignition is switched off and deactivated when
the ignition is switched on.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the Smart‐
Key with you and lock the vehicle. Anyone can
start the engine if a valid SmartKey has been left
inside the vehicle.
In the event the engine cannot be started
(yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the
system is not operational. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Function of the ATA system
If the ATA system is armed, a visual and audible
alarm is triggered in the following situations:
When a door is opened
When the tailgate is opened
When the hood is opened
When the interior motion sensor is triggered
When the tow-away alarm is triggered
The ATA system is armed automatically after
approximately ten seconds in the following situations:
After locking the vehicle with the SmartKey
After locking the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO
Indicator lamp flashes when the
ATA system
is armed...
Other information:
HOLD function
The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a standstill
without requiring you to depress the brake
pedal, e.g. while waiting in traffic.
The HOLD function is only an aid. The responsibility
for the vehicle safely standing still remains
with the driver...
WARNING Risk of accident if the rear
bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest
are not engaged
The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest
may fold forwards, even when you are
driving.
As a result, the vehicle occupant will be
pushed into the seat belt with increased
force...