Activate Anti-Theft System Using Hood
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.
Open driver's door window. Lock passenger door with key. After about 15 seconds, release hood through left door open window. Open hood. Ensure theft alarm horn sounds and lights flash. Deactivate anti-theft system. If theft alarm horn does not sound and lights do not flash, perform TEST 5: ENGINE HOOD SWITCH under SYSTEM TESTS.