change key battery MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class 2015 W222 Owner's Manual
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X
To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner
surface of the door handle.
X To lock the vehicle: touch sensor sur-
face :or;.
Make sure that you do not touch the inner
surface of the door handle.
X Convenience closing feature: touch
recessed sensor surface ;for an exten-
ded period.
Further information on the convenience
closing feature (Y page 108).
X To unlock the trunk lid: pull the handle on
the trunk lid.
Deactivating If you do not intend to use the vehicle for a
longer period of time, you can deactivate KEY- LESS-GO. The SmartKey will then use very lit-
tle power, thereby conserving battery power.
For the purposes of activation/deactivation,
the vehicle must not be nearby.
X To deactivate: press the&button on
the SmartKey twice in rapid succession.
The battery check lamp of the SmartKey
lights up twice briefly and KEYLESS-GO is
deactivated.
X To activate: press any button on the
SmartKey or insert the SmartKey into the
ignition lock.
KEYLESS-GO and all of its associated fea-
tures are available again. KEYLESS-GO start function
Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a
SmartKey in the vehicle. Changing the settings of the locking
system
You can change the settings of the locking
system. This means that only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked when the
vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you fre-
quently travel on your own.
X To change the setting: press and hold
down the %and& buttons simulta-
neously for approximately six seconds until
the battery check lamp flashes twice
(Y page 94).
i If the setting of the locking system is
changed within the signal range of the vehi- cle, pressing the &or% button:
R locks or
R unlocks the vehicle
The SmartKey now functions as follows:
X To unlock the driver's door: press the
% button once.
X To unlock centrally: press the%but-
ton twice.
X To lock centrally: press the&button.
The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol-
lows:
X To unlock the driver's door: touch the
inner surface of the door handle on the
driver's door.
X To unlock centrally: touch the inner sur-
face of the door handle on the front-
passenger door or the rear door.
X To lock centrally: touch the outer sensor
surface on one of the door handles.
X To restore the factory settings: press
and hold down the %and& buttons
simultaneously for approximately six sec- 92
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Checking the battery
X
Press the &or% button.
The battery is working properly if battery
check lamp :lights up briefly.
The battery is discharged if battery check
lamp :does not light up briefly.
X Change the battery (Y page 94).
i If the SmartKey battery is checked within
the signal reception range of the vehicle,
pressing the &or% button:
R locks or
R unlocks the vehicle
i You can get a battery at any qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Replacing the battery You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery.
X Take the mechanical key out of the Smart-
Key (Y page 93). X
Press mechanical key ;into the opening
in the SmartKey in the direction of the
arrow until battery compartment cover :opens. Do not hold battery compartment
cover
:closed while doing so.
X Remove battery compartment cover :. X
Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your
palm until battery =falls out.
X Insert the new battery with the positive ter-
minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth
to do so.
X Make sure that the surface of the battery is
free of lint, grease and other contaminants.
X Insert the front tabs of battery compart-
ment cover :into the housing first and
then press to close it.
X Insert mechanical key ;into the Smart-
Key.
X Check the function of all SmartKey buttons
on the vehicle. 94
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Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions The engine cannot be
started using the
SmartKey. The on-board voltage is too low.
X Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
lighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
X Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary
(Y page 430).
or
X Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 432).
or
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The engine cannot be
started using the Start/
Stop button. The
SmartKey is in the vehi-
cle. The vehicle is locked.
X Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again. The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 94) and replace it if nec-
essary (Y page 94).
If this does not work:
X Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock. There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock. You have lost a Smart-
Key. X
Have the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X If necessary, have the locks changed as well. You have lost the
mechanical key. X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X If necessary, have the locks changed as well. 96
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Hybrid system
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions d
Vehicle Opera‐ Vehicle Opera‐
tional Switch the tional Switch the
Ignition Off Ignition Off
Before Exiting Before Exiting PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles only:
You are exiting the vehicle when it is in a ready-to-drive state. The
READY indicator in the multifunction display is on. A warning tone also sounds.
Please note the following: The electrical consumers are supplied
by the 12 V battery. If the vehicle is left in a ready-to-drive state foran extended period, it will switch off once the 12 V battery is
almost empty. It will then only be possible to start the vehicle using
a second battery (jump-starting).
If you leave the vehicle:
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 220).
X Switch off the ignition and remove the key.
If you do not leave the vehicle: X Switch off the electrical consumers, e.g. automatic climate con-
trol, seat heating. i
Change Change
the
thecurrent
current
drive program
drive program
before changing before changing
the operating the operating
mode. mode. orExit man‐
Exit man‐
ual drive program
ual drive program
M before changing M before changing
the the operating
operating mode.
mode. PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles only:
You have attempted to change the operating mode when in auto- matic drive program Sor manual drive program M.
X Select drive program Eor E+ (Ypage 285).
X Select the preferred operating mode HYBRID,E-MODE orE-
SAVE (Ypage 280). Only E-MODE Avail‐
Only E-MODE Avail‐
able able
Power
Power Limited
Limited
Refuel Immediately
Refuel Immediately PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles only:
The fuel tank has been run dry and the combustion engine has
been switched off.
A warning tone also sounds.
The vehicle will be powered by electrical energy only. Performance
is restricted and the vehicle may accelerate more slowly than nor-
mal.
X Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail.
In the "Total range and electric range" menu, you can display the
approximate range of the vehicle (Y page 284).340
Display messagesOn-board computer and displays
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SmartKey
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions Â
Key Does Not Key Does Not
Belong to Vehicle Belong to Vehicle You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock.
X Use the correct SmartKey. Â
Take Take
Your
YourKey
Keyfrom
from
Ignition
Ignition The SmartKey is in the ignition lock.
X Remove the SmartKey. Â
Obtain a New Key Obtain a New Key The SmartKey needs to be replaced.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Â
Replace Replace
Key
KeyBattery
Battery The SmartKey batteries are discharged.
X Change the batteries (Y page 94).Â
Don't Forget Your Don't Forget Your
Key Key The SmartKey is not in the ignition lock. You have opened the
driver's door with the engine switched off.
This display message is displayed for a maximum of 60 seconds
and is simply a reminder.
X Take the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. Â
Key Not Detected Key Not Detected
(white display mes-
sage) The SmartKey is currently undetected.
X Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle.
If the SmartKey still cannot be detected:
X Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and turn it to the
desired position. Â
Key Not Detected Key Not Detected
(red display message) The SmartKey is not in the vehicle.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle
centrally or start the engine.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 220).
X Locate the SmartKey.
X Press aon the steering wheel to confirm the display mes-
sage. 354
Display messagesOn-board computer and displays