Every day, there’s a new story about a car being stolen while the owner was away from it. In many cases, the owner had left the car running while they ran into a store or ran an errand. And in too many cases, the owner of the car never recovered the vehicle.
One of the best ways to protect your car from being stolen is to lock it properly, even if you leave it for a few minutes. Here are some tips on how to lock your Mercedes while it’s running:
Steering Lock
It’s common knowledge that you’re not supposed to turn off your engine while your car is still in motion. However, what do you do if you need to stop your vehicle while it’s still running? In this case, you’ll need to use your steering lock.
First, you’ll need to find your steering lock. It’s usually located on the left side of the steering column, near the ignition. Once you’ve seen it, insert your key into the lock and turn it to the left. This will disengage the steering wheel, allowing you to turn it freely.
Next, gently turn the steering wheel to the left until the front wheels point straight ahead. Now, turn off your engine by turning the key to the right. Once the engine is off, you can release the steering lock by turning it to the right.
Now, your car is safe to stop and park. Remember that you should only use your steering lock when necessary, as it can damage your car’s steering system if used excessively.
Door Lock
Locking your Mercedes doors while the engine runs is a good idea. This is the easy-to-go option for you.
- Make sure that all of the doors are closed.
- Locate the lock button on the driver’s door.
- Press and hold the lock button for six seconds.
- The doors will lock, and the indicator light on the lock button will illuminate.
- To unlock the doors, press the lock button for six seconds.
Remote Control Lock
Imagine that you could remotely lock your Mercedes while it’s running. That would be handy. Here’s how to do it:
- Get a Mercedes Keyless Go Comfort Access System.
- Install it in your car following the instructions in the owner’s manual.
- When you’re ready to lock your car, press the lock button on the Keyless Go Comfort Access system.
- The doors will lock, and the alarm will sound.
- To unlock the car, press the unlock button on the system.
Although it’s the easiest way to lock your car, we don’t recommend this. Installing any external system in your vehicle will cost your warranty.
Key Fob Lock
Another way to lock your Mercedes while running is using a fob lock. Here’s what you do:
- Insert the paperclip into the hole on the side of the key fob.
- Press and hold the button on the key fob.
- While holding the button, insert the key fob into the ignition.
- Turn the key to the “on” position.
- Release the button on the key fob.
That’s it! Your car is now locked, and you can go about your day.
Gear Shift Lock
When you’re ready to leave your Mercedes-Benz, you can use the gear shift to lock it. This will keep the engine running and prevent the car from being driven away.
First, find the gear shift lever. It is usually located on the side of the steering column. Next, locate the locking tab on the gear shift lever. The tab is generally located on the top of the lever.
Now, press down on the locking tab while you shift the gear shift lever into the “lock” position. When you hear a click, you will know the lever is in the correct position. Once the lever is locked, your car cannot shift gears.
Press the release tab on the gear shift lever if you need to shift gears while the car is still running. This will allow you to shift gears without pressing the locking tab.
It’s important to note that you should only use the gear shift to lock the car while it’s running if you’re having problems with the car shifting gears.
Why Should You Lock the Car While Running?
It’s a simple question with a complicated answer. However, there are many reasons you should lock your car while running, and we’ll go through a few of them here.
The most obvious reason is to prevent theft. If your car is unlocked and someone decides to hop in and drive off, there’s not much you can do about it. But if your vehicle is locked, they’ll have to break a window to get in, which will usually deter thieves.
Another reason to lock your car is to protect your belongings. If you leave your car unlocked and someone rummages through it, they could easily take your valuables. But if you lock your vehicle, they’ll have to break a window to get in, which will usually deter thieves.
Lastly, locking your car can protect you and your passengers from being attacked. For example, if you’re in a parking lot and someone approaches your vehicle, they could try to carjack you or break into the car to rob you. But if your vehicle is locked, they’ll have a much harder time getting in, and you’ll be less likely to be a victim of crime.
So, there are a lot of good reasons to lock your car while it’s running. Don’t take chances with your safety or belongings—lock your vehicle!
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Concluding Remarks
It’s always a good idea to lock your Mercedes while running to be safe. The best way to do this may vary depending on the model of your car. But in general, you can either use the key fob to lock the doors or the physical key to lock the driver’s door. Whichever method you choose, be sure to take your keys with you when you leave the car.
