What does anti-theft protection mercedes?
The Anti-Theft Protection package combines a number of security features that improve protection for both your vehicle and any valuables in the interior. It gives both an audible and visual warning when it detects a break-in, attempted theft and unwanted towing away.
Is there an alarm system on the Mercedes B250?
No alarm system is available for the 2015 B250. Unless you consider $200 door stickers to be an alarm system? Not sure what MB was thinking. I did some research for this message error and found this. It has nothing to do with the anti theft system in the car.
How does anti theft system work on Mercedes Benz?
It has nothing to do with the anti theft system in the car. When a COMAND unit is installed into a vehicle (whether during production or as a replacement) it is equipped with a PIN. This PIN will be associated to the VIN and relies on the communication network within the vehicle for validation.
Is there anti theft protection on 2015 Mercedes Benz B250?
Ironic since there is no Anti-Theft Protection available for the 2015 B250. When I bought my car (Star Motors Ottawa) I asked the clueless MB sales guy about an alarm system. He said yeah, yeah no problem there’s a fee of $215 for this, which I paid.
Where do I find anti theft protection activated?
On the way to the cottage the Audio 20 screen displayed the message: Anti-Theft Protection Activated – Please visit your nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer. This message appeared on both the smaller dash display and the larger Audio 20 display. I could not access phone, radio, media, system or anything else.
How does Mercedes Benz immobilizer anti theft bypass work?
Mercedes-Benz IMMOBILIZER anti-theft bypass HOW IT WORKS: There is a small chip in the ignition key called a transponder. When the key is inserted into the ignition switch it sends a code to the vehicles computer through a receiver coil mounted to the barrel.
Why does my car anti theft system not work?
Check the key. The key itself could be the culprit for the anti theft system car wont start. The keys have a built-in chip that sends a code to the alarm system when you insert it into the ignition. That chip won’t work in case of a broken or damaged key.
When does anti theft system lock the steering wheel?
Sometimes, the anti-theft system locks the steering wheel and does not let the key turn inside the slot. This annoying problem is mostly exclusive to Hondas. It mainly happens when you move the steering wheel after turning off the car. It locks the wheel in that position and does not let you move it next time you try to switch on the car.
When to turn off the anti theft system?
When you are inside the car. Apply this trick when you have access to the car’s interior and the ‘Theft System’ light on the dashboard is ON. Insert the key in the ignition slot and turn it to the right only slightly. Keep it in that position for 10 minutes or a little more. It is likely to turn off the light and start the car.