Lock/Unlock beep/alarm...

exclusiveCT · 05-15-2008

Hello everyone,

Just got my SLK 55 and I have a question and I hope someone can help me.

When I lock and unlock the doors the car doesn't beep or indicate that the doors are locking, all it does is flashes the lights... I was wondering if this is standard on all SLK's or is it something that you can turn it on and off?
I have every single option and packages that MB offers so I dont know what the problem is.

If someone can guide me on how to enable the beeping when I lock the doors i would really appreciate it.

Thanks!

Eri

*DansSlk* · 05-15-2008

This is switched off for 99% of countries, MB can use the diagnostic computer to tell your alarm it is in the Netherlands and then it will beep for you.

exclusiveCT · 05-15-2008

One more thing, is there a way to make the seat move back or to its default position when you enter the car and when you insert the key on the ignition the seat moves to your memorized position? I saw there was some setting, easy entrance or convince... and I have that on "ON"...

*DansSlk* · 05-15-2008

That's disabled in software at the factory, sorry it can't be enabled.

exclusiveCT · 05-15-2008

Thanks for the qick respond DanaSlk! I assume they have disabled the best features! Is there anyway I can hack all these so I can make the seat ajust automatically and the beeping?

Tummy · 05-15-2008

You can add a SmarTop which has the lock/unlock beep function. Only the 2005 SLKs had the easy entry/exit feature.

*DansSlk* · 05-15-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by exclusiveCT

Thanks for the qick respond DanaSlk! I assume they have disabled the best features! Is there anyway I can hack all these so I can make the seat ajust automatically and the beeping?

haha, No you can't hack them.

The SmartTop beep and the alarm beep use different speakers so sound different, just ask your dealer they can do the beep for you.

**SLKCop** · 05-15-2008

Hey Dan, since we're on the topic, can the dealer enable my beep/chirp on the alarm for my 2002 SLK230 as well?

Thanks for any input!

Mike

mtiede · 05-15-2008

You have 3 seat memory position buttons on the outside of the seat bottom. Some people put their personal setting in Button 1, for instance, and put an "all the way back" position in Button 3. Then, when you are getting out, you can press Button 3. When you get in you can press Button 1.

This is another one of those features that they REMOVED and that pisses me off because I was looking forward to that feature as my wife and I often alternate and her settings don't allow me to get in and I only find that out when I try to swing in and my knees get caught on the dash.

My MY06 was when they removed that feature. Go figure...

**etyu** · 05-15-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by exclusiveCT

Hello everyone,

Just got my SLK 55 and I have a question and I hope someone can help me.

When I lock and unlock the doors the car doesn't beep or indicate that the doors are locking, all it does is flashes the lights... I was wondering if this is standard on all SLK's or is it something that you can turn it on and off?
I have every single option and packages that MB offers so I dont know what the problem is.

If someone can guide me on how to enable the beeping when I lock the doors i would really appreciate it.

Thanks!

Eri

What model year is your SLK 55? I have the 2008 model year (US spec) and it had the chirp and light feature on lock and unlock. Three gentle chirps/three flashes on lock. One gentle chirp/one flash on unlock. 2005 to 2007 model year probably doesn't have the chirp feature from the factory.

SmartTop module uses the car alarm to do the sound so it's a different sound and a tad louder.

**etyu** · 05-15-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by exclusiveCT

One more thing, is there a way to make the seat move back or to its default position when you enter the car and when you insert the key on the ignition the seat moves to your memorized position? I saw there was some setting, easy entrance or convince... and I have that on "ON"...

Later models 2006 and onwards only have the steering wheel move up and down as part of the easy entry/exit feature. The seats don't move anymore

**etyu** · 05-15-2008

MB also removed the right side rear view mirror tilt-on-reverse feature in US spec cars.

It is still present in Euro spec vehicles.

watsons · 05-15-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by etyu

MB also removed the right side rear view mirror tilt-on-reverse feature in US spec cars.

It is still present in Euro spec vehicles.

Any specific reason to remove this feature? I found it very useful when parking.

*DansSlk* · 05-15-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLKCop

Hey Dan, since we're on the topic, can the dealer enable my beep/chirp on the alarm for my 2002 SLK230 as well?

Thanks for any input!

Mike

I honestly don't know mate I'm sorry.

Technically i don't see why not but I've never tried it in practice.

Wimbledon_SLK · 05-16-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by exclusiveCT

Hello everyone,

Just got my SLK 55 and I have a question and I hope someone can help me.

When I lock and unlock the doors the car doesn't beep or indicate that the doors are locking, all it does is flashes the lights... I was wondering if this is standard on all SLK's or is it something that you can turn it on and off?
I have every single option and packages that MB offers so I dont know what the problem is.

If someone can guide me on how to enable the beeping when I lock the doors i would really appreciate it.

Thanks!

Eri

To have visual confirmation that the car is locked I activated the automatic folding of the side mirrors when the car is locked. This way I kill two birds with one stone, the mirrors are safer and I am sure the car is locked.

P

mtiede · 05-16-2008

I suspect in the US too many people couldn't figure out how to use the dipping right mirror. Sad commentary...

ryan.stephens · 05-16-2008

I think with the SmartTop module there is the option to have either the horn or alarm doing the chirps, but for the alarm you have to re-seat a fuse (all documented in the manual of course!)

**SLKDawg** · 05-27-2008

I had the dealer activate the "beeps" when locking and unlocking - they are very quiet, but enough to get an audible confirmation. Then I got the SmartTop and now it beeps three times and then chirps once when locking - sounds pretty cool!!

And we have easy entry on ours

exclusiveCT · 3 Weeks Ago

Wow! I would like to thank each and everyone of you who responded! I am very surprised how helpful you guys are! I am really sorry that I haven't been able to respond or to thank you guys for the comments you sent!

I think I have gotten used to not having the chirps/beep....
SmartTop sounds a little too complicated for me and since its a 2 year lease I dont want to put too much money on it.

I was thinking on purchasing the green filters and thats it

Again thank you all for the comments and I will talk to you soon.

Thanks,

Eri

**dltslk** · 3 Weeks Ago

Quote:

Originally Posted by etyu

What model year is your SLK 55? I have the 2008 model year (US spec) and it had the chirp and light feature on lock and unlock. Three gentle chirps/three flashes on lock. One gentle chirp/one flash on unlock. 2005 to 2007 model year probably doesn't have the chirp feature from the factory.

Late on this one, my '07 does the same chirping as yours Eddy.

05-15-2008	#1 (permalink)
exclusiveCT SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 7 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Lock/Unlock beep/alarm... Hello everyone, Just got my SLK 55 and I have a question and I hope someone can help me. When I lock and unlock the doors the car doesn't beep or indicate that the doors are locking, all it does is flashes the lights... I was wondering if this is standard on all SLK's or is it something that you can turn it on and off? I have every single option and packages that MB offers so I dont know what the problem is. If someone can guide me on how to enable the beeping when I lock the doors i would really appreciate it. Thanks! Eri

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DansSlk Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,121 Country: Thanks: 73 Thanked 61 Times in 46 Posts	This is switched off for 99% of countries, MB can use the diagnostic computer to tell your alarm it is in the Netherlands and then it will beep for you. __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

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DansSlk Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Wales Vehicle: 05 B55S (Brabus 6.1 S) Posts: 6,121 Country: Thanks: 73 Thanked 61 Times in 46 Posts	That's disabled in software at the factory, sorry it can't be enabled. __________________ One thing you will learn with German cars - If it's simple it ain't happening.

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exclusiveCT SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 7 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	One more thing, is there a way to make the seat move back or to its default position when you enter the car and when you insert the key on the ignition the seat moves to your memorized position? I saw there was some setting, easy entrance or convince... and I have that on "ON"...

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exclusiveCT SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 7 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks for the qick respond DanaSlk! I assume they have disabled the best features! Is there anyway I can hack all these so I can make the seat ajust automatically and the beeping?

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Tummy Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: EWR / CLE / ATL / ORD Vehicle: 2005 SLK350, 2004 Infiniti FX45 Posts: 182 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 8 Posts	You can add a SmarTop which has the lock/unlock beep function. Only the 2005 SLKs had the easy entry/exit feature.

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SLKCop Click it or ticket! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burleson, Texas Vehicle: Black on Black 2002 SLK-230 Kompressor Other Toys: 2007 Toyota Tundra Posts: 214 Country: Thanks: 34 Thanked 41 Times in 24 Posts	Hey Dan, since we're on the topic, can the dealer enable my beep/chirp on the alarm for my 2002 SLK230 as well? Thanks for any input! Mike

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,255 Thanks: 33 Thanked 18 Times in 13 Posts	You have 3 seat memory position buttons on the outside of the seat bottom. Some people put their personal setting in Button 1, for instance, and put an "all the way back" position in Button 3. Then, when you are getting out, you can press Button 3. When you get in you can press Button 1. This is another one of those features that they REMOVED and that pisses me off because I was looking forward to that feature as my wife and I often alternate and her settings don't allow me to get in and I only find that out when I try to swing in and my knees get caught on the dash. My MY06 was when they removed that feature. Go figure...

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mtiede Founding Member #7 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Western New York Vehicle: 2006 SLK 350 Posts: 1,255 Thanks: 33 Thanked 18 Times in 13 Posts	I suspect in the US too many people couldn't figure out how to use the dipping right mirror. Sad commentary...

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ryan.stephens Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Exeter, UK Vehicle: 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML320 CDI Sport - Fully Loaded! Posts: 232 Country: Thanks: 11 Thanked 7 Times in 5 Posts	I think with the SmartTop module there is the option to have either the horn or alarm doing the chirps, but for the alarm you have to re-seat a fuse (all documented in the manual of course!)

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SLKDawg SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: ATL Vehicle: 2005 SLK350 Posts: 86 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 11 Times in 2 Posts	I had the dealer activate the "beeps" when locking and unlocking - they are very quiet, but enough to get an audible confirmation. Then I got the SmartTop and now it beeps three times and then chirps once when locking - sounds pretty cool!! And we have easy entry on ours

3 Weeks Ago	#19 (permalink)
exclusiveCT SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 7 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Wow! I would like to thank each and everyone of you who responded! I am very surprised how helpful you guys are! I am really sorry that I haven't been able to respond or to thank you guys for the comments you sent! I think I have gotten used to not having the chirps/beep.... SmartTop sounds a little too complicated for me and since its a 2 year lease I dont want to put too much money on it. I was thinking on purchasing the green filters and thats it Again thank you all for the comments and I will talk to you soon. Thanks, Eri

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