Unlock transmission lock electronically

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Switch the ignition on.
Apply the brake pedal and hold it down during the entire procedure.
Press START-STOP button.
As soon as the starter can be heard to operate (this may take several seconds on diesel engines or at low temperatures).
Press and hold down the release button (1)

Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Release Button

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The specified time must necessarily be complied with!
Push selector lever (2) forward up to point of resistance and hold for 2 seconds.
Release the selector lever and quickly move it forward by another level again.

Fig 2: Caution For Shifting Gear Selector Lever
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Gear position N is shown in the instrument panel.
The parking lock is now electronically unlocked.
Release the brake pedal after the parking lock has been successfully unlocked.
Leave the ignition switched on in order to subsequently move the vehicle.

Fig 3: Display - Gear Position N On Instrument Panel
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The transmission automatically shifts into P when the ignition is turned off.

IMPORTANT: When the Start-Stop button is pressed again, the parking lock will be reactivated without message.
If the gearbox cannot be released, turn the ignition off and on again and repeat the previous steps.
Allow the starter to cool down for approx. 10 minutes after unsuccessful attempts.