Mercedes-Benz 2006 SL 65 AMG Bedienungsanleitung

S ommer C orporate M e di a AG Operator’s Manual SL-Class Order No. 6515 3055 13 Part No. 230 584 43 82 USA Edition A, 2006 Ê7%tKrMË 2305844382 Operator’s Manual SL-Class[...]

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Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demon- stration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your de- sire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts o[...]

Contents Introduction .......... ........ ....... .......... ....... 9 Product inform ation ......... ............. .......... 9 Operator’s Manual ............. ............. ..... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automo biles .......... 11 Maintenance ...........[...]

Contents Safety and Security ..... ........... .......... . 63 Occupant safety.................. ......... ........ 64 Airbags .. ........... .......... ........... ......... 65 Seat belts ......... .......... ........... ......... 71 Roll bar ........... .......... ........... .......... . 75 Children in the vehi cle ....... ............. 76 Panic[...]

Contents Settings menu ...... ............. .......... . 146 Trip computer menu .......... ........... 157 TEL menu* ... ............ ........... ......... 159 Automatic transmission ................ ..... 162 Gear selector lever position ......... 164 Driving tips .................. ....... .......... 166 Gear ranges .... ........ ......... ......[...]

Contents Operation ....... .......... ........ ........... ..... 255 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 256 Driving instructions .............. ............. . 257 Drive sensibly – save fuel .. ........... 257 Drinking and driving ..... ........... ..... 257 Pedals .......... .......... ........... .......... . 257 Power assistance ........[...]

Contents Practical hints .......... ......... ........ ...... 331 What to do if … ............... ........... ........ 332 Lamps in the instrument cluster .. 332 AIRBAG OFF ind icator lamp .... ..... 34 4 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ................... . 345 Where will I find ...? .................... ....... 3 83 First a[...]

Contents Fuels, coolants, lubrican ts, etc. ...... ... 445 Capacities .................. ........... ....... 445 Engine oils .......... .......... ........... ..... 447 Engine oil additives ...... ............. ... 447 Air conditioning refr igerant ..... ..... 447 Brake fluid ........... .......... ....... ........ 447 Premium unleaded gasoline ...[...]

9 Product information 왔 Introduction Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and s pecial suitabili- ty f[...]

10 Introduction Operator’s Manual This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service l ife of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the in- structions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring the[...]

11 Introduction Operator’s Manual Important notice for California retail buyers and le ssees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase pric e or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and / or its au- thorized repair or servic e facilities fail to fix one or [...]

12 Introduction Operator’s Manual Maintenance The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular interv als. Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for ser- vice. The service advisor will record each service in the book[...]

13 Introduction Operator’s Manual Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- eign countries, please be aware that: 앫 Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, 앫 unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat- alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels [...]

14 Introduction Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- vide comprehensive su pport information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section has its own reference color: At a glance Here you will find an overvi ew of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat. Getting started Here you will find all the infor[...]

15 Introduction Symbols 왔 Symbols Trademarks: 앫 ESP ® is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. 앫 HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. 앫 BabySmart TM is a trademark Siemens Automotive Corp. The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: * Optional equipment is identified with an ast[...]

16 Introduction Operating safety Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules: 앫 the safety precauti ons in this manual 앫 the “Technical data” section in this manual 앫 traffic rules and regulations 앫 motor vehicle laws and safety stan- dards Wa r n i n g ! G [...]

17 Introduction Problems with your vehicle 왔 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if requ ired. If the matter i s not handled[...]

18 Introduction Reporting safety defects For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant t o the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1 966”. Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a c[...]

19 Introduction Vehicle data recording 왔 Vehicle data recordi ng Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tel e Aid system, may transmit some data in certain acciden[...]

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21 At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control pane l Door control panel[...]

22 At a glance Cockpit[...]

23 At a glance Cockpit Item Page 1 Parking brake pedal 51 2 Hood lock release 272 3 Parking brake release han- dle 59 4 Door control panel 32 5 Exterior lamp switch 53, 123 6 Headlamp washer button 177 7 Combination switch 앫 Turn signals 앫 Windshield wipers 앫 High beam 53 54 129 Item Page 8 Steering wheel gearshift control (SL 55 AMG, SL 65 A[...]

24 At a glance Instrument cluster[...]

25 At a glance Instrument cluster Item Page 1 Coolant temperature gauge with : D Coolant temperature warning lamp 336 2 Speedometer with: ; Brake warning lamp, USA only 334 3 Brake warning lamp, Canada only v ABS/ESP ® warning lamp 332 E Distronic* indicator lamp 1 (white) or warning lamp (red) 1 Vehicles without Distroni c*: Warning la mp without[...]

26 At a glance Instrument cluster[...]

27 At a glance Instrument cluster Item Page 5 Tachometer with: 133 A High beam head- lamp indicator 129 ú Engine malfunction indicator lamp, USA only ± Engine malfunction indicator lamp, Canada only 335 C Roll bar warning lamp 339 - Antilock Brake Sys- tem (ABS) indicator lamp 333 Item Page 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp 341[...]

28 At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item Page 1 Left multifunction display in the speedometer 135 2 Right multifunction display in the tachometer 135 Operating the control sys- tem 136 3 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: Press button ç down/to decrease æ up/to increase 4 Telephone*: Press button s to take a call t to end a call[...]

29 At a glance Center console 왔 Center console Upper part Item Page 1 Central locking switch 113 2 Hazard warning flash er on/off switch 129 3 Central unlocking switch 113 4 Center and side air vent ad- justment 185 5 COMAND system, see sepa- rate operating instructions 138 6 Automatic climate control panel 180 7 Right cup holder 232 8 KEYLESS-GO[...]

30 At a glance Center console Lower part Item Page 1 Parking assist (Parktronic system)* deactivation switch 223 2 Active Body Control (ABC) button 219 3 Tow-away alarm swit ch 93 4 Retractable ha rdtop open/close control with buttons for roll bar 195, 75 5 Exterior rear view mirr or ad- justment 44 Item Page 6 Vehicle level control switch 220 7 ES[...]

31 At a glance Overhead control panel 왔 Overhead control panel Item Page 1 Left reading lamp on/off 130 2 Temperature sensor for au- tomatic climate control 180 3 Right reading lamp on/off 130 4 Interior lighting control 130 5 Rear view mirror 44, 177 6 Garage door opener 247 7 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid (emergency call system), telephone[...]

32 At a glance Door control panel Item Page 1 Door handle 107 2 Switches for opening/clos- ing front and rear side win- dows 192 3 Memory function (for stor- ing seat, mirror and steer- ing wheel settings) 121 4 Seat heating switch 117 Seat ventilation* switch 120 5 Seat adjustment switch 39, 115 6 Remote trunk lid release switch 108 7 Door pocket [...]

33 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking[...]

34 Getting started The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func- tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the i nfor- mation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail” section will provide you with further in[...]

35 Getting started Unlocking Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO* With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock and unlock the vehicle without using the remote control buttons on the SmartKey and start th e engine without in- serting the Smar tKey in the star ter switch. The function of the SmartKey overrules the KEYLESS-GO function. 왘 Grasp an outside door h[...]

36 Getting started Unlocking Starter swi tch positions SmartKey Starter switch 0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supply for some electrical con- sumers, such as seat adjustment 2 Ignition (power suppl y for all electrical consumers) and driving position All lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activat[...]

37 Getting started Unlocking SmartKey with KE YLESS-GO* You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey. KEYLESS-GO st art/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle. 왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P . 왘 Do not depress the brake pedal. Position 0 Before yo[...]

38 Getting started Unlocking Ignition (or Position 2) 왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but- ton twice. This supplies power for all electrical consumers. All lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless acti- vated) in the instrument cluster come on. For more information, see “SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*?[...]

39 Getting started Adjusting 왔 Adjusting Seats Wa r n i n g ! G All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas- tening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. War n i n g ! G Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driv[...]

40 Getting started Adjusting Seat adjustment The seat adjustment switch is located in the door. 1 Head restraint height 2 Seat height 3 Seat cushion tilt 4 Seat cushion depth 5 Seat fore and aft adjustment 6 Backrest tilt 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). or 왘 Open the respective door. Seat fore and aft adjustment 왘 Press the switch fo[...]

41 Getting started Adjusting Seat height 왘 Press the switch up or down in direc- tion of arrow 2 . Seat cushion tilt 왘 Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported. Seat cushion depth 왘 Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 4 until your legs are supported comfortably. Sea[...]

42 Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel Steering wheel adjustment The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the lower left of the steering column. 1 Adjusting steering column, in or out 2 Adjusting steering column, up or down 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). or 왘 Open the driver’s door. Adjusting steering column in or [...]

43 Getting started Adjusting Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position. The easy-entry/exit feature can be activat- ed or deactiva ted in the Convenience sub- menu of the control system ( 컄 page 156). With the [...]

44 Getting started Adjusting Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic condi- tions. Interior rear view mirror 왘 Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror. For more information, see “Rear v iew mir- rors” ( 컄 page 177). Exterior rear view mirrors i If t[...]

45 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located on the lower part of the center console. 1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mir- ror button 3 Adjustment button 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). 왘 Press button 1 for the left mirror or button 2 for the right mirror. 왘 Push adjustme[...]

46 Getting started Driving Fastening the seat belts Wa r n i n g ! G Do not lay any objects in the driver’s foot- well. Be careful that floor mats or carpets in the driver’s footwell have sufficient clear- ance for the pedals. During sudden driving or braking maneu- vers, the objects could get caught between the pedals. You could th en no longe[...]

47 Getting started Driving 1 Seat belt housing 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle 4 Release button Infants and small children must be seated in an appropriate BabySmart TM c ompatible in- fant or child restraint system, which is prop- erly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat man- ufacturer’s in structions. A child?[...]

48 Getting started Driving 왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt from seat belt housing 1 . 왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips. 왘 Push latch plate 2 int o buckle 3 until it clicks. 왘 If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. [...]

49 Getting started Driving Starting the engine Automatic transmission Gearshift patte rn for automatic transmission P Park position with gear selector lever lock R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position For more information, see “Automatic transmission” ( 컄 page 162). Starting with the SmartKey 왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to[...]

50 Getting started Driving Starting with KEYLESS-GO* You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button on the gear selector lever. KEYLESS-GO star t/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only 왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P . 왘 Depress the brake pedal d uring the starting proc[...]

51 Getting started Driving Parking brake 1 Parking brake pedal 2 Release handle 왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on release handle 2 . The indicator lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the i nstrument cluster goes out. Driving o ff 왘 Depress the brake pedal. 왘 Place the gear selector lever in position D or R . War n i n g ! G When l[...]

52 Getting started Driving 왘 Release the brake pedal. 왘 Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. Once the vehicle is in motion, the automat- ic central locking system engages and the locking knobs drop down. After a cold start, the transmission engag- es at a higher revolution. This all ows the catalytic converter to reach its operating tempera[...]

53 Getting started Driving Switching o n headlamps Low beam headlamps The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel. Exterior lamp switch 1 Off 2 Low beam headlamps on 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B . The low beam headlamps come on. High bea m The combination switch is located on the left of[...]

54 Getting started Driving The combination switch resets automati- cally after major steering wheel move- ments. Windshield wi pers The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 Single wipe Wiping with windshield washer fluid 2 Switching on windshield wipers 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). Swi[...]

55 Getting started Driving Intermittent wiping The intermittent wiping interval is depen- dent on the wetness of the windshield. 왘 Turn the combination switch to position I . After the initial wipe, pauses between wipes are controlled by the rain sensor. Single wipe 왘 Press the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 1 to the resistanc[...]

56 Getting started Driving Problems while driving The engine runs errati cally and misfires 앫 An ignition cable may be damaged. 앫 The engine electronics may not be op- erating properly. 앫 Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. 왘 Give very little gas. 왘 Have the problem repaired by an au- thorized Merced[...]

57 Getting started Driving The coolant temperature gauge is above 248°F (120°C) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine. 왘 Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in a safe location and turn off the engine. Allow engine and coolant to cool . 왘 Check the coolant level and add cool- ant if necessary ( 컄 page 278). In case of a[...]

58 Getting started Parking and locking You have now completed your fir st drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as foll ows. Wa r n i n g ! G With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steerin g systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degre[...]

59 Getting started Parking and locking Parking brake 1 Parking brake pedal 2 Release handle 왘 Step firmly on parking brake pedal 1 . When the engine is running, the indica- tor lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster will be illuminated. Switching off headlamps 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to posi- tion M ( 컄 page 53[...]

60 Getting started Parking and locking Turning off the engine 왘 Place the gear selector lever in position P . 왘 Apply the parking brake ( 컄 page 59). Turning off with the SmartKey 왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 ( 컄 page 36). 왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The immob ilizer is acti vated. Turning o[...]

61 Getting started Parking and locking Releasing seat belts 왘 Press the seat belt release button ( 컄 page 47). Allow the retractor to completely re- wind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate. Locking ! Make sure the seat belt retracts fully so that the seat belt and/or latch plate cannot get caught or pinched in the door or in the seat mech[...]

62 Getting started Parking and locking 왘 Exit the vehicle and close the doors and the trunk. Locking with the SmartKey 왘 Press the lock button ‹ on the SmartKe y ( 컄 page 34). With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash th ree times. The locking knobs on the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. For mor[...]

63 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems[...]

64 Safety and Security Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most im- portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle. The restraint systems are 앫 Seat be lts 앫 Emergency tensioning device 앫 Airbags 앫 Child seats 앫 Child seat recognition As independent systems, their protective effects work in conjunction with each o[...]

65 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Airbags Wa r n i n g ! G In the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or doe s not come on at all, the SRS self-check has detected a malfunction. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center imm ediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SR[...]

66 Safety and Security Occupant safety 앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera- tion of vehicle co ntrols. The distance from the center of the driver’s breast- bone to the center of the airbag cover on the steering wheel must be at least 10 inches (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this[...]

67 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Wa r n i n g ! G Should you choos e to place a child 12 years old or under in the passenger seat of your vehicle, you must properly use a BabySmart TM child restraint wh ich will turn off the passenger front airbag ( 컄 page 76). BabySmart TM will not, howeve r, turn off any side i mpact a irbag. It should b[...]

68 Safety and Security Occupant safety i Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impact s (front airbags, driver-side knee bag) and side impacts (head-thorax airbag s) which exceed preset thresholds. Only during these types of impacts, if of sufficient severi- ty to meet the deployment threshold, will they provide their supplementa[...]

69 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device a nd airbag When you sell your vehicle, we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an SRS by alerting them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual. Wa r n i n g ! G 앫 Damaged seat belts or[...]

70 Safety and Security Occupant safety Front airbags Driver and passenger airbags are de- ployed: 앫 in the event of certain frontal impacts 앫 if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold 앫 independently of the head-thorax air- bags The airbags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy- ment thresholds. You will t[...]

71 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Head-thorax airbags The head-thorax airbags are deployed: 앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle 앫 in impacts exceeding a preset deploy- ment threshold 앫 independently of the front airbags The head-thorax airbags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the sys- tem’s deployment threshold. The p[...]

72 Safety and Security Occupant safety Always wear your seat belt. All vehicle occupants always need to have their seat belts fastened and wear them properly. In addition, applicable motor vehicle safety laws require you to wear seat belts. Even where this is not the case, we strongly rec- ommend that all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fas[...]

73 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Wa r n i n g ! G Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly re - strained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time. War n i n g ! G Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly st[...]

74 Safety and Security Occupant safety Emergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiter The seat belts are equipped with emergen- cy tensioning devices, belt force limiters, and automatic comfort -fit. The ETD is designed to activate in the fol- lowing cases: 앫 in frontal or rear-e nd impacts exceed- ing a preset severity level 앫 if t[...]

75 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Automatic comfort-fit fea ture seat belt The automatic comfort-fit feature reduc es the retracting force of the seat belts when they are in normal use. Roll bar The roll bar raises automatically in an acci- dent or in a critical driving situation. You can also raise and lower the roll bar manu- ally using the[...]

76 Safety and Security Occupant safety Raising the roll bar 왘 Lift the switch for the retractable hard- top. 왘 Press and hold button 2 until the roll bar is raised. Lowering the roll bar If the roll bar was raised manually: 왘 Lift the switch for the retractable hard- top. 왘 Press and hold button 1 until the roll bar is lowered. If the roll [...]

77 Safety an d Security Occupant safety Infant and child restraint systems Only use a BabySmart TM compatible child restraint for the front passenger seat in this vehi cle. We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. The passenger lap-shou lder belt has a spe- cial seat belt retractor fo[...]

78 Safety and Security Occupant safety BabySmart TM airbag deact ivation system Special BabySmart TM compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Merced es-Benz Center, are required for use with the BabySmart TM air- bag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, th[...]

79 Safety an d Security Occupant safety The 7 indicator lamp located on the glove box will be illuminated, except with the SmartKey removed or in starter switch position 0 . Self-test BabySma rt TM without special child seat in stalled After turning the Smar tKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS-GO* start/st op butto[...]

80 Safety and Security Occupant safety Wa r n i n g ! G Do not place powered-on laptops, cell phones, electronic tags such as those used on ski passes, and like electronic devices on the passenger seat. Signals from such de- vices may interfere with the BabySmart TM system. Such signal interference may cause the 7 indicator lamp not to come on dur-[...]

81 Safety an d Security Panic alarm 왔 Panic alarm An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 2 1 / 2 minutes. 1 Â button Activating 왘 Press and hold button 1 for at least 1 second. Deactivating 왘 Press button 1 again. or 왘 Insert SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in starter switch. or 왘 Press the [...]

82 Safety and Security Driving safety systems In this section you will fi nd information on the following driving safety systems: 앫 ABS (A ntilock B rake S ystem) 앫 BAS (B rake A ssist S ystem) 앫 ESP ® (E lectronic S tability P rogram) 앫 Electro-hydrau lic brake system i In winter operation, the maximum ef- fectiveness of the ABS, the BAS,[...]

83 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems ABS The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. This allows you to maintain the ability to steer your vehicle. The ABS is functional above a speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) indepen- dent of road surface conditions. On slippery road s[...]

84 Safety and Security Driving safety systems For more information, see the “Practical hints” section ( 컄 page 332). BAS The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby poten- tially reducing the braking distance. 왘 Apply continuou[...]

85 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems ESP ® The Electronic Stability Program ( ESP ® ) is operational as soon as the engine is run- ning and monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling. The ESP ® recognizes when a wheel is spin- ning or if the vehicle starts to sk[...]

86 Safety and Security Driving safety systems For more information, see the “Practical hints” section ( 컄 page 332). Switching off the ESP ® To improve the vehicle’s traction, turn off the ESP ® in driving situations where it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as: 앫 when d[...]

87 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems The switch is located in the lower part of the center console. 1 ESP ® switch 왘 Press ESP ® switch 1 until the ABS/ESP ® warnin g lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on. ESP ® is deactivated. Switching on the ESP ® 왘 Press ESP ® switch 1 . The ABS/E SP ® warning lamp v in the instrument c[...]

88 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Electro-hydraulic brake system The electro-hydraulic brake system com- bines a hydraulic brake circuit with elec- tronically controlled brake servo assistance. You have increased braking safety and improved braking comfort. Wa r n i n g ! G Never ignore a brake malfunction indicated in the speedometer d[...]

89 Safety an d Security Driving safety systems The electro-hydraulic brake system is auto- matically acti vated when you 앫 unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 앫 open the driver’s or passenger door 앫 turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 앫 in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*, press the start/stop [...]

90 Safety and Security Driving safety systems The electro-hydraulic brake system switch- es off automatically 앫 approximately 2 minutes after you turned the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 or removed the Smart Key 앫 approximately 2 minutes after you pressed the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button to turn off the engine or power supply an[...]

91 Safety an d Security Anti-theft systems 왔 Anti-theft systems Immobilizer The immobilizer prev ents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle. Activating With the SmartKey 왘 Remove the Smar tKey from th e starter switch. With KEYLESS-GO* 왘 Press the start/stop button on the gear selector lever once. The engine is turned off. 왘 Open [...]

92 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems The alarm system will also be triggered when 앫 someone attempts to raise the vehicle 앫 unlocking and opening the driver’s door with the mechanical key 앫 someone opens a door from the inside 앫 someone opens the trunk lid with the emergency release button Arming the alarm system The alarm system is [...]

93 Safety an d Security Anti-theft systems Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm: With the SmartKey 왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. or 왘 Press the Œ or ‹ button on the SmartKey. With KEYLESS-GO* 왘 Grasp an outside door handle. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be within 3 ft. (1 m) of the vehi cle. or 왘 Press the KEYLESS-G[...]

94 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems 1 Tow-away alarm of f button 2 Indicator lamp 왘 Switch off the ignition and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. 왘 Press button 1 . The indicator lamp 2 in the sw itch comes on briefly. 왘 Exit and lock your vehicle with the SmartKey or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) with the lock button on each d[...]

95 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Automatic climate control Power windows Retractable hardtop Driving systems Useful features[...]

96 Controls in detail In the “Controls in detail” section you wil l find detailed information o n how to oper- ate the equipment installed on your vehi- cle. If you are al ready familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you. To quickly familiarize yourself with the ba- sic functions of the[...]

97 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Wa r n i n g ! G When leaving the vehicl e, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with ac c e s s t o a n un l o c k e d vehicle. It is possible for children to open a locked door from the inside, whi[...]

98 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Global unlocking 왘 Press button Œ . All turn signals flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed. The vehicle will lock again automatically and reactivate the alarm system within ap- proximately 40 seconds of unlocking if: 앫 neither door[...]

99 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Checking the batt eries 왘 Press button ‹ or Œ . Battery check lamp 5 ( 컄 page 96) comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartKey batteries are in order. Unlockin g the tru nk You can unlock the trunk separately. A minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft (1.88 m) is required to open the trunk lid. 왘 Pr[...]

100 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Loss of SmartKey or mechanical key If you lose a SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following: 왘 Have the SmartKey deactivated by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 왘 Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately. 왘 If necessary, have th[...]

101 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking SmartKey w ith KEYLESS-GO 1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Unlock button for the trunk lid 3 Mechanical key locking tab 4 Œ Unlock button 5 Battery check lamp 6  Panic button ( 컄 page 81) For information on using the SmartKey buttons, see “SmartKey” ( 컄 page 96). War n i n g ! G When leaving the vehicle[...]

102 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO 앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey ( 컄 page 96). 앫 You can combine KEYLESS-GO func- tions with normal SmartKey functions (e.g. unlocking with KEYLESS-GO and locking with the ‹ button). 앫 Always carry the SmartKey with KEYLE[...]

103 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking 앫 This does not apply if, after starting, the selector lever is still in position P and the SmartKey is then inserted in the starter switch. The SmartKey will then have priority over the KEYLESS-GO function and the vehicle’s electrical system will operate according to the position of the SmartKey in [...]

104 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locking 왘 Press lock button on an outside door handle ( 컄 page 62) or trunk ( 컄 page 105). With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signals flash three times. The lock- ing knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. Selective setting If you frequently travel alo[...]

105 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locking using the lock button on the trunk lid 1 Lock butt on 왘 Press lock button 1 on the trunk lid. With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signals flash three times. The lock- ing knobs in the doors mov e down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed. 앫 Use the mechanical key to unlock t[...]

106 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Checking the battery 왘 Press button ‹ or Œ . Battery check lamp 5 ( 컄 pa ge 101) comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartKey batteries are in order. Unlocking the trunk You can unlock the trunk separately. A minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft (1.88 m) is required to open the trunk lid. The hand[...]

107 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the in- side. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle 왘 Pull on door handle 2 . If the door was locked, locking knob 1 will move up. i If you open a door, the side windows on that side of the[...]

108 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk A minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft (1.88 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Opening the trunk from the outside The handle is located above the rear li- cense plate recess. 1 Handle 왘 Pull on handle 1 and lift the trunk lid. The trunk can also be opened using 앫 the SmartKey, see[...]

109 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking 1 Remote trunk lid release switch 2 Indicator lamp 왘 Pull remote trunk lid release switch 1 . The trunk lid unlocks. Indicator lamp 2 comes on and remains lit until the trunk is closed again. 왘 Lift the trunk lid. The trunk can also be opened using 앫 the SmartKey, see “Locking and un- locking” [...]

110 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking 왘 Close trunk lid with hands placed flat on trunk lid. Valet lock ing The lock is located next to the handle above the rear license plate recess. Wa r n i n g ! G Only drive with the trunk closed. Am ong oth- er dangers, such as blocked vis ibility, ex- haust fumes may en ter the vehicle interior. i If[...]

111 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking 1 Neutral position 2 Locked 왘 Close the trunk ( 컄 page 109). 왘 Pull the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( 컄 page 385). 왘 Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock. 왘 Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 and remove the mechani- cal key in that position to lock the trunk. Th[...]

112 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Illumination of the emergency release but- ton: 앫 The button flashes for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. 앫 The button flashes for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. Automatic central locking The doors and the trun k lid lock automati- cally when the vehicle is set into motion. You can open a loc[...]

113 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Locking and unlo cking from the inside You can lock or unlock the vehicle from in- side using the central locking switches. This can be useful, for example, if you want to unlock the passenger door from the in- side or want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive. The central locking switch does not[...]

114 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking i If the vehicle was previously centrally locked using the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*, it will not unlock using the central locking switch . If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch 앫 while in the global remote control mode, the complete vehicle is un- locked [...]

115 Controls in detail Seats 왔 Seats For more information on seat adjustment, see “Seat adjustment” ( 컄 page 40). Moving the seats forward and backward You can move the seats forward and back to facilitate loading and unloading. The switch is located on the top side of the seat. 1 Seat forward 2 Seat backward Moving the seat forward 왘 Pre[...]

116 Controls in detail Seats Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the seat’s lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine. The thumbwheel is located on the lower side of the seat. 1 Thumb wheel 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). 왘 Set the lumbar support between 0 and 5. Multicontour backrest * The multicontour backrest h[...]

117 Controls in detail Seats Massage function (PULSE) You can reduce muscle tension during long trips by periodically using the massage function. 왘 Press button 3 . The indicator lamp on button 3 comes on. The air cushions in the lumbar re- gion inflate and deflate rhythmically. Seat heating Vehicles without seat ventilation * The switch is locat[...]

118 Controls in detail Seats Switching on rapid seat heating 왘 Press upper switch position 2 . Both red indicator lamps on the switch come on. Switching off rapid seat heating 왘 Press upper switch position 2 again. Vehicles with seat ventilation * The switch is located on the door. The red indicator lamps on the switch indi cate the selecte d h[...]

119 Controls in detail Seats Switching on seat heating 왘 Press upper switch position 1 twice. A red indicator lamp on the switch comes on. Switching off seat heating 왘 Press upper switch position 1 again. Switching on rapid seat heating 왘 Press upper switch position 1 once. Both indicator lamps on the switch come on. Switching off rapid seat [...]

120 Controls in detail Seats Seat ventilati on* The switch is located on the door. The blue indicator lamps on the switch indicate the selected ventilation level: 1 Seat ventilation switch 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). Switching on se at ventilatio n 왘 Press switch 1 . Three blue indicator lamps on the switch come on. 왘 Continue pr[...]

121 Controls in detail Memory function 왔 Memory function Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat back- rest angle if necessary, to ensure adequate control, reach and co mf ort. The head r e- straint should also be adjusted for proper height. See also the section on a[...]

122 Controls in detail Memory function Storing positions into memory 왘 Adjust the seats, steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the de- sired position ( 컄 page 39). 왘 Press memory button M . 왘 Release memory button and press a stored position button 1 , 2 , or 3 within 3 seconds. All the settings are stored at the select- ed posit[...]

123 Controls in detail Lighting 왔 Lighting For information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” ( 컄 page 53) and “Turn signals” ( 컄 page 53). Exterior lamp switch The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel. M Off Daytime running lamp mode ([...]

124 Controls in detail Lighting Manual headlamp mode The low be am headlamp s and parking lamps can be switched on or off with the exterior lamp switch. Automatic headlamp mode The following lamps switch on and off au- tomatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light: 앫 Low beam headlamps 앫 Tail lamps 앫 Parking lamps 앫 License p[...]

125 Controls in detail Lighting 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to posi- tion U . With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button pressed once, only the parking lamps will switch on and off automatically. When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps, the tail and parking lamps, the license plate lamps, and[...]

126 Controls in detail Lighting Canada only: The daytime running lamp mode is manda- tory and therefore in a constant mode. When the engine is running and you shift from a driving position to position N or P , the low beam headlamps will switch off with a three-minute delay. When the engine is running and you 앫 turn the exterior lamp switch to po[...]

127 Controls in detail Lighting Front fog lam ps 왘 Switch on the low beam headlamps ( 컄 page 53). 왘 Pull out the exterior la mp switch to fir st stop. The front fog lamps are switched on. The green indicator lamp ‡ in the exterior lamp switch comes on ( 컄 page 123). 왘 Push in th e exteri or lamp swit ch. The front fog lamps are switched[...]

128 Controls in detail Lighting Driving forward Switching on corner-illuminating front fog lamps 왘 Depending on whether you are turning left or right, switch on the left or right turn signal ( 컄 page 53) . The respective front fog lamp comes on and illuminates the road onto which you are turning. Switching off corner-illuminating front fog lamp[...]

129 Controls in detail Lighting Combination switch The combination switch is l ocated on the left of the steering column. Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher High bea m 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to B or to U ( 컄 page 123). 왘 Push the combination switch in direc- tion of arrow 1 to switch on the high beam headlamps. The hi[...]

130 Controls in detail Lighting Switching on the hazard warning flasher 왘 Press hazard warning flash er switch 1 . All turn signals are flashing. Switching off the hazard warning flasher 왘 Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 again. Interior lighting 1 Left reading lamp 2 Right reading lamp 3 Interior lighting on/off 4 Slide switch for interio[...]

131 Controls in detail Lighting Deactivating 왘 Slide switch 4 to the right. The interior lighting and the entry/exit lamps remain switched off in darkness, even when you 앫 unlock the vehicle 앫 open a door 앫 remove the SmartKey from the starter switch 앫 open the trunk Manual control Switching lamps on 왘 Press switch 3 . The interior ligh[...]

132 Controls in detail Instrument cluster For a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” ( 컄 page 24). The instrument cluste r is activated when you 앫 open a door 앫 switch on the ignition 앫 press the reset button ( 컄 page 24) 앫 switch on the exterior lamps Opening a door will acti vate the instrumen[...]

133 Controls in detail Instrument cluster Coolant temperatur e gauge During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tempera- ture may rise close to 248°F (120°C). The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause seri ous en- gine damage which is not covered by the [...]

134 Controls in detail Instrument cluster Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature is displayed in the left or right mu ltifunctio n displa y ( 컄 page 24), depending on the setting ( 컄 page 149). The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper area. Due to its location, the sensor can be affected by road or engine heat during[...]

135 Controls in detail Control system 왔 Control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 1 or as soon as the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button is in posi- tion 1 . The control system enables you to 앫 call up information about your vehicle 앫 change vehicle settings For example, you c[...]

136 Controls in detail Control system Multifunctio n steering whe el The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multifunc- tion steering wheel. Pressing any of the buttons, except for the telephone buttons, on the multifunction steering wheel will alter what appears in the m[...]

137 Controls in detail Control system The individual functions are then found within the relevant menu (radio or CD op- erations under AUDIO , for example). These functions serve to call up relevant i nforma- tion or to customize the settings for your vehicle. It is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar- ran[...]

138 Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus. The table below provides an overview of the individual menus.[...]

139 Controls in detail Control system Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8 Standard dis- play AUDIO NAV Distronic* Vehicle status message memory Settings Trip computer Telephone ( 컄 page 140) ( 컄 page 141) ( 컄 page 143) ( 컄 page 143) ( 컄 page 144) ( 컄 page 146) ( 컄 page 157) ( 컄 page [...]

140 Controls in detail Control system Standard display menu 1 Main odometer 2 Outside temperature 3 Current gear selector lever position 4 Trip odometer 5 Automatic transmission program mode 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the standard display menu in the multifunction display. You can modify the standard display menu. Instead of[...]

141 Controls in detail Control system AUDIO menu The functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on. If no audio equipment is currently turned on, the message AUDIO off appears in the right multifunction display. The following functions are available: Selecting radio station 왘 Turn on COMAND and select [...]

142 Controls in detail Control system Operating the CD player Selecting CD track 왘 Turn on COMAND and select CD. Refer to the separate COMAND operating in- structions. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the settings for the CD currently being played appear in the right multi- function display. 1 Current CD (with additional number from 1 t[...]

143 Controls in detail Control system NAV menu The NAV menu contains the functions need- ed to operate your navigation system. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the message NAV in the left multifunction display. The message shown in the multifunction display depends on the status of the navi- gation system: 앫 With COMAND switched[...]

144 Controls in detail Control system Distronic activated When Distronic is activated the DTR sym- bol and the set speed appear in the left multif unctio n displa y. 1 Symbol for activated Distronic 2 Set speed Vehicle status message memory menu Use the vehicle status message memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messages that may be stored i[...]

145 Controls in detail Control system Vehicle status messages have bee n recorded If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the right multifunc- tion display: 1 Number of recorded status messages 왘 Press button k or j . The stored messages will now be dis- played in the order in which th[...]

146 Controls in detail Control system Settings menu In the Settings menu there are two func- tions: 앫 The function Reset , with which you can reset all the settings to those set at the factory. 앫 A collection of submenus wi th which you can make individual settings for your vehicle. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Settings... men[...]

147 Controls in detail Control system Submenus in the Settings menu 왘 Press button j . In the right multifunction display you see the collection of submenus. 왘 Press button ç . The selection marker moves to the next submenu. The submenus are arranged by hierarchy. Scroll down with the ç button, scroll up with the æ button. With the selection[...]

148 Controls in detail Control system The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De- tailed instructions on maki ng individual settings can be found on the following pag- es. Instrument cluster Time Lighting Vehicle Convenience Selecting standard display Synchronizing time with head unit Setting daytime running lam[...]

149 Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Access the Inst. cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Inst. clus- ter submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are avai lable: Selecting standard display 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Inst. cluster submenu[...]

150 Controls in detail Control system Selectin g language 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Inst. cluster submenu. 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Text appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting. 왘 Press æ or ç to select the language to be used fo r the multi[...]

151 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Press æ or ç enable or disable this feature. When you set this feature to On , the time displayed in the multifunction display is automatically synchronized with the time of the COMAND system. Setting the time (hours) This function is only available if the func- tion Time sync. with head unit ( 컄 page 1[...]

152 Controls in detail Control system Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting sub- menu to change the lamp and lighting set- tings on your vehicle. The following functions are available: Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA only) 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting sub- m[...]

153 Controls in detail Control system Setting locator lighting With the locator lighting f eature acti vated and the exterior lamp switch in position U , the following lamps will switch on during darkness when the vehicle is un- locked with the SmartKey: 앫 Parking lamps 앫 Tail lamps 앫 License plate lamps 앫 Front fog lamps The locator lighti[...]

154 Controls in detail Control system Setting night security illumination (Exterior lamps delayed switch-off) Use this function to set whether you would like the exterior lamps to illuminate during darkness after exiting the vehicle and clos- ing the doors. With the delayed switch-off feature act ivat- ed and the exterior lamp switch in positi on U[...]

155 Controls in detail Control system Interior lighting delayed switch-off Use this function to set whether you would like the interior lighting to remain lit during darkness for approximately 10 seconds after you have removed the Sma rtKey from the starter switch. 왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting sub- menu. 왘 Pr[...]

156 Controls in detail Control system Convenienc e submenu Access the Convenience submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Convenience sub- menu to change the settings for a number of convenience features. The following functions are available: Activating easy-entry/exit feature Use this function to activate a nd deacti- vate the easy-entry/exit feat[...]

157 Controls in detail Control system Trip com puter menu Use the trip computer menu to call up sta- tistical data on your vehicle. The following information is available: Fuel consumption statistics after start 왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip computer menu. 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until [...]

158 Controls in detail Control system Fuel consumption since last reset 왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip computer menu. 왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the left multifunction display: From reset. 1 Distance driven since last reset 2 Average speed since last reset 3 Ti[...]

159 Controls in detail Control system TEL me nu* You can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-free system and switched on. 왘 Switch on the telephone and COMAND. 왘 Press button ÿ or è on the steering wheel repeatedly until you see the TEL menu in the left multifunction display. Which [...]

160 Controls in detail Control system Rejecting a ca ll If you do not wish to receive the call, you can choose to reject it. 왘 Press button t . You have rejected the call. The caller receives a busy signal. Answering a ca ll When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at any time. In the right multifunction display you wi[...]

161 Controls in detail Control system 왘 Press button s . The system dials the selected phone number. 앫 If the connection is successful, the name of the party you called and the duration of the call will appear in the display. 앫 If no connection is made, the control system stores the dialed number in the redial memory. Redialing The control sy[...]

162 Controls in detail Automatic transmission For more information on driving with an automatic transmissi on, see “Automatic transmission” ( 컄 page 49). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjust- ments are perf[...]

163 Controls in detail Automatic transmission 1 Current gear range/gear selector lever position 2 Current program mode The current gear range/gear selector lever position and program mode ( C / S ) or ( M / C / S ) appear in the right multifunction display. When the gear selector lever is in position D , you can influence transmission shifting by: [...]

164 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear selector lever position Effect ì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked. Place gear selector lever in position P only when vehicle is stopped. The park position is not in tended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked. Rather, the driver should always set the [...]

165 Controls in detail Automatic transmission ! Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. War n i n g ! G Getting out of your vehicle with the gear selector lever not full y engaged in position P is dangerous. Al so[...]

166 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Driving t ips Accelerator position Your driving style influences the transmission’s shifting behavio r: Less throttle Earlier upshifting More throttle Later upshifting Kickdown Use kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. 왘 Press the accelerator past the point of resistance. The transmission shi[...]

167 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear ranges With the gear selector lever in position D and driving in the automatic shift program C or S ( 컄 page 168), you can select a gear range for the automatic transmission to operate within: Gear selector lever ( 컄 page 169): You can limit the gear range by pressing the gear selector lever to[...]

168 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Automatic shift program The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the cen ter console. 1 Program mode selector switch C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving The current gear selector lever position and the selected program mode ( C / S ) are indicated in the ri[...]

169 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear selector lever one-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission, you can change the gears manually and limit or extend the gear range for automatic shifting with the gear selector lever in position D and driving in the automatic program mode C or S . Downshifting 왘 Briefly press the gea[...]

170 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gearshifting Steering wheel gearshift control is avail- able on vehicles with Sport Package*, on SL 55 AMG, and on SL 65 AMG only. The steering wheel gearshift control pro- vides an alternative method for changing the gears manually and limiting or extend- ing [...]

171 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Downshifting 왘 Briefly press the inside 2 of one of the buttons on the steering wheel. The transmission will shift to the next lower gear as permitted by the shift program. This action simultaneously limits the gear range of the transmission ( 컄 page 167). Upshifting 왘 Briefly press the outside 1 [...]

172 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Steering wheel gearshift control SL 55 AMG and SL 65 AMG The steering wheel gearshift buttons are located to the lef t and righ t of the steering wheel. 1 Left button: downsh ift 2 Right button: upshift The following instructions describe opera- tion of the steering wheel gearshift control when driving [...]

173 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Upshifting 왘 Briefly press button 2 on the right side of the steering wheel. The transmission will shift to the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program. This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the transmission when you are driving in the automati c program mode ( C or S ). Canc[...]

174 Controls in detail Automatic transmission The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console. 1 Program mode selector switc h MANUAL For manual gear shifting C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving The current gear selector lever position and the selected program mode ( M / C / S ) are indicat[...]

175 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Activating manual shift program 왘 Press program mode selector switch 1 repeatedly until the M for MANUAL program mode appears in the right multifunction display. The transmission switches to the MANUAL program mode. Automatic shifting is switched off. The gear range is not limited. You can change the [...]

176 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Downshifting 왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction. or 왘 Briefly press button 1 on the left side of the steering wheel ( 컄 page 172). The transmission shifts to the next lower gear. Kickdown Using the kickdown when driving in the MANUAL program mode is not possibl[...]

177 Controls in detail Good visibility 왔 Good visibility For information on windshield wiper opera- tion, see “Windshield wipers” ( 컄 page 54). Headlamp c leaning system The button is located on the left side of the dashboard. 1 Headlamp washer button 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). 왘 Press button 1 . The headlamps are cleaned [...]

178 Controls in detail Good visibility Sun visors The sun visors protect you from sun glare while drivin g. 왘 Swing sun visors down when you expe- rience glare. 1 Mounting 2 Mirror cover 3 Mirror lamp 4 Holder for gas cards 왘 To use mirror, lift up cover 2 . Wa r n i n g ! G The auto-dimming functi on does not react if incoming light is not aim[...]

179 Controls in detail Good visibility Rear window defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defrost- er as soon as the rear window is clear. The defroster is automatically deactivated af- ter approximately 6 to 17 minutes of oper- ation depending on the outside temperat[...]

180 Controls in detail Automatic climate control[...]

181 Controls in detail Automatic climate contro l Automatic climate control panel Item 1 Center air vent, adjustable 2 Cockpit air vent, fixed 3 Side defroster vent 4 Side air vent, adjustable 5 Center air vent, adjustable 6 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side air vents 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for center air v ents 8 Thumbw[...]

182 Controls in detail Automatic climate control The automatic cl imate control is operation- al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climate c ontrol system in ei- ther the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depend- ing on the selected in terior temperature and the current outside temperature. Nearly al[...]

183 Controls in detail Automatic climate contro l Deactivating the automati c climate control s ystem Deactivating 왘 Press button ´ ( 컄 page 181) . The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Reactiva ting 왘 Press button ´ ( 컄 page 181). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. The previous settings are in effect again. or 왘 Turn one o[...]

184 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Air distribution in automat ic mode You can separately adjust the air distribu- tion for each side of the passenger com- partment. Activating 왘 Press control button 2 or 6 ( 컄 page 181). The control button is engaged. The U symbol on the control button comes on. Air distribution for the re- spect[...]

185 Controls in detail Automatic climate contro l Adjusting air distribution Use air distribution controls 2 and 6 ( 컄 page 181) to separately ad just the air distribution on each side of the passenger compartment. The following symbols are found on the controls: 왘 Press control button 2 or 6 ( 컄 page 181) until the control button sticks up s[...]

186 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Adjusting air volume Use air volume control a ( 컄 page 181) for both automatic ( 컄 page 183) and manual air volume adjustment. Nine blower speeds are available. 왘 Press control button a ( 컄 page 181). The control button sticks up slightly. The U symbol on the control button goes out. Automati[...]

187 Controls in detail Automatic climate contro l Activating 왘 Press button P ( 컄 page 181) . The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air conditioning switches to the fol- lowing functions automatically: 앫 cooling on to dehumidify 앫 maximum blower speed and heating power 앫 air flows onto the windshield and the front side windows ?[...]

188 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating 왘 Briefly press button , ( 컄 page 181). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. Deactivating 왘 Briefly press button , ( 컄 page 181). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. i The air recirculation mode is activated automatically 앫 at high outside temperatures 앫 if the con[...]

189 Controls in detail Automatic climate contro l At outside temperatures above 79°F (26 °C) the system wi ll not automatically switch back to outside air. Air conditioning The air conditioning (cooling) function is operational when the engine is running and cools the vehicle interior down to the se- lected temperature. In addition, the cool- ing[...]

190 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating Moist air can fog up the windows. You can dehumidify the air with the air condition- ing. 왘 Press button 2 once more ( 컄 page 181). The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134A. This refrigerant is free of CFCs which are harmful to the ozon[...]

191 Controls in detail Automatic climate contro l Deactivating 왘 Press button T ( 컄 page 1 81). The indicator lamp on the button goes out. The residual heat is automatically turned off: 앫 when the ignition is switched on 앫 after about 30 minutes 앫 if the battery voltage drops 앫 when the coolant temperature is too low Ventilated storage [...]

192 Controls in detail Power windows Opening and closing the windows The windows are opened and closed elec- trically. The switches for all the windows are on the driver’s door. The switch for the passenger side windows is on the passen- ger door. 1 Left door and rear side windows 2 Right door and rear side windows 왘 Switch on the ignition ( ?[...]

193 Controls in detail Power windows Opening the door windows 왘 Press switch 1 or 2 to the resistance point. The corresponding door window will move downwards until you release the switch. Opening the rear side windows if the hardtop is closed: 왘 Open the door window. 왘 Press switch 1 or 2 to the resistance point again. The corresponding rear[...]

194 Controls in detail Power windows Fully closing the door windows (Express-close) 왘 Pull switch 1 or 2 past the resi s- tance point and release. The corresponding door window closes completely. If the upward movement of the door win- dow is blocked during the closing proce- dure, the door window will stop and open slightly. Stopping windows 왘[...]

195 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop 왔 Retractable hardtop Opening and closing the retractab le hardtop For safety reasons, the retractable hardtop can only be opened and closed when the vehicle is standing still. Wa r n i n g ! G Before operating the switch for the retract- able hardtop, make sure there is no danger of anyone being injure [...]

196 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop Luggage cover The luggage cover is located in the trunk. 1 Handle 2 Holders Closing luggage cover 왘 Pull out the luggage cover using handle 1 . 왘 Hook the luggage cover into left and right side holders 2 . Opening luggage cover 왘 Unhook luggage cover from side hold- ers. 왘 While holding on to handl[...]

197 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop 왘 Pull up on the hardtop switch as indi- cated by the arrow until the hardtop is completely lowered into its trunk stor- age compartment and the indicator lamp in the hardtop switch goes out. The multifunction display will briefly show the message K in operation . Closing the retractable ha rdtop with th[...]

198 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop Locking the retractable hardtop after raising/lowering If the retractable hardtop is not properly locked, lock it as described below. Unlocked status noticed when st opped 왘 Switch on the ignition. 왘 To lock the hardtop in its fully closed position, press hardtop swit ch forward. or: 왘 To lock the ha[...]

199 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop Opening the retracta ble hardtop with the SmartKey (Summer opening feature) 왘 Aim the transmitter eye at the door handle. The SmartKey must be in close proxim- ity to the outside door handle. 왘 Press and hold button Œ until the retractable hardtop is comp letely open. The seat ventilation for the driv[...]

200 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop Closing th e retract able hardt op with the SmartKey (Convenience feature) 왘 Aim the transmitter eye at the door handle. The SmartKey must be in close proxim- ity to the outside door handle. 왘 Press and hold button ‹ until the retractable hardtop is c ompletely closed. The retract able hardtop a nd t[...]

201 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop 앫 The hardtop drive system has shut it- self down. For safety reasons, no more than five consecutive attempts may be made to raise or lower the hardtop. 왘 After about 10 minutes you may again attempt to open or close the retractable hardtop. If the indicator lamp in the retractable hardtop switch flash[...]

202 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop 1 Guide tabs 왘 Slide the wind screen into the roll bar until the guide taps on each side latch underneath the roll bar. Make sure the fastening straps do not get caught. 왘 Raise the roll bar slightly ( 컄 page 75). 2 Buckle 왘 Guide the fastening straps around the top of the roll bar and close buckle[...]

203 Controls in detail Retractable hardtop 왘 Lower the roll bar. Make sure the fas- tening straps do not get caught. 왘 Pull the wind screen out towards the front of the vehicle. Be careful not to damage interior trim with the guide tabs. 왘 Place the wind screen back into the bag. Sunshade for panorama roof * The sunshade protects you from exc[...]

204 Controls in detail Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are de- scribed on the following pages: 앫 Cruise control and Distronic*, with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed 앫 ABC with vehicle level control systems, with which you can change vehicle sus- pension characteristics 앫 Parktronic*, which assists the driver [...]

205 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Set current or higher speed 2 Set current or lower speed 3 Cancel cruise control 4 Resume at last set speed Setting current speed 왘 Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. 왘 Briefly lift 1 or depress 2 the cruise control lever. The current speed is set. 왘 Remove your foot from the accelerator pe[...]

206 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting a higher speed 왘 Lift the cruise control in direction of arrow 1 ( 컄 page 205) and hold it there until the desired speed is reached. 왘 Release the cruise control lever. The new speed is set. Setting a lower speed 왘 Depress the cruise control in direction of arrow 2 ( 컄 page 205) and h old it [...]

207 Controls in detail Driving systems Fine adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) incremen ts Faster 왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 ( 컄 page 205) . Slower 왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 2 ( 컄 page 205) . Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) 왘 Briefly pull the cru[...]

208 Controls in detail Driving systems It is the driver’s responsibility at all times to be attentive to road, weather and traffic con- ditions and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the v ehicle. Wa r n i n g ! G Distronic is a convenience system, its speed adjustment reduction ca pability is[...]

209 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic displays in the speedometer dial If Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the DTR indicator lamp E in the speedometer dial comes on white. If Distronic calculates that there is a dan- ger of collision 앫 the DTR warning lamp E in the speedometer comes on red 앫 an intermittent warning sounds [...]

210 Controls in detail Driving systems 1 Red DTR w arning la mp E Wa r n i n g ! G An intermittent warning sounds and the DTR war ning la mp (re d) E in the spee d- ometer dial is illuminated if the Distronic system calculates that the distance to the vehicle ahead and your vehicle’s current speed indicate that Distronic will not be ca- pable of [...]

211 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic menu in the control system In the Distronic menu you can read the cur- rent settings for Distr onic. What appears in the left multifunction display depends on whether the Distronic is turned on or off. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see one of the following dis- plays. Distronic deact[...]

212 Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control lever The Distronic system is operated by means of the cruise control lever. The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever found on the left-hand side of the steering column. 1 Set current or higher speed 2 Set current or lower speed 3 Deactivate Distronic 4 Resume at last set speed Activating[...]

213 Controls in detail Driving systems 왘 Briefly lift or depress the cruise control lever. The current speed is set. 왘 Remove your foot fr om the accelerator pedal. Setting a higher speed 왘 Briefly tip the cruise control in direction of arrow 1 ( 컄 page 212) to increase the vehicle speed in increments of 5 mph (Canada: 10 km /h). The new sp[...]

214 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) 왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 4 ( 컄 page 212). Distronic is set to the last stored speed. 왘 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Deactivati ng Distronic There are several wa ys to deactiva te the Distronic system:[...]

215 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting the following d istance in Distronic You can set the specified following dis- tance for Distronic by varying the time set- ting between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds. Using this time setting and the current speed of your vehicle, Distronic calculates and sets the required following distance to the vehi- cle ahea[...]

216 Controls in detail Driving systems When pressing the brake pedal, the warn- ing sound ceases. The warning sound will also cease when the distance to the vehi- cle ahead is sufficient again without apply- ing the brakes. In this case, the distance warning lamp will also go out. Activating 왘 Press switch 1 . The indicator lamp on the switch com[...]

217 Controls in detail Driving systems The most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially at times of snow and ice or heavy rain. In such a case, Dis- tronic will switch off, and the message Distronic Currently unavailable. See Oper. Manual appears in the multifunction display. For clean[...]

218 Controls in detail Driving systems Offset driving A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by Distronic. There will be insuffi- cient distance to the vehicle ahead. Lane changing Distronic has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes. There will be insufficient distance to the vehicle ah[...]

219 Controls in detail Driving systems Active Body Control (ABC) The ABC system automatically selects the optimum suspension tuning and ride height for your vehicle. Suspension tuning The suspension tuning is set according to: 앫 Your driving style 앫 Road surface conditions 앫 The vehicle loading 앫 Your choice of suspension style You can set [...]

220 Controls in detail Driving systems Vehicle level control Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to: 앫 increase vehicle safety 앫 reduce fuel consumption The vehicle chassis ride height is raised or lowered according to the selected level setting and to the vehicle speed: 앫 With increasing speed, ride height is re- duced by up t[...]

221 Controls in detail Driving systems The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary: Vehicle level when stationary Use for Height increase over normal Automatic low ering Indicator lamps ( 컄 page 222) Normal Normal operation None Max. approx. 0. 5 in (12 mm) Both lamps off Level 1 Driving with snow chains ( [...]

222 Controls in detail Driving systems The button with the indicator la mps is lo- cated in the lower section of the center console. 1 Indicator lamp 1 2 Indicator lamp 2 3 Vehicle level control button 왘 Start the engine ( 컄 page 49). 왘 Briefly press button 3 to change from one level setting to the next. 앫 The normal level is selected if bo[...]

223 Controls in detail Driving systems Parktronic * (Parking assist ) The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during park- ing maneuvers. It visu ally and audibly indi- cates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle. The Parktronic system is automatically ac- tivated when you switch on the ignition,[...]

224 Controls in detail Driving systems Range of the sensor s To function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice snow and slush. Clean the sensors regularly, being careful not to scratch or damage the sensors, see “Cleaning the Parktronic system* sensors” ( 컄 page 326). Front sensors Rear sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners [...]

225 Controls in detail Driving systems Minimum distanc e If the system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning segments illuminate and you h ear a warning signal . If the obstacle is closer than the minimum distance, the actual distance may no long- er be indicated by the system. Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the[...]

226 Controls in detail Driving systems As your vehicle approaches an object, one or more distance segments will illuminate, depending on the distance. When the eighth distance segment illuminates, you have reached t he minimum distance. 앫 Front area: An intermittent acoustic warning will sound as the first red dis- tance segment illuminates and a[...]

227 Controls in detail Driving systems Parktronic system malf unction If only the red distance segments illumi - nate and a warning sounds, there is a mal- function in the Parktronic system. The Parktronic system will automatically switch off after 20 seconds and the indica- tor lamp in the Parktronic switch comes on. 왘 Have the Parktronic system[...]

228 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Storage compartments Glove box 1 Glove box lid release 2 Glove box lid Opening glove box 왘 Press glove box lid release 1 . Glove box lid 2 opens downward. Closing glove box 왘 Push glove box lid 2 up to close. Door storage compartments 1 Release button 2 Storage compartment lid Wa r n i n g ! G To help avo[...]

229 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Opening 왘 Press release button 1 . Storage compartment lid 2 lid opens upwards. Armrest storage compartments The buttons are located under the cushion of the armrest. 1 Button to open storage tray 2 Button to open storage compartment Opening storage tra y 왘 Press button 1 and lift the armrest. Opening sto[...]

230 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Locking the storage compartments separately You can lock the storage compartments separately, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. 1 Separately unlocking storage compart- ments 2 Separately locking storage compart- ments 왘 Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKe y ( 컄 page 385). 왘 Insert[...]

231 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Parcel net in passeng er footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the passenger footwell. It is for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc. Parcel ne t in trunk There are three nets available in the trunk to secure loads: 앫 a pocket net on each side of the right and left trunk side[...]

232 Controls in detail Useful f eatures 1 Holder 2 Strap 3 Latch 4 Release button 왘 Pull strap 2 out of holder 1 . 왘 Secure the luggage with the strap so that it cannot move. 왘 Insert strap 2 into latch 3 . Releasing strap 왘 Press release button 4 and guide strap 2 back to holder 1 . Cup holders Wa r n i n g ! G The shelf below the re ar wi[...]

233 Controls in detail Useful fe atures 1 Left cup holder 2 Right cup holder Opening 왘 Briefly press cup holder cover. The cup holder opens automatically. Ashtray 1 Cover plate 2 Sliding knob Opening ashtray 왘 Briefly touch cover plate 1 . The ashtray opens automatically. Closing ashtray 왘 Press cover plate 1 down until it latches. Removing t[...]

234 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Cigarette lighter 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). 1 Cigarette li ghter 왘 Push in cigarette lighter 1 . The lighter wil l pop out au tomatically when hot. Wa r n i n g ! G Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. When leaving the vehicle,[...]

235 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Heated st eering whe el* The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel. The stalk is on the lowe r left-hand side of the steering wheel. 1 Switching on 2 Indicator lamp 3 Switching off Switchin g on 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). 왘 Turn the switch at the tip of the s[...]

236 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Load assist in the trunk To facilitate trunk loading after opening the lid, use the load assist feature to raise the retracted hardtop from its storage position in the trunk. 1 Retracted har dtop 2 Luggage co ver 3 Load assist button Raising the hardtop The hardtop can only be raised when the luggage cover is[...]

237 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Power outlet An electrical outlet is located on the right side of the trunk. 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). 왘 Flip up cover and insert electrical plug (cigar lighter type). Telephone* Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele- phone or a citizens band unit, should only be used inside the vehic[...]

238 Controls in detail Useful f eatures You can take and place telephone calls us- ing the s and t buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele- phone functions, use the control system ( 컄 page 159). See separate instruction manual for in- structions on how to operate the tele- phone. Tele Aid The Tele Aid system (Tele matic A larm I de[...]

239 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password. By visiting www.mbusa.com and selecting “Tele Aid” (USA only), you will have access to account information, remote door unlock, and more. System self-chec k Initially, after switching on the ignition,[...]

240 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) or airbags deploy. An emergency call can also be initiated manually by opening the cover next to the interior rear view mirror labeled SOS, then briefly pressing the button locat[...]

241 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Initiating an emerge ncy call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button 왘 Briefly press on cover 1 . The cover opens. 왘 Press SOS button 2 briefly. The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded. 왘 Wait for a voice connection to the Re- sponse Center. 왘 Close cover 1 after the[...]

242 Controls in detail Useful f eatures A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. 왘 Describe the nature of the need for as- sistance. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your veh icle t[...]

243 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Information button ¡ The Information button ¡ is located be- low the center armrest cover. 왘 Press and hold the button (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to the Customer Assistance Cen- ter will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting call will appear in [...]

244 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Call priority If other service calls such as a Roadside Assistance call or Information call are ac- tive, an Emergency call is still possibl e. In this case, the Emergency call will take pri- ority and override all other active calls. Response Center was established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiat[...]

245 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Remote door unlock In case you have locked your vehicle unin- tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the reserve SmartKey is not handy: 왘 Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (i n Canada). You will be asked to provide your pass- word which you p[...]

246 Controls in detail Useful f eatures The Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature. Stolen Vehicle Recovery services In the event your vehicle was stolen: 왘 Report the incident to the police. The police will issue a numbered incident report. 왘 Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center[...]

247 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Garage door opener The integrated remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled devices. It provides a convenient way to re- place up to three hand-held remote con- trols used to operate devices such as garage door openers, gate openers, or oth- er devices compatible with HomeLink ?[...]

248 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Programming the integrated remote control Step 1: 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). Step 2: 왘 If you have previously programmed an signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time, press and hold[...]

249 Controls in detail Useful fe atures Step 5: 왘 After the indicator lamp 1 changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light, release the hand-held remote control button and the signal transmitter but- ton. Step 6: 왘 Press and hold the just-trained signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ) and observe the indicator lamp 1 . If the indicator lamp[...]

250 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Step 9: 왘 Press the “training” button on the ga- rage door opener motor head unit. The “training light” is activated. You have 30 seconds to initiate the follow- ing two steps. Step 10: 왘 Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release the pro- grammed signa l transmitter b [...]

251 Controls in detail Useful fe atures 왘 While still holding down the signal transmitter button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ), “cycle” your hand-held remote control button 6 as follows: Press and hold button 6 for 2 seconds, then release it for 2 seconds, and again press and hold it for 2 seconds. Repeat this se- quence on the hand-held remote con- trol un[...]

252 Controls in detail Useful f eatures Operation of integrated r emote contro l 왘 Switch on the ignition ( 컄 page 36). 왘 Select and press the appropriate inte- grated signal transmitt er button ( 2 , 3 or 4 ) to activate the remote con- trolled device. The integrated remote control trans- mitter continues to send the signal as long as the bu[...]

253 Controls in detail Useful fe atures 앫 If another hand-held remote control is available for the same device, try the programming steps again usin g that other hand-held remote control. Make sure new batteries are in the hand-held remote control before beginning the procedure. 앫 Straighten the antenna wire from the garage door opener assembly[...]

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255 Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care[...]

256 Operation In the “Operation” section you will find de- tailed information on operating, maintai n- ing and caring for your vehicle. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously yo u treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later on. 앫 Drive your vehicle during the first 100[...]

257 Operation Driving instructions 왔 Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel Fuel consumption, to a great extent, de- pends on driving habits and operating con- ditions. To save fuel you should: 앫 Keep tires at the recommended infla- tion pressures. 앫 Remove unnecessary loads. 앫 Allow engine to warm up under low load use. 앫 Avoi[...]

258 Operation Driving instructions Power assistance Brakes Wa r n i n g ! G The brake system requires electrical energy for operatio n. A malfunction in the ve hicle’s power supply or electrical system may impair brake sys- tem operation and switch it into its emer- gency operation mode. In such a case, the red brake warning lamp ( 컄 page 334) [...]

259 Operation Driving instructions To help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable to brake the vehicle with considerable force prior to parking. The heat generated serves to dry the brakes. If your brake system is normally only sub- jected to moderate loads, you should occa- sion[...]

260 Operation Driving instructions High-perf ormance br ake system (SL 65 AMG only) The high-performance brake system is de- signed to operate unde r the extremely high operating demands required to accommo- date the performance capabilities of the vehicle. The brakes may produce a squeak- ing-type noise depending on the 앫 vehicle speed 앫 brake[...]

261 Operation Driving instructions Parking Tires Treadwear indicators (TWI) ar e required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and be- come visible at a tread depth of approxi - mately 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm), at which point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced. Wa r n i n g ! G Do not park this veh[...]

262 Operation Driving instructions The treadwear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread. Specified tire inflati on pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are subjected to extreme operating conditions (e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high ambient temperatures). Hydrop laning Depending on the depth of the wate[...]

263 Operation Driving instructions Tire tra ction The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road. You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends winter tires ( 컄 page 315) with a minimum tread depth o[...]

264 Operation Driving instructions SL 500 SL 500 with Sport Package* Your vehicle is factory equipped with “W”-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 168 mph (270 km / h). An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 155 mph (250 km / h). SL 600 SL 600 with Sport Package* SL 55 AMG SL 65 AMG Your vehicle is fac[...]

265 Operation Driving instructions Road salts and chemicals can adversely af- fect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary to produce the normal brake effect. Depressing the brake pedal periodically when traveling at length on salt-strewn roads can bring road-salt-impaired braking efficiency back to normal. If the vehicle is [...]

266 Operation Driving instructions Passenger compar tment Driving a broad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Center directory, you should request pertinent information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Control an[...]

267 Operation Driving instructions Catalytic converter Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial con- trol of the pollutants in the exhaust emis- sions. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our rec- ommended mai[...]

268 Operation Driving instructions Coolant temperature During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go city traf fic, the coolant tem- perature may rise close to approx. 266°F (130°C). The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature over 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious en- gine damage which is not covered by the Me[...]

269 Operation At the gas station 왔 At the gas station Refuelling The fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO * automatically l ocks/un- locks the fuel filler flap. 왘 Turn off the engine 앫 by turning the SmartKey to posit[...]

270 Operation At the gas station 왘 Replace the fuel cap by turning it clock- wise until it audibly engages. 왘 Close the fuel filler flap. You should hear the latch close shut. Wa r n i n g ! G Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pres- sure in the system which could cause a gas discharge. This could cause the gas to spray back out when remov[...]

271 Operation At the gas station Check regularly and before a long trip For information on quantities and require- ments of operating agents, see “Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.” ( 컄 page 445). 왘 Open the hood ( 컄 page 272). 1 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 2 Brake fluid 3 Coolant level Windshield washer and headlamp cl[...]

272 Operation Engine compartment Hood Opening 1 Hood release 왘 Pull lever 1 downwards. The hood is unlocked. 2 Lever for opening the hood 왘 Push lever 2 on the hood upwards. 왘 Pull up on the hood and then release it. The hood will be automatically held open at shoulder height by gas-filled struts. Wa r n i n g ! G Do not pull the release leve[...]

273 Operation Engine compartment Closing 왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap- proximately 1 1 / 2 ft (50 cm). The hood will lock audibly. 왘 Check to make sure the hood is fully closed. If you can raise the hood at a point above the headlamps, then it is not properly closed. Open it again and let it drop with somewhat greater force. Wa r n i[...]

274 Operation Engine compartment Engine oil The amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Higher oil consumption can occur when 앫 the vehicle is new 앫 the vehicle is driven frequently at higher engine speeds Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the vehi cle break-in period. C[...]

275 Operation Engine compartment One of the following messages will subsequently appear in the right multi- function display: 앫 Engine oil level OK 앫 Add 1.0 qt. to reach max. oil level (Canada: 1.0 l ) 앫 Add 1.5 qts. to reach max. oil level (Canada: 1.5 l ) 앫 Add 2.0 qts. to reach max. oil level (Canada: 2.0 l ) 왘 If necessary, add engin[...]

276 Operation Engine compartment If there is excess engine oil with the engine at normal operating temperature, the following message will appear: Engine oil level Reduce oil level 왘 Have excess oil siphoned or drained off. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For more information on messages in the display concerning engine oil, see the ?[...]

277 Operation Engine compartment SL 65 AMG 1 Filler cap 왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck. 왘 Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to overfill with oil. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding. Avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground or water. 왘 Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck. For more information o[...]

278 Operation Engine compartment Coolant The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the engine must be cool. The coolant expansion tank is located on the passenger side of the engine compart- ment. 1 Coolant expansion tank 왘 Using a rag, turn th[...]

279 Operation Engine compartment Battery Your vehicle is equipped with two batter- ies: 앫 The starter battery (located in the en- gine compartment) 앫 The battery for electrical consumers (located in the trunk) These batteries should always be suffi- ciently charged in order to achieve their rated service life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for b[...]

280 Operation Engine compartment Windshield wash er system and headlamp cleaning system The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartment. 1 Washer fluid reservoir Fluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. It has a capacity of appr ox. 7.4 US qt. ( 7 [...]

281 Operation Tires and wheels 왔 Tires and wheels See an authorized Me rcedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase. Retreaded tires are not tested or recom- mended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous damage cannot always b[...]

282 Operation Tires and wheels Tire care and maintenance Regularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa- tion on checking tire inflation pressure, see “Recommended tire in flation pres- sure” ( 컄 page 291). Tire inspection Every time you check your tire inflation pressure, you should also inspect your tir[...]

283 Operation Tires and wheels Tread dept h Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduce d at tread depths under 1 / 8 in (3 mm). Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approx- im[...]

284 Operation Tires and wheels Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advan- tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor- mance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in t he direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation (spinning) of the tire. Loading the vehicle Two lab[...]

285 Operation Tires and wheels 1 Driver’s door B-pillar Following is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the two placards with regards to loading your vehi- cle. Tire and Loading Information Your vehicle is equipped with either the Tire and Loading Information placard (Example A) or the Ve hicle Tire Information placard [...]

286 Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Example A) 1 Load limit information on the Tire and Loading Information placard The placard showing the load limit informa- tion is located on the dr iver’s doo r B-pillar. If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard (Example A), locate the statement “The combined weight of o[...]

287 Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Exampl e A) 1 Seating capacity Placard (Example B) 1 Seating capacity Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Ti tle 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act o[...]

288 Operation Tires and wheels Step 2 왘 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your veh icle. Step 3 왘 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilo- grams or XXX lbs. Step 4 왘 The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example[...]

289 Operation Tires and wheels The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available. For more information, see “Trailer tongue load” ( 컄 page 290). Example Combined weight limit of occu- pants and cargo from placard Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Occupants weight Combined weight of all occ[...]

290 Operation Tires and wheels Certification label Even after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue load (if appl icable) ( 컄 page 290) as to not exceed the permis- sible load limit, you must make sure that your vehicle never exceeds the Gross Vehi - cle Weight Rating (G VWR) and the Gross Axl[...]

291 Operation Tires and wheels Recommended tire inflation pressure Your vehicle is equipped with either the Tire and Loading Information plac ard (Example A) or the Vehicle Tire Information placard (Example B) located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( 컄 page 285). The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be ad- just[...]

292 Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Example B) 1 Vehicle Tire Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressures Placard (Example B) lists the recommend- ed cold tire inflation pressures for maxi- mum loaded vehicle weight. T he tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment. Important notes o[...]

293 Operation Tires and wheels Checking tire inflation pressure Regularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. The tires can be considered cold if the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If you check the tire infl[...]

294 Operation Tires and wheels Wa r n i n g ! G When the multifunction display shows the message Tire pressure Check tires , one or more of your tires is significantly un - der-inflated. You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inf late them to the proper tire inflation pressure as indicated on the vehicle’s tire information [...]

295 Operation Tires and wheels Reactivating the Run Flat Indicator The tire inflation pressure monitor must be reactivated in the following situations: 앫 If you have changed the tire inflation pressure 앫 I f y o u ha v e r e p l a c e d t h e w h e e l s o r t i r e s 앫 If you have installed new wheels or tires 왘 Using the tire placard on t[...]

296 Operation Tires and wheels Checking tire pressure electronically with the Tire Pres sur e Monitoring System (TPMS), (USA only) The TPMS only functions on wheels that are equipped with the proper electronic sensors. It monitors the tire inflation pres- sure, as selected by the driver, in all four tires. A warning is issued to alert you to a decr[...]

297 Operation Tires and wheels Underinflation also reduces fue l efficiency and tire tread life, an d may affect the vehi- cle’s handling an d stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv- er’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if unde r-inflation has not re[...]

298 Operation Tires and wheels Reactivating the TPMS The TPMS must be reactivated when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure to a new level (e.g. because of different l oad or driving conditions). The TPMS is then recalibrated to the current tire inflation pressures. 왘 Using the tire placard on the driver’s door B-pillar ( 컄 page 285)[...]

299 Operation Tires and wheels 왘 Press the æ button. The following message will appear in the multifunction display: Tire pres. monitor reactivated After driving a few minutes the system verifies that the current tire inflation pressures are within the system’s specified range. Afterwards the current tire inflation pressures are accepted as re[...]

300 Operation Tires and wheels MO Extended system* The MO Extended system allows you to continue driving your vehicle even if there is a total loss of pressure in one or more tires. You may only use the MO Extended system in conjunction with the Run Flat Indicator* (Canada vehicles) ( 컄 page 293) or TPMS (U.S. vehicles) ( 컄 page 296). For infor[...]

301 Operation Tires and wheels Tire size designati o n, load and speed rating 1 Tire width 2 Aspect ratio in % 3 Radial tire code 4 Rim diameter 5 Tire load rating 6 Tire speed rating General: Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter preceding the tire size designation. No letter [...]

302 Operation Tires and wheels Rim diameter The rim diameter 4 ( 컄 page 301) is the diameter of the bead seat, not the diameter of the rim edge. Rim diameter i s indicated in inches (in). Tire load rating The tire load rating 5 ( 컄 page 301) is a numerical code associated with the maximum l oad a tir e can support . For example, a load rating o[...]

303 Operation Tires and wheels Tire speed rating The tire speed rating 6 ( 컄 page 301) indicates the approv ed max imum speed for the tire. Summer ti res 앫 At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a “ZR” in the size designation (for exam- ple: 245/40 ZR18). To determine the m[...]

304 Operation Tires and wheels 앫 Any tire wi th a speed c apability ab ove 186 mph (300 km/h) must include a “ZR” in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthesis. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99Y). The “(Y)” speed rating in paren- thesis designates the maximum speed capability of the tire as being above 186 mph[...]

305 Operation Tires and wheels In addition to tire load rating, special load information may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designating the tire speed rating 1 ( 컄 page 304). No specification given: absence of any text (like in above example) indicates a standard load (SL) tire. XL or Extra Load: designates an extra load (o[...]

306 Operation Tires and wheels DOT (D epartment o f T ransportation ) A tire branding symbol 1 ( 컄 page 305) which denotes the tire meets require- ments of the U.S. Depa rtment of Transpor- tation. Manufacturer’s id entification mark The manufacturer’s identification mark 2 ( 컄 page 305) denotes the tire manufacturer. New tires have a mark [...]

307 Operation Tires and wheels For more information on tire load rating ( 컄 page 302). For information on calculating total and cargo load capacities ( 컄 page 28 7). Maximum tire inflation pressur e 1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This is the maximum permissible tire inflation pressure for the tire. Always follow the recommended t[...]

308 Operation Tires and wheels Uniform Tire Qu ality Grading Sta ndards (U.S. ve hicles ) Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. 1 Treadwear 2 Traction 3 Temperature resistance Quality grades can be found, where appli- cable, on the tire sidewall between tre[...]

309 Operation Tires and wheels Tractio n The traction grades, from highest to low- est, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades rep- resent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance. Temperature Th[...]

310 Operation Tires and wheels Tire ply material 1 Plies in sidewall 2 Plies under tread This marking tells you about the type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread . Tire and loading terminology Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power [...]

311 Operation Tires and wheels DOT (D epartment o f T ransportation) A tire branding symbol which denotes the tire meets requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation. GAWR (G ross A xl e W eight R atin g) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear[...]

312 Operation Tires and wheels PSI (P ounds per s quare i nch) A standard unit of measure for air pressure -> bar, kilopascal (kPa ). Recommended tire inflation pressure Recommended tire inflation pressure listed on placard located on driver’s door B-pillar for normal driving conditions. Provides best handling, tread life and riding comfort. R[...]

313 Operation Tires and wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading Sta ndards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, temperature and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. Vehicle capacity weight Rate[...]

314 Operation Tires and wheels For information on wheel change, see the “Practical hints” section ( 컄 page 383) and ( 컄 page 399). Wa r n i n g ! G Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel. Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 96 lb-ft (130 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes -Benz wheel bolts specified fo[...]

315 Operation Winter driving 왔 Winter driving Before the onset of winter, have your vehi- cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service in- cludes: 앫 Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. 앫 Addition of cleaning concentrate to the water of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system. Add MB Concentrate “S?[...]

316 Operation Winter driving Always observe the speed rating of the winter tires installed on your vehicle. If the maximum speed for which your t ires are rated is below the speed rating of your ve- hicle, you must place a notice to this effect where it will be seen by the driver. Such no- tices are available at your tire dealer or any authorized M[...]

317 Operation Winter driving Snow chains Snow chains should only be driven on snow-covered roads at speeds not to ex- ceed 30 mph (50 km/h). Remove chains as soon as possible when dri ving on roads without snow. Please observe the following guidelines when using snow chains: 앫 Use of snow chains is not permissible with all wheel/tire combinations[...]

318 Operation Maintenanc e We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet at the times called for by the maintenance service indi- cator. Failure to have the vehicle main tained in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet and the maintenance service indicato[...]

319 Operation Maintenance 1 Reset button 왘 Press reset button 1 on the instru- ment cluster. The maintenance service indicator message is cleared and the standard display appears in the multifunction display ( 컄 page 140). Maintenance service term exc eeded If you have exceeded the suggested main- tenance service term, you will see the fol- low[...]

320 Operation Maintenanc e Resetting the main tenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can have the maintenance service indicator re- set. The automotive maintenance facility carrying out the maintenance service will find the information for r[...]

321 Operation Vehicle care 왔 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle While in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying external in- fluences which, if gone unchecked, can at- tack the paintwork as well as the underbody and cause lasting damage. Such damage is caused not only by ex- treme and varying climatic condit[...]

322 Operation Vehicle care We have selected car -care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or [...]

323 Operation Vehicle care Paintwork, painted body components Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not “b ead up”. This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months, depending on climate and washing deter- gent used. Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if the paint surfac[...]

324 Operation Vehicle care Hand-wash Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. 왘 Only use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo . 왘 Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a dif- fused jet of water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake. 왘 Use plenty of water and rinse the s[...]

325 Operation Vehicle care Ornamental moldings For regular cleaning and care of ornamen- tal moldings, use a use damp cloth. Headlamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses 왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, s uch as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water. Cleaning the Distronic * system sensor cover 1 Distronic* system [...]

326 Operation Vehicle care 왘 Restart the engine after cleaning sen- sor cover 1 . Cleaning the Parktroni c system* sensors 1 Parktronic system* sensors in front bumper 왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers. ! To preve[...]

327 Operation Vehicle care Wiper blades 왘 Turn on the wipers and place them in a vertical position. For information on how to position the wip- ers in a vertical position, see “Replacing wiper blades” ( 컄 page 397). 왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution. Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades 왘 Swi[...]

328 Operation Vehicle care 왘 Fold the w iper arms forw ard until the y snap into place. 왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution. 왘 Use a soft, clean cl oth and a mild win- dow cleaning solution on all outside and inside glass surfaces. An automotive glass cleaner is recom- mended. Rear window cleaning Clean t[...]

329 Operation Vehicle care Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week. 왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, a soft bristle brush and a s trong spray of water for cleaning the light al- loy wheels. Instrument cluster and cup holders 왘 Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a washing solutio[...]

330 Operation Vehicle care Steering wheel and gear selector lever 왘 Wipe with a damp c loth and dry thor- oughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Carpets 왘 Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Fabric Care for cleaning the car- pets. Headlin er 왘 Use a soft bristle brush or a dry-sham- poo cleaner in case of excessive dirt. [...]

331 Practical hints What to do if … Where will I find ...? Locking/unlocking in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses[...]

332 Practical hints What to do if … Lamps in the instrument cluster General information: If any of the following lamps in the instru- ment cluster fails to come on during the bulb self-check when switching on the igni- tion, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary. Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution v The yel[...]

333 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conseque nce Suggested solution - The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while driving. The ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off. The BAS and the ESP ® are also switched off (see messages in display). The electro-hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but wit[...]

334 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving and you hear a warning sound. You are driving with the parking brake set. 왘 Release the parking brake ( 컄 page 51). ; (USA only) 3 (Canada only) The red brake warning lamp com[...]

335 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conseque nce Suggested solution ú (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving. There is a malfunction in: 앫 The fuel injection system 앫 The ignition system 앫 The emission control system 앫 Systems which effect emissions Such malf[...]

336 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution ú (USA only) ± (Canada only) The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving. Your fuel tank is empty. 왘 After refuelling, start, turn off, and re- start the engine three or four times in succession. The limp-home mode is canceled. Yo[...]

337 Practical hints What to do if … Wa r n i n g ! G Driving when your e ngine is badly o verheat- ed can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. You co uld be seriously burn ed. Steam fro m an overheat ed engine can cause serious burns and can oc cur just by ope ning the engine hood. Stay away from the [...]

338 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution E The red DTR indicator lamp comes on while driving and you hear a warning sound. 앫 You are gaining too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you. 앫 The distance warning system has recog- nized a stationary obstacle on your prob- able line of travel. 왘 Apply[...]

339 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conseque nce Suggested solution C The yellow roll bar warning lamp comes on or flickers when the engine is running. The roll bar is not operational. For safety reasons, always have the roll bar raised when driving with the retract- able hardtop open. 왘 Attempt to raise the roll bar manu[...]

340 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution < The red seat belt telltale comes on and a warning chime sounds for approximately 6 seconds after starting the engine with all doors closed. The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts before driving off. 왘 Fasten y[...]

341 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/conseque nce Suggested solution 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving. There is a malfunction in the restraint sys- tems. The airbags or Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident. 왘 Drive with added caution to the near[...]

342 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution H Combination low tire pres- sure/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS illuminates contin- uously. The TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. 왘 Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Observe [...]

343 Practical hints What to do if … Wa r n i n g ! G Each tire, including th e spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by t he vehicl e manufact urer on th e vehicle placard or the tire inflation pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indica[...]

344 Practical hints What to do if … AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution 7 The AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp comes on and remains illuminat- ed. A BabySmart TM child seat is installed on the front passenger seat. Therefore the passen- ger front airbag is switched off. The system is malfunctioning if the 7 in[...]

345 Practical hints What to do if … Vehicle status messages in the multi- function display Warning and malfunction messages ap- pear in the in the multifunction display lo - cated in the instrument cluster. Certain warning and malfunction messag- es are accompanied by an audible signal. Address these messages accordingly and follow the additional[...]

346 Practical hints What to do if … On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may ap- pear in the multifunction display. For your convenience the messages are di- vided into two sections: 앫 Text messages ( 컄 page 347) 앫 Symbol messages ( 컄 page 359) i Switching on the[...]

347 Practical hints What to do if … Text messages Left display Right disp lay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABC Drive carefully The capability of the ABC system i s re- stricted. This can impair handling. 왘 Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The vehicle is [...]

348 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABC Stop, car too low The car is parked on an extremely uneven surface and/or is heavily laden. 왘 Press the vehicle level control button to select level 2 ( 컄 page 222). You can continue to drive after the vehicle has raised and the mes[...]

349 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right disp lay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS Malfunction! Visit workshop! The ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off. The ESP ® and the BAS are also deacti- vated. The electro-hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but without the ABS avail able. 왘 C[...]

350 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Cruise control – – – You have attempted to resume at stored speed when no speed was stored. 왘 Set a speed ( 컄 page 205). You have attempted to set a speed be- low 20 mph (30 km/h). 왘 Accelerate to a speed exceeding 20 mph (30 km[...]

351 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right disp lay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Distronic Currently unavailable. See Oper. Manual Distronic* is switched off because 앫 the Distronic* cover in the radiator grille is dirty 앫 functionality is impaired by heavy rain or thick fog 왘 Clean the Distronic* cover in the ra[...]

352 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Distronic Visit workshop Distronic* is malfunctioning or the dis- play is malfunctioning. 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.[...]

353 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right disp lay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ESP Malfunction Visit workshop The ESP ® has detected a malfunction and switched off. The ABS may not be operational. The electro-hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP ® available. 왘 Continue driving [...]

354 Practical hints What to do if … ESP Unavailable See Oper. Manual The ESP ® is deactivated because the power supply has been interrupted. The electro-hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP ® available. 왘 Synchronize the ESP ® . With the vehicle stationary, turn the steering wheel com- pletely to the left [...]

355 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right disp lay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution P Gear selector lever to P You have tried t o start the engine with the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button with the gear selector lever not in P . 왘 Place the gear selector lever in position P . You have tried to turn off the engine with the [...]

356 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Ri ght displ ay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Run Flat Indicator inactive The Run Flat Indicator is malfunctioning. 왘 Have the Run Flat Indicator checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Check tires Then reactivate There was a warning message about a loss in the tire infl ati[...]

357 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible soluti on Tire pressure monitor currently unavailable The TPMS is unable to monitor t he tire pressure due to 앫 a nearby radio interference source. 앫 excessive wheel sensor tempera- tures. As soon as the causes for the malfunction are no longer [...]

358 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Ri ght displ ay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tire pres. monitor Wheel sensor missing One or more sensors malfunction (e.g. battery in one or more wheel sensor is empty). One or more wheels without wheel sensors mounted (e.g. spare tire). 왘 Have the TPMS checke d by an authoriz ed [...]

359 Practical hints What to do if … Symbol messages Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution # Battery/Alternator Stop vehicle The battery is malfunctioning. The electro-hydraulic brake system requires electrical energy and therefore has only limited opera- tion. Considerably greater brake pedal force is required an[...]

360 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution # Visit workshop! There is a malfunction in the elec- tronic system. 왘 Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Convenience functions Temporarily Unavailable The consumer battery has insuffi- cien[...]

361 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution T Reduced braking power! Depress brake pedal fully! The electro-hydraulic brake system is in emergency operation mode. Considerably greater brake pedal force is required and the stopping distance is increased. The maximum speed is limited t[...]

362 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution USA only: ; Canada only: 3 Reduced brake effect Visit workshop The electro-hydraulic brake system is in emergency operation mode. Considerable brake pedal force is required and the st opping distance is increased. 왘 Continue driving with [...]

363 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution USA only: ; Canada only: 3 Brake fluid below min. level Visit workshop There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir. 왘 Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle in a safe lo- cation or as soon as it is safe to do so and no- tify an authori[...]

364 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution USA only: ; Canada only: 3 Service brake Visit workshop There are malfunctions, but the electro-hydraulic brake system is operating normally. 왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Brakes overheated Drive on, but [...]

365 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ± Engine Service There may be a malfunction in the 앫 fuel injection system 앫 ignition system 앫 exhaust system 앫 fuel system 왘 Have the engine checked as soon as poss ible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center ( 컄 page 335). B C[...]

366 Practical hints What to do if … During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tempera- ture may rise close to 248°F (120°C). Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution • Coolant Stop, put engine off! The coolant is too hot. 왘 Stop the vehicle in a sa fe location and turn off the e[...]

367 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution • Coolant Stop, put engine off! The poly-V-belt could be broken. 왘 Stop the vehicle in a safe l ocation or as soon as it is safe to do so and immediately turn off the engine. 왘 Check the poly-V-belt. If it is broken: 왘 Do not contin[...]

368 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution • Coolant Visit workshop The cooling fan for the coolant is malfunctioning. 왘 Observe the coolant temperature gauge. 왘 Have the fan replaced as soon as possible. G Display malfunction Visit workshop! The displays for several systems h[...]

369 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution J Door open You are attempting to drive with one or more doors open. 왘 Close the doors. _ Entry position Do not drive The steering wheel has not yet moved into its preset driving posi- tion. 왘 Wait until the steering wheel has moved to [...]

370 Practical hints What to do if … When the message Add 1 qt engine oil at next refueling (Canada: 1l ) appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature, the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum le vel. When this occurs, the warning will first come on intermittently and then stay on if the oil level drops fur[...]

371 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible soluti on A Reserve fuel The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark. 왘 Refuel at the next gas station ( 컄 page 269). Check fuel cap See Oper. Manual A loss of pressure has been detect- ed in the fuel system. The fuel cap may not be closed[...]

372 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution O Close hood You are driving with the hood open. 왘 Close the hood ( 컄 page 273). I Remove key You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. 왘 Remove the SmartKe y from the star ter switch. Replace key The batterie[...]

373 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible soluti on F Key not detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not recognized while the engine is running because: 앫 The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not in the vehi- cle. 앫 There is strong radio-frequency interference. 왘 Stop the vehicle as so[...]

374 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution F Key still in vehicle A SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* left in the vehicle was recognized while locking the vehicle from the out- side. 왘 Take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* out of the vehicle. . 3rd brake lamp The high mounted brake lamp is m[...]

375 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible soluti on . Brake lamp Right Substitute bulb on The right brake lamp is malfunction- ing. A substitute bulb has been brought into use. 왘 Visit an authorized Me rcedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Brake lamp ! Drive to workshop! Brake lamp illu[...]

376 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . License plate lamp, L The left license plate lamp is mal- functioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible. License plate lamp, R The right license plate lamp is mal- functioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Light senso[...]

377 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Marker lamp Front left The front left side marker lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Marker lamp Front right The front right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Mark[...]

378 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Right turn signal Mirror The right turn signal in the side mir- ror is malfunctioning. This message will only appear if all light emitting diodes have stopped working. 왘 Have the LEDs replaced as soon as possible. Tail lamp Left Substit[...]

379 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution . Turn signal Rear right Substitute bulb on The right rear turn signal la mp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb has been brought into use. 왘 Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Visit workshop! The display for the lights is malfunc- ti[...]

380 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/co nsequence Possible solution H Please rectify tire pressure The tire inflation pressure is too low in one or more tires. 왘 Check and correct tire inflat ion pressure as required ( 컄 page 293). Tire pressure Caution Tire defect One or more tires is deflating. 왘 C[...]

381 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right displ ay Possible cause/consequence Possible solution H Tire pressure Check tires The tire pressure in one or more tires is already below the mini- mum value. 왘 Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. 왘 Check and adjust tire pressure as requi[...]

382 Practical hints What to do if … Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Ê Close trunk lid This message will appear whenever the trunk lid is open. 왘 Close the trunk lid. M Close trunk partition You are trying to open or close the retractable hardtop even though the luggage cover in the trunk is not pulled ou[...]

383 Practical hints Where will I find ...? 왔 Where will I find ...? First aid kit The first aid kit is located in storage com- partment under the passenger seat. 1 Handle 2 Lid 왘 Pull handle 1 up. 왘 Fold lid 2 down. You can now remove the first-aid kit. Vehicle t ool kit, ja ck, and spare wheel The vehicle tool kit, jack, and spare wheel are [...]

384 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Vehicles with spare whe el 1 Spare wheel 2 Electric air pump 3 Vehicle tool kit 4 Battery for electrical consumers 5 Jack (under spare wheel) 6 Wheel wrench (und er spare wheel) Vehicles with TIREFIT kit (SL 65 AMG only) 1 TIREFIT kit 2 Electric air pump 3 Vehicle tool kit 4 Battery for electrical consumer[...]

385 Practical hints Locking/unlocking in an emergency 왔 Locking/unlocking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the driver’s door using the SmartKey, open the door using the me- chanical key. 1 Mechanical key locking tab 2 Mechanical key 왘 Move locking tab 1 direction of ar row and slide the mechanical key 2 out of the ho[...]

386 Practical hints Locking/unlocking in an emergency Unlockin g the trun k A minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft (1.89 m) is required to open the trunk lid. If you are unable to unlock the trunk with the SmartKey, open the trunk with the me- chanical key. The handle is located above the rear li- cense plate recess. Trunk lid lock 1 Unlocki ng 2 Han[...]

387 Practical hints Locking/unlocking in an emergency 1 Separately unlocking the glove box 왘 Slide mechanical key out of SmartKey housing ( 컄 page 385). 왘 Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it to position 1 . Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey, lock it with the mechanical key as follow[...]

388 Practical hints Locking/unlocking in an emergency 1 Locking 왘 Insert the mechanical key into the driv- er’s door lock until it stops. 왘 Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 1 . The driver’s door is locked. Lowering the load assist manually If the load assist feature does not fully low- er the retractable hardtop into the trunk [...]

389 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries 왔 Replacing SmartKey batteries If the batteries in the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are dis- charged, the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is recommen ded to have the batteries re placed at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Batteries contain materials that can harm t[...]

390 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Replacement battery: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent. 왘 Remove the mechanical key ( 컄 page 385). 왘 Take the battery co mpartment out of the SmartKey hou sing ( 컄 page 389). 1 Battery 2 Tilt battery up 3 Mechanical key 왘 Using mechanical key 3 , apply pres- sure[...]

391 Practical hints Replacing bulbs 왔 Replacing bulbs Bulbs Safe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there - fore essential that all bulbs and lamp as- semblies are in good working order at all times. Correct headlamp adju stment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular interv[...]

392 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front lamps Rear lamps Lamp Type 1 Additional turn signal LED 2 Turn signal lamp 1156 NA 3 Low beam 1 1 Vehicles with Bi-Xenon* headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D2S-35W lamp. Do not replace the Xenon and Bi-Xenon* bulbs your- self. Contact an authoriz ed Mercedes-Benz Center. D2S-35 W 4 Xenon headla[...]

393 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Notes on bulb replacement 앫 Only use 12-volt bulbs of th e same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Switch the lights off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits. 앫 Always use a clean lint-free cloth when handling bulbs. 앫 Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. 앫 If the new[...]

394 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first: 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to posi- tion M ( 컄 page 123). 왘 Open the hood ( 컄 page 272). 1 Bulb socket for t urn signal lamp 2 High beam headlamp cover 3 Low beam headlamp cover (Xenon or Bi-X[...]

395 Practical hints Replacing bulbs High beam/ high beam flasher bulbs 왘 Press ends of headlamp cover tab to- gether and rem ove high be am head- lamp cover 2 . 왘 Pull the electrical connector off. 왘 Turn locking mechanism 5 counter- clockwise and take out the bulb. 왘 Insert the new bulb so that the base lo- cates in the recess on the holde[...]

396 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first: 왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to posi- tion M ( 컄 page 123). 왘 Open the trunk ( 컄 page 108). Tail lamp unit 1 Backup lamp 2 Turn signal lamp 3 Driver’s side: Rear fog lamp Passenger’s side: Sub[...]

397 Practical hints Replacing wiper blades 왔 Replacing wiper blades Removing wiper blades 왘 Turn SmartKey in starter switch t o position 1 . 왘 Turn combination switch to wiper setting II ( 컄 page 54). 왘 With wiper arms in the vertical position, turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 0 . ! Never open the hood when the wiper arms are f[...]

398 Practical hints Replacing wiper blades 왘 Fold the w iper arm forwa rd until it snaps into place. 왘 Turn wiper blade at a rig ht angle to the wiper a rm. 왘 Slide the wiper blade sideways out of the retainer. Installing wiper blades 왘 Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm in opposite direction of arrow. 왘 Rotate the wiper blade into [...]

399 Practical hints Flat tire 왔 Flat tire Your SL 55 AMG with Performance Package* and SL 65 AMG are equipped with a TIREFIT kit. Preparing the vehicle 왘 Park the vehicle in a safe distance from moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when possible. 왘 Turn on the hazard warning flashers. 왘 Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are[...]

400 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. 왘 Take TIREFIT, the sticker, and the elec- tric air pump out of the trunk. 왘 Attach the sticker wher e it will be easi ly seen by the driver on the instrument cluster. 1 TIREFIT container 2 Flap 3 Notch 4 Electrical plug 5 Air hose 6 Fl[...]

401 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Screw the air pump’s air hose 5 onto flange 6 of the TIREFIT container. 왘 Stick TIREFIT container 1 upside down into notch 3 of the electric air pump. 7 Tire valve 8 Electric air p ump switch 9 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw a Filler hose 왘 Unscrew the valve cap from tire valve 7 . 왘 Screw fill[...]

402 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 After attaining a tire infl ation pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar), press 0 on electric air pump switch 8 . The electric air pu mp should now be switched off. 왘 Turn the SmartKey in the ignition to position 0 ( 컄 page 36). or 왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( 컄 page 37) on the gear selec- tor lever tw[...]

403 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 After driving vehicle for an initial 10 minutes, check tire inflation pres- sure using the pressure gauge on the air pump. 왘 Visit an authoriz ed Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit. 왘 Bring used TIREFIT materials to an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper disposal. 왘 [...]

404 Practical hints Flat tire Mounting the spare wh eel Preparing the v ehicle Prepare the vehicle as described ( 컄 page 399). 왘 Turn spare wheel bracket counter- clockwise to loosen. 왘 Take the spare wheel out of the trunk. Lifting the vehicle 왘 Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not included) or ot[...]

405 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (ap- proximately one full turn with wrench). The jack support tubes are located behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings. Wa r n i n g ! G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes[...]

406 Practical hints Flat tire 1 Jack support tube cover (except SL 55 AMG, SL 65 AMG and vehicles with Sport Package*) 왘 Open cover 1 by pressing at point in- dicated by arrow. 왘 Remove cover 1 , taking care not to damage the locking tabs. 2 Jack support tu be hole (SL 55 AMG, SL 65 AMG and vehicles with Sport Package* only) 왘 Insert a flat b[...]

407 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Keeping jack in this position, turn crank 3 clockwise until the jack base meets the ground. M ake sure the jack is vertical (plumb line). 왘 Continue to turn the crank until the tire is a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Removing the wheel 1 Alignment bolt 왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and re- move. ?[...]

408 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly. Inflating t he spare tir e 왘 Take the electric air pump out of the trunk ( 컄 page 383). 1 Flap 2 Air pump switch 3 Electrical plug 4 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw 5 Union nut 왘 Open flap 1 on air pump. 왘 Pull out electri[...]

409 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Turn the SmartKey in the start er switch to position 1 . or 왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button on the gear selector lever once without depressing the brake pedal. 왘 Press I on the electric air pump switch 2 . The electric air pump should now switch on and inflate the tire. 왘 Inflate the spare tire for [...]

410 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Detach the electric air pump. 왘 Stow the electrical plug and the air hose behind the flap and place the air pump back in the trunk. Lowering the vehicle 왘 Lower vehicle by turning cr ank coun- terclockwise until the full weight of the vehicle is resting on the ground. 왘 Pull the jack out of the jack support t[...]

411 Practical hints Flat tire 왘 Before storing the jack in the trunk, crank back to storage position and fold in the arm. Replacing jack support tube cover 왘 Slide tongue of cover under the upper edge of the tube opening. 왘 Applying even pressure, press cover until it snaps into place. Be careful not to damage the locking tabs or clamp the pl[...]

412 Practical hints Flat tire Wa r n i n g ! G In emergency m ode, your vehicle’s driving characteristics are diminished in such situa- tions as: 앫 driving around curves 앫 while braking 앫 while accelerating rapidly Therefore, your driving style must be adapt- ed accordingly. Avoid abrupt steering and driving maneuvers, as well as drivi ng o[...]

413 Practical hints Batteries 왔 Batteries For more information on batteries, see “Battery” ( 컄 page 279). Your vehicle is equipped with two batteries: 앫 The starter battery 앫 The battery for electrical consumers (consumer battery), located in the trunk The starter battery is located on the right-hand side of the engine compart- ment. 1 [...]

414 Practical hints Batteries have cell caps and the b attery cover is non-removabl e. Do not attempt to open the consumer battery as other- wise the battery will be damaged. Even though VRLA batteries do not require topping-up of the electrolyte level and cannot be opened to check the electrolyte level, the battery condi- tion must be checked peri[...]

415 Practical hints Batteries Disconnecting the batteries 왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to position P . 왘 Close the retractable hardtop ( 컄 page 195). 왘 Turn off the engine ( 컄 page 60). 왘 Turn off all elect rical consumers. 왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. or 왘 Vehicles with KEYL ESS-GO*: Open the driver?[...]

416 Practical hints Batteries 왘 Depress the parking br ake pedal. 왘 Open the trunk. 왘 Read and observe safety instructions and precautions ( 컄 page 279). 왘 Unhook the luggage cover in the trunk. 왘 Remove the trunk floor. The battery for electrical consumers is located in the right hand area of the trunk ( 컄 page 383). 왘 Use the 10 m[...]

417 Practical hints Batteries Removing the starter b attery 왘 Remove the screws securing the start- er battery in the engine compartment. 왘 Pull out the battery ventilation tube from the battery. Depending on battery arrangement in your vehicle model, the ventilation tube is located either on the left or right side of the battery. 왘 Lift the [...]

418 Practical hints Batteries Reconnecting the batt eries 왘 Turn off all electrical consumers. 왘 Install starter battery in the designated location in the engine compartment. 왘 Install consumer ba ttery in the desig- nated location in the trunk. 왘 Attach supports and brackets. 왘 Tighten support and bracket scr ews. 왘 Connect positive le[...]

419 Practical hints Jump starting 왔 Jump starting If the starter battery is discharged, the en- gine can be started with jumper cables and the battery of another vehicle. Observe the following: 앫 Jump starting should only be performed when the engine and catalytic convert- er are co ld. 앫 Do not start the engine if the ba ttery is frozen. Let[...]

420 Practical hints Jump starting The starter battery is located on the right side of the engine compartment. 왘 Make sure the two vehicles do not touch. 왘 Turn off all electrical consumers. 왘 Apply the parking brake ( 컄 page 59). 왘 Shift gear selector lever to position P . 왘 Open the hood ( 컄 page 272). 왘 Remove the red cover from p[...]

421 Practical hints Towing the vehicle 왔 Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi- cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. When circumstances do not permit the recommended towing methods, the vehi- cle may be towed with all wheels on the ground or front wheels rai[...]

422 Practical hints Towing the vehicle Wa r n i n g ! G If circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, always tow with a tow bar if: 앫 the engine will not run 앫 there is a malfunction in the electro-hydraulic brake system 앫 there is a malfunction in the power sup- ply or in the vehicle’s electrical system as that[...]

423 Practical hints Towing the vehicle Installing towing eye bolt Front of vehicle 1 Cover on right side of front bumper To remove cover: 왘 Press mark on cover 1 in direction of arrow. 왘 Lift cove r 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for towing eye bolt. The towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit (located in the storage compart- ment unde[...]

424 Practical hints Towing the vehicle 왘 Screw towing eye bolt in to its stop and tighten with lug wrench. To reinstall cover: 왘 Fit locking tabs of cover und er the low- er edge of the openi ng in the bumper. 왘 Apply even pressure on the upper part of the cover until it snaps into place. Rear of vehicle 2 Cover on right side of rear bumper T[...]

425 Practical hints Fuses 왔 Fuses Fuses are designed to protect the electri- cal circuits in your vehicle from a short cir- cuit. If a fuse is blown, the components and systems secured by that fuse will stop operating. The following aids are available to help you replace fuses. They are located in the trunk with the vehicle tool kit ( 컄 page 38[...]

426 Practical hints Fuses Opening 왘 Open the hood ( 컄 page 272). 왘 Move slide to position 3 and lift cover 1 . Closing 왘 Hook cover 1 onto tabs and close it. 왘 Move slide to position 2 . Emergency engine shut-down If the engine cannot be turned off as de- scribed, you may use the following backup procedure. 왘 Open the main fuse box ( ?[...]

427 Technica l data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.[...]

428 Technical data The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts required for mainte- nance and repair work. In addition, strate- gically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts se[...]

429 Technica l data Warranty coverage 왔 Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will ex- change or repair any defective parts origi- nally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranti[...]

430 Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label (includes Paintwork code) 2 Storage compartment lid 3 Trim 4 Vehicle Identifica tion Number (VIN) (below right rear storage compart- ment) 왘 Open storage compartment lid 2 . 왘 Remove storage compartment trim 3 . The VIN is located on the metal strap above the floor carpet. 5 Engine [...]

431 Technica l data Layout of poly-V-belt drive 왔 Layout of poly-V-belt drive SL 500 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 ABC tandem pump (pump for power-steering assistance and ABC chassis) 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Crankshaft 5 Coolant pump 6 Generator (alternator) 7 Idler pulley SL 55 AMG The SL 55 AMG has two poly-V-b elts (belt one shown in pu[...]

432 Technical data Engine Model SL 500 (230.475) 1 1 The quoted data apply only to the stand ard vehicle. See an autho rized Me rcedes-Benz Center for the cor responding data of all sp ecial bodies and spec ial equipment. SL 600 (230.476) 1 Engine 113 275 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gas oline injection No.[...]

433 Technica l data Engine Model SL 55 AMG (230.474) 1 1 The quoted data apply on ly to the standard vehicle. See an au thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all sp ecial bo dies and spe cial equip ment. SL 65 AMG (230.479) 1 Engine 113 275 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke engine, gasoline injecti[...]

434 Technical data Rims and tires ! Only use tires which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires approved by Mercedes-Benz are devel- oped to provide best possible perfor- mance in conjunction with the driving safety systems on your vehicle such as ABS or ESP ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and ap- proved by[...]

435 Technica l data Rims and tires i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. A placard with the recommended tire inflation pres- sures is located on the driver’s door B-pillar. Some vehicles may have sup- plemental tire inflation pressure infor- mation for driving at high speeds ( 컄 page 292) o[...]

436 Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires 17" tires 18" tires SL 500* (Canada only) Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel o ffset 1.38 in (35 mm) Summer tires 1 1 Radial-ply t ires 255/45 R17 98W Winter tires 1,2 2 Not available as factory equipment. 255/45 R17 98V M+S . SL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMG Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.[...]

437 Technica l data Rims and tires 19" tires SL 55 AMG (Performance Package*) SL 65 AMG Rims (light allo y) 8.5 J x 19 EH2 Wheel offset 1.18 in (30 mm) Summer tires - Winter tires 1,2 1 Radial-ply tires 2 Not available as factory equipmen t. 255/35 R19 96V XL (Extra Load) M+S .[...]

438 Technical data Rims and tires Mixed size tires SL 500 SL 500 (Sport Package*) SL 600 SL 600 (Sport Package*) Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel o ffset 1.38 in (35 mm) 1.38 in (35 mm) 1.38 in (35 mm) Summer tires 1 1 Radial-ply t ires 255/40 R18 95W 255/40 R18 95Y 255/40 ZR18 95Y Rear axle: Rims (ligh[...]

439 Technica l data Rims and tires SL 55 AMG SL 55 AMG (Performance Package*) SL 65 AMG Front axle: Rims (light allo y) 8.5 J x 18 8.5 J x 19 E H2 Wheel offset 1.18 in (30 mm) 1.18 in (30 mm) Summer tires 1 1 Radial-ply tires 255/40 ZR18 95Y 255/35 ZR19 96Y XL (Extra Load) Rear axle: Rims (light allo y) 9.5 J x 18 9.5 J x 19 EH2 Wheel offset 1.30 i[...]

440 Technical data Rims and tires MO Extended tires* SL 500 SL 500 (Sport Package*) SL 600 SL 600 (Sport Package*) Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel o ffset 1.18 in (30 mm) Summer tires 1,2 1 Radial-ply t ires 2 Must be used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Moni toring System (U.S. vehicl es) or Run Fl at Indic ator (Canada ve hic[...]

441 Technica l data Rims and tires Spare wheel SL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMG Rim 6 B x 17 H2 6 B x 1 8 6 B x 18 Wheel offset 0.98 in (25 mm) 0.98 in (25 mm) 0.98 in (25 mm) Collapsible tire 185/60-17 93P 1 1 Must not be used with snow chains. 175/55-18 91P 1 175/55-18 91 P 1 ! Please compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with t[...]

442 Technical data Electrical system Model SL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMG SL 65 AMG Generator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.7 kW Battery Starter battery 12 V/35 Ah 12 V/35 Ah 12 V/35 Ah 12 V/35 Ah Battery for electrical consumers 12 V/70 Ah 12 V/70 Ah 12 V/70 Ah 12 V/70 Ah[...]

443 Technica l data Main dime nsions 왔 Main dimensions Model SL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMG SL 65 AMG Overall veh icle length 178.5 in (4 535 mm) 178.5 in (4 535 mm) 178.5 in (4 535 mm) 178.5 in (4 535 mm) Overall veh icle length when opening/closing hardtop 185.6 in (4 713 mm) 185.6 in (4 713 mm ) 185.6 in (4 713 mm) 185.6 in (4 713 mm) Overall veh icl[...]

444 Technical data Weights Trunk load max . 220 lbs (100 kg)[...]

445 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must matc h. Therefore use only products tested and approved by Mercedes Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser- vice Products pamphlet , or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Center. Model Cap[...]

446 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Cooling system SL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMG SL 65 AMG approx. 12.3 US qt ( 11.6 l) approx. 13.6 US qt ( 12.9 l) approx. 14.5 US qt ( 13.7 l) approx. 16.4 US qt ( 15.5 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion / Antifreeze Low temperature cooling system SL 600 SL 65 AMG[...]

447 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters re- quired for vehicles with Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehicles). For a listing of appro[...]

448 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirements Only use premium unleaded fuel: 앫 The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91 min. It is an average of both the Research (R) octane num- ber and the Motor (M) octane number: (R+M) / 2). This is also known as the ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. Unleaded gasoli[...]

449 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Using mixtures of ethanol and methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% ethanol and 90% unleaded gasoline, can be used. These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements, such as resistance to spark knock, boiling range, vapor pressure, etc. Gasoline additives A major concern am[...]

450 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion / antifreeze, which pro- vides: 앫 corrosion protection 앫 freeze protection 앫 boiling protection (by increasing the boiling point) The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to ap[...]

451 Technica l data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of alumi- num parts. The use of aluminum compo- nents in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifical- ly formulated to protect the aluminum parts. (Failure to use such anticorr[...]

452 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Windshield and he adlamp washer system Both the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied from the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The windshield and headlamp washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approx. 7.4 US qt (7 l). 왘 Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentr[...]

453 Technical terms ABS (A ntilock B rake S ys tem) Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered. ABC (A ctive B ody C ontrol) Active, computer-controlled system that hydraulically adjusts the suspen- sion at all four wheels in response to various driving situations. Accessory weight ( 컄 page 3[...]

454 Technical terms CAN sy stem (C ontroller A rea N etwork) Data bus network serving to control ve- hicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping depending on vehi- cle settings and/or ambient condi- tions. Cockpit All instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passen- ger compartment needed for vehicle operation[...]

455 Technical terms Engine number The number set by the manufacturer and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine pro- duced. ESP ® (E lectronic S tability P rogram) Improves vehicle handling and direc- tional stability. ETD (E mergency T ensioning D evice) Device which deploys in certain frontal and rear collisions exceeding [...]

456 Technical terms Instrument cluster The displays and indicator/warning lamps in the driver’s field of vision, in- cluding the tachometer, speedometer, engine temperature and fuel gauge. KEYLESS-GO * System for entering and operating the vehicle without the use of a key. Kickdown Depressing the accelerator past the point of resistance shifts th[...]

457 Technical terms Overspeed range Engine speeds within the red marking on the tachometer dial, see “Tachome- ter” ( 컄 page 133). Avoid this engine speed range, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Parktronic (Parking assist)* System which uses visual and acoustic signals to ass[...]

458 Technical terms Retractable hardtop Hardtop roof that can be opened and closed at the push of a button and stored in the trunk. Rim ( 컄 page 312) Roll bar Occupant protection system which consists of tubular steel sheathed in plastic. The roll bar is lowered into the car body during normal dri ving condi- tions and raised au tomatically. It m[...]

459 Technical terms Tire ply composition and material used ( 컄 page 312) Tire speed rating ( 컄 page 312) Tractio n ( 컄 page 312) Tread ( 컄 page 312) Treadwear indicators ( 컄 page 312) Uniform Tire Quality Grading Sta ndards ( 컄 page 313) Vehicle capacity weight ( 컄 page 313) Vehicle level control The ground clearance of the vehicle is[...]

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461 Index A ABC 219, 453 Messages in display 347 Oil level 277 ABS 83, 453 Indicator lamp 27, 333 Messages in the multifunction display 349 Warning lamp 25, 332 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 166 Accessory weight 310 Accident 57 Active Body Control see ABC Air conditioning system see Automatic cli- mate control system Air distribution[...]

462 Index Automatic trans mission 162 Accelerator position 166 Comfort program mode 168 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 176 Gear ranges 167 Gear selector lever 30, 162 Gear selector lever position 162, 164 Gear shifting malfunctions 176 Kickdown 166 Manual shifting 169 One-touch gearshifting 169 Program mode selector switch 30, 168 Starting th[...]

463 Index C CAC 453 California retail buyers and lessees, impor- tant notice for 11 Call priority, Tele Aid 244 CAN System 454 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants 445 Cargo area see Trunk Carpets, cleaning 330 Catalytic converter 267 CD changer 142 CD player 142 Operating 142 Center console Lower part 30 Upper part 29 Central locking Automat[...]

464 Index Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 127 Replacing bulbs 391 Courtesy lighting 131 Cruise control 204, 454 Messages in the multifunction display 349 , 350 Cup holder 232 Cup holders Cleaning 329 Curb weight 310, 454 Customer Assistance Center see CAC D Daytime running lamp mode 125 Setting 152 Deep water see Standing water Defogging, Wind[...]

465 Index Driving Abroad 266 Driving off 260 Electro-hydraulic brake system 90 Hydroplaning 262 In winter 264, 315 Instructions 51, 257 Problems 56 Safety systems 82 Systems 204 Through standing water 265 With Distronic* 216 Driving safety systems 82 ABS 82, 83 BAS 82, 84 Electro-hydraulic brake system 82, 88 ESP ® 82, 85 Driving systems 204 ABC 2[...]

466 Index Engine oil 274, 447 Adding 276, 445 Additives 447 Checking level 274 Consump tion 27 4 Filler neck 276 Messages in the multifunction display 275 , 369 Recommended engine oils and filters 447 ESP ® 82, 85, 455 Switch 30 Switching off 86 Switching on 87 Synchronizing 354 Warning lamp 25, 332 ETD 74, 455 Safety guidelines 69 Warning and ind[...]

467 Index Gear range Automatic transmission 167 Canceling limit 169 Indicator 27 Limiting 167 Shifting into optimal 169 Gear selector lever 30, 162 Cleaning 330 Lock 49, 458 Position 162, 164 Global locking/unlocking see Key Global Positioning System see GPS Glove box 228 Good visibility 177 GPS 455 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle W[...]

468 Index Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 130 Delayed switch-off 155 Interior rear view mirror 44 Antiglare position 177 Auto-dimming 17 7 J Jack 384 Jacking up the vehicle 4 04 Jump starting 419 K Key, Mechanical 385 Valet locking 110 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp 96 Factory setting[...]

469 Index Engine diagnostics 335, 336 Engine malfunction 27 ESP ® 85 Fuel reserve 338 Seat belts 340 SRS 65, 341 Turn signals 25 Language Multif unctio n displa y 15 0 Leather upholstery Cleaning 330 License plate lamps 152, 392, 396 Light alloy wheels, cleaning 329 Light sensor 376 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting Instruments 132 Interior 1[...]

470 Index Massage function 117 Maximum cooling MAXCOOL 186 Maximum inflation pressure 311 Maximum load rating 311, 456 Maximum loaded vehicle weight 311, 456 Maximum tire inflation pressure 456 Memory function 456 Menus 137 AUDIO 141 Distronic* 143 NAV 143 Standard display 140 TEL* 159 Trip computer 157 Vehicle status message memory 144 Menus see C[...]

471 Index Oil see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting 169 Canceling gear range limit 169 Downshifting 169 Upshifting 169 Opening Doors from the inside 107 Fuel filler flap 269 Hood 272 Luggage cover 196 Retractable hardtop (SmartKey) 199 Retractable hardtop (switch) 196 Side windows 193 Storage compartment in the armrest 229 Storage compartment in th[...]

472 Index Power seat Adjusting backrest tilt 41 Adjusting head restraint height 41 Adjusting head restraint tilt 41 Adjusting seat cushion depth 41 Adjusting seat cushion tilt 41 Adjusting seat height 41 Power train 457 Power window Closing with KEYLESS-GO* 194 Power windows 192 Cleaning 327 Side win dows 192 Synchronizing 194 Problems while drivin[...]

473 Index Rim 312, 458 Roll bar 75, 458 Lowering 76 Messages in display 379 Raising 76 Warning lamp 27 Roll bar buttons 30 RON 270, 458 Roof see Retractable hardtop Run Flat Indica tor (Canada only) 293 S Satellite-radio* 141 Seat belt force limiter 74 Seat belts 46, 64, 71 Cleaning 330 Messages in display 379 Warning lamp 340 Seat heating Switchin[...]

474 Index Side windows Automatic closing 1 94 Automatic opening 193 Closing 192, 193 Closing fully 194 Closing with KEYLESS-GO* 194 Express-close 194 Express-open 193 Opening 192, 193 Opening fully 193 Stopping 194 Synchronizing power windows 194 Sidewall 312, 458, 459 SmartKey 96 Checking the batteries 99 Closing retractable hardtop 200 Global loc[...]

475 Index Storage compartments 228 Armrest 229 Cup holder 232 Glove box 228 In door 228 In rear 229 Locking compartments separately 230 Locking storage compartments 230 Parcel net 231 Rear 229 Storage tray 229 Unlocking compartments separately 230 Unlocking storage compartments 230, 386 Ventilated compartments 191 Storing tires 283 Submenus 139 Con[...]

476 Index Telephones and two-way radios 266 Temperature Outside temperature indicator 134 Sensor, Interior 31 Tires 292 Tightening torque 410, 458 Time Settings (control system) 150 TIN 312, 458 Tire Vehicle maximu m load on 313 Tire and Loading Information 285 Tire and loading terminology 310 Tire care and maintenance 282 Tire Identification Numbe[...]

477 Index Trunk lid Opening 108 Turn 185 Turn signal lamps Cleaning lenses 325 Replacing bulbs 392, 395 Turn signals 23, 53 Exterior rear view mirrors 392, 395 Front bulbs 392 Indicator lamps 25 Rear bulbs 392 Turning off the engine 60 U Uniform Tire Qu ality Grading Standards 313, 459 Units Setting speedometer units 149 Unlocking 34 Centrally from[...]

478 Index Wheels Tires and wheels 281 Wind screen 201, 459 Installing 201 Removing 202 Windows see Side windows Windows, cleaning 327 Windshield Cleaning wiper blades 327 Defogging 187 Refilling washer fluid 280 Washer fluid 55, 280 Washer system 280 Windshield and headlamp washer system 452 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 271 Windsh[...]

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