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Operation

Driving instructions

Driving off

Apply the brakes to test them briefly after
driving off. Perform this procedure only
when the road is clear of other traffic.

Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not
place full load on the engine until the oper-
ating temperature has been reached.

Parking

Warning!

New vehicle brake pads and discs, and

replacement brake pads and discs may take

several hundred miles of driving until they

provide optimum braking efficiency. Until

that time, you may need to use increased

brake pedal pressure while braking. Please

be aware of this and adjust your driving and

braking accordingly during this break-in

period.

Excessive high demand braking will cause

correspondingly high brake wear. Please be

attentive to the brake warning lamp in the

instrument cluster and brake condition mes-

sages in the multifunction display. Especial-

ly for high performance driving, it is

important to maintain the brake system and

have it checked regularly.

When starting off on a slippery surface, do

not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended
period with the ESP

switched off. Doing so may

cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.

Simultaneously depressing the accelerator

pedal and applying the brake reduces engine
performance and causes premature brake and
drivetrain wear.

Warning!

Do not park this vehicle in areas where

combustible materials such as grass, hay or

leaves can come into contact with the hot

exhaust system, as these materials could be

ignited and cause a vehicle fire.

To reduce the risk of personal injury or

damage to the vehicle drivetrain as a result

of vehicle movement, before turning off the

engine and leaving the vehicle always:

앫

Keep right foot on brake pedal.

앫

Pull the parking brake lever up as many
notches as possible.

앫

Manual transmission: Move the gear-
shift lever into first or reverse gear.

앫

Automatic transmission*: Move the
gear selector lever to position

Summary of Contents for 2007 SLK 280

Page 1: ...Sommer Corporate Media AG Operator s Manual SLK Class Order No 6515 3269 13 Part No 171 584 16 82 Edition B 2007 SLK Class 1 7 1 5 8 4 1 6 8 2...

Page 2: ...SLK 280 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMG...

Page 3: ...ure and also the safety of you and your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of time Please read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your refere...

Page 4: ...rmation regarding electronic recording devices 19 At a glance 21 Exterior view 22 Cockpit 24 Instrument cluster 26 Multifunction steering wheel 28 Center console 29 Upper part 29 Lower part 30 Overhea...

Page 5: ...Seat heating 104 AIRSCARF neck level heating 105 Memory function 107 Storing positions into memory 108 Recalling positions from memory 108 Lighting 109 Exterior lamp switch 109 Combination switch 113...

Page 6: ...al engine heat utilization 181 Automatic climate control 182 Deactivating the climate control system 185 Operating the climate control system in automatic mode 186 Setting the temperature 186 Adjustin...

Page 7: ...84 Tire speed rating 285 Winter driving instructions 286 Standing water 287 Passenger compartment 287 Driving abroad 287 Control and operation of radio transmitter 287 Catalytic converter 288 Emission...

Page 8: ...kit vehicle jack 382 Spare wheel with collapsible tire 385 Spare wheel bolts 386 Unlocking locking in an emergency 387 Unlocking the vehicle 387 Locking the vehicle 388 Manually unlocking the gear se...

Page 9: ...res 434 Same size tires 435 Mixed size tires 437 Spare wheel with collapsible tire 439 Electrical system 440 Main Dimensions 441 Weights 442 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 443 Capacities 443 Engine oil...

Page 10: ...for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts...

Page 11: ...serve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore information illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment is also describ...

Page 12: ...a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicl...

Page 13: ...r For additional information refer to the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Program Brochure in your vehicle literature portfolio Change of address or ownership If you change your address be sure to s...

Page 14: ...f leaded fuels will damage the catalysts gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Certain Mercedes Benz models are available for delivery in Europ...

Page 15: ...equipment installed in your vehicle This section expands on the Getting started section and also de scribes technical innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle t...

Page 16: ...you to follow A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple step procedure page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic This continuation symbo...

Page 17: ...ving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle undercar riage or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious damage and im pair the operating safe...

Page 18: ...nter to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Center management or if necessary conta...

Page 19: ...stration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it ma...

Page 20: ...fter a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of th...

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Page 22: ...21 At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Storage compartments Door control panel...

Page 23: ...22 At a glance Exterior view...

Page 24: ...21 Installing towing eye bolt 422 7 Tires and wheels 304 Checking tire inflation pressure 314 Run Flat Indicator 315 General information 304 Flat tire 401 8 Front lamps 393 9 Hood Opening 294 Engine o...

Page 25: ...24 At a glance Cockpit...

Page 26: ...nsor for automatic climate control 9 Starter switch 37 Item Page a Steering wheel adjustment release handle manual 43 b Steering wheel adjustment stalk electrical 44 Heated steering wheel stalk SLK 28...

Page 27: ...26 At a glance Instrument cluster...

Page 28: ...beam headlamp indicator lamp 55 113 3 Fuel gauge with 4 Fuel reserve warning lamp 353 The arrow indicates that the fuel filler flap is on the rear right hand side 291 4 Clock 120 5 Speedometer with 1...

Page 29: ...button s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call Item Page 4 Moving within a menu Press button j for next display k for previous display 5 Menu systems Press butto...

Page 30: ...enger side 104 5 Central unlocking switch 102 6 Hazard warning flasher switch 115 7 Central locking switch 102 Alarm system indicator lamp 92 Item Page 8 ESP switch 86 9 Seat heating switch driver s s...

Page 31: ...y alarm deactivation switch 91 4 Parking brake lever 53 59 5 Storage telephone compartment 252 Telephone compartment depending on vehicle production date 253 Item Page 6 Passenger sideexteriorrear vie...

Page 32: ...erior lighting automatic control switch 116 3 Right reading lamp on off 117 4 Tele Aid emergency call system button 261 5 Garage door opener 270 6 Sensor for auto dimming rear view mirrors 169 7 Inter...

Page 33: ...32 At a glance Storage compartments...

Page 34: ...ggage cover 241 Trunk load 442 Load limit 309 4 Door pocket 5 Cupholder 254 Item Page 6 Parcel net in passenger footwell 253 7 Ashtray 255 Cigarette lighter 256 8 Storage tray 9 Storage telephone comp...

Page 35: ...4 At a glance Door control panel Item Page 1 Inside door handle 99 2 Power window switch for opening closing passenger side window 235 3 Power window switch for opening closing driver s side window 23...

Page 36: ...35 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

Page 37: ...leaving the vehicle 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 access to an unlocked vehicle A ch...

Page 38: ...lamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated in the instru ment cluster come on If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on have it ch...

Page 39: ...ission The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P i If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time it can...

Page 40: ...es The seat backrest and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and seat belts are properly posi tioned on the body Your seat must be adj...

Page 41: ...unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury Warning G Children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropri ate infant or...

Page 42: ...rest tilt Pull handle 3 and adjust the backrest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel Release handle 3 when the desired backrest tilt is reached When you hear an audible...

Page 43: ...he height of head restraints manually by pulling them upwards or pushing them downwards i The memory function page 107 lets you store the settings for power seats steering wheel adjustment electrical...

Page 44: ...ure the steering column is securely locked by trying to move the steering wheel up and down in and out before driving off Warning G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driv ing Adjusting the steeri...

Page 45: ...on is reached with your arms slightly bent at the elbow Adjusting steering wheel up or down Move the stalk up or down in direction of arrows 2 Easy entry exit feature This feature allows for easier en...

Page 46: ...eering wheel movement do one of the following Move steering wheel adjustment stalk page 44 Press one of the memory position but tons or the memory button M page 107 Do not leave children unattended in...

Page 47: ...Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose con trol of the vehicle Warning G Exercise care when using the passen ger side exterior rear view mirror The mirror...

Page 48: ...2 up down left or right according to the desired setting i If you do not make adjustments to the selected exterior rear view mirror within 10 seconds the indicator lamp goes out You will then have to...

Page 49: ...always wear seat belts If you are ever in an accident your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to h...

Page 50: ...here are seat belts available Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time Warning G Never ride in...

Page 51: ...r toddler restraints or children in booster seats always follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions Check your seat belt during travel to make sure it is properly positioned Make sure the seat...

Page 52: ...e starter switch to position 3 page 37 and hold until the engine starts For information on turning off the engine see Turning off engine page 61 Warning G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to you...

Page 53: ...Starting difficulties If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time it can no longer be turned in the starter switch In this case the steering is locked To unlock...

Page 54: ...could result in an accident and or serious personal injury Warning G On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehi...

Page 55: ...automatic central locking system engages and the locking knobs drop down The automatic door lock feature can be deacti vated page 146 You can open a locked door from the inside Open door only when con...

Page 56: ...gh beam The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher Push the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 The high beam headla...

Page 57: ...ate the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry Dust that accumulates on a windshield might scratch the glass and or damage the wiper blades when wiping occurs on a dry windshield If it is necess...

Page 58: ...perate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield and windshield wipers may be damaged as a result Vehicles with rain sensor If you have set intermittent wiping dirt on the surface of the rain...

Page 59: ...Give very little gas Have the problem repaired by an au thorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible The coolant temperature is above 248 F 120 C The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling t...

Page 60: ...e hot exhaust system as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the vehicle drivetrain as a result of vehicle movement before turni...

Page 61: ...alone may not prevent your vehicle from moving possibly hitting people or objects Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P manual transmission first or reverse gear When par...

Page 62: ...iding the latch plate i Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting into first or reverse gear automatic transmission gear selector lever in position P When parked on an incline also turn the...

Page 63: ...child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i If you hear a warning signal you have forgot ten to switch off the headlamps before opening the d...

Page 64: ...63 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 65: ...her The SRS system conducts a self test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running This facilitates detection of malfunctions The 1 indicator lamp in the ins...

Page 66: ...omes on during driving or does not come on at all the SRS self check has detected a malfunction For your safety we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately to...

Page 67: ...the backrest Fasten your seat belt and ensure it is prop erly positioned on your body page 48 Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force a proper seating and hands on steering wheel...

Page 68: ...idelines 1 Occupants especially children should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the head thorax air bag inflates This could result in serious injuries or dea...

Page 69: ...ning G Damaged seat belts or seat belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an author...

Page 70: ...loyment Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center For your protection and the protection of others when scrapping the air bag...

Page 71: ...ags operate best in conjunction with properly positioned and fastened seat belts Head thorax air bags 1 Head thorax air bag The head thorax air bags are deployed in impacts exceeding a preset deploy m...

Page 72: ...CS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant s weight category Both driver and the passenger should al ways use the 75 indicator lamp as an indication of whether or not the passenger is pro...

Page 73: ...air bag is deactivated When the OCS senses that the passenger seat is classified as being empty the 75 indicator lamp will illumi nate when the engine is started and remain illuminated indicating that...

Page 74: ...llowing important information Your vehicle is equipped with air bag technology designed to turn off the pas senger front air bag in your vehicle when the system senses the weight of a typi cal 12 mont...

Page 75: ...loyment of the driver front air bag does not mean that the passenger front air bag also should have deployed The OccupantClassification System page 71 may have determined that the seat was empty or oc...

Page 76: ...possible by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Sit properly belted in a position that is as upright as possible with your back against the seat backrest Do not lean on t...

Page 77: ...e considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously...

Page 78: ...s includ ing rollovers The integrated restraint system includes SRS driver air bag knee bags passenger front air bag head thorax air bags and ETD seat belt emergency tensioning device The system is de...

Page 79: ...t are fastened If the driver s or the passenger s seat belt remains unfastened after 60 seconds the warning chime stops sounding The seat belt telltale stops flashing but continues to be illuminated T...

Page 80: ...eat belts on occupants during a crash Children in the vehicle If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and...

Page 81: ...n provinces Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured by a lap shoulder belt and that complies with U S Federal Motor Veh...

Page 82: ...nded for the size and weight of the child Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag Note the following important information when you place a child in the passenger seat Your...

Page 83: ...ased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Warning G Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in sea...

Page 84: ...ny unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the foll...

Page 85: ...the ignition It goes out when the engine is running Warning G The following factors increase the risk of accidents Excessive speed especially in turns Wet and slippery road surfaces Following another...

Page 86: ...Warning G When the ABS is malfunctioning the BAS and the ESP are also switched off The basic driving and braking functions are still available When the ABS is malfunctioning the wheels may lock during...

Page 87: ...ry road surfaces The ESP also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers The ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes when the ESP is engaged The ESP warning lamp v in th...

Page 88: ...from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase the traction afforded The ESP cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and...

Page 89: ...llows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for a better grip the traction control will still apply the brakes to a spinning wheel the ESP continues to operate when you are braking you c...

Page 90: ...tched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning the ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes However the ESP will then not stabilize the vehicle Warning G When the ESP warning lamp v i...

Page 91: ...mechanical key someone opens a door from the inside someone opens the trunk lid with the emergency release button i Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer In case the engine cannot...

Page 92: ...on the SmartKey or Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch Tow away alarm Once the tow away alarm is armed a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle i I...

Page 93: ...ation switch Switch off the ignition page 37 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Press tow away alarm deactivation switch 2 Indicator lamp 1 in the tow away alarm deactivation switch comes on...

Page 94: ...s Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Manual transmission Automatic transmission Good visibility Climate control Automatic climate control Audio system Power windows Retractable...

Page 95: ...ocking and unlocking SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKey...

Page 96: ...page 391 Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door page 387 and the trunk page 388 Use the mechanical key to lock the vehicle page 388 Have the vehicle battery and the battery connections ch...

Page 97: ...g Press button With all doors and the trunk closed All turn signal lamps flash three times An acoustic warning sounds three times if equipped and feature activated For more information see Factory set...

Page 98: ...tKey will then function as fol lows Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Press button once All turn signal lamps flash once An acoustic warning sounds once if equipped and feature activated Fo...

Page 99: ...that the SmartKey batteries are in order Loss of SmartKey or mechanical key If you lose a SmartKey or mechanical key you should do the following Have the SmartKey deactivated by an authorized Mercedes...

Page 100: ...result in a discharged battery i If the vehicle has previously been centrally locked with the SmartKey opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti theft alarm system To cancel the alarm do o...

Page 101: ...other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death When the trunk lid is lifted slightly it swings open upwards automatically Always make...

Page 102: ...trally locked the trunk lid will lock automatically when closed The turn signal lamps will flash three times to confirm locking Warning G To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fing...

Page 103: ...not un lock the trunk if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected i If the vehicle has previously been centrally locked with the SmartKey opening the trunk from the inside will trigger the a...

Page 104: ...door from the inside Open door only when conditions are safe to do so If the vehicle was previously centrally locked using the SmartKey it will not unlock using the central unlocking switch If the veh...

Page 105: ...ps 2 go out Level 3 Three indicator lamps on highest level After approximately 5 minutes seat heating is automatically switched to level 2 2 Two indicator lamps on After approximately 10 minutes seat...

Page 106: ...itch 1 show which heating level you have selected Switch on the ignition page 37 Warning G When switching on the AIRSCARF neck level heating the air streaming from the openings may be very hot When in...

Page 107: ...ARF switch 1 repeatedly until all indicator lamps 2 on AIRSCARF switch 1 go out i After switching off the AIRSCARF neck level heating the AIRSCARF fan continues to operate for approximately 10 seconds...

Page 108: ...restraint system which is properly secured by a lap shoulder belt and that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 255 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210...

Page 109: ...e stored to the selected position Recalling positions from memory Press and hold desired memory position switch 2 until the seat on the driver s side also the steering wheel and exterior rear view mir...

Page 110: ...road ahead increasing usable illumination over conventional headlamps 1 Standing lamps left turn left two stops 2 Standing lamps right turn left one stop 3 M Off Daytime running lamp mode page 111 4 U...

Page 111: ...f the exterior lamp switch is set to U the headlamps may switch off unexpect edly when the system senses bright am bient light for example light from oncoming traffic the headlamps will not be automat...

Page 112: ...minute delay When the engine is running and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C the parking lamps and the side marker lamps switch on additionally turn the exterior lamp switch to positio...

Page 113: ...or lamp switch goes out i With the daytime running lamp mode activat ed and the exterior lamp switch in position M you cannot switch on the high beam headlamps The high beam flasher is available at al...

Page 114: ...xterior lamp switch goes out The front fog lamps remain lit Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher High beam Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B page 109 Push the combination switc...

Page 115: ...h Sport Package SLK 55 AMG i With automatic headlamp mode activated Corner illuminating front fog lamps will only come on in low ambient lighting conditions i If you are driving faster than 25 mph 40...

Page 116: ...front fog lamps Place the gearshift lever automatic transmission gear selector lever in position R The front fog lamp opposite to your steering direction comes on Switching off corner illuminating fr...

Page 117: ...itched off in darkness even when you unlock the vehicle remove the SmartKey from the starter switch open a door i With the hazard warning flasher activated and the combination switch set for either le...

Page 118: ...he overhead control panel Reading lamps as part of the interior lighting package are located on the lower edge of the interior rear view mirror Press reading lamp switch 3 or 4 to switch on the desire...

Page 119: ...ster illumination dims i Opening a door or pressing the reset button J without switching on the ignition or the exterior lighting activates the multifunction display illumination only for 30 seconds W...

Page 120: ...y comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc When moving the vehicle into colder ambi ent temperatures e g when leaving your garage you will notice a delay before the lower temperature is disp...

Page 121: ...ton J until the trip odometer is reset Clock Vehicles with COMAND The clock in the instrument cluster can be synchronized with the time set in COMAND using the time synchronization with head unit feat...

Page 122: ...rrent program mode automatic transmission only 4 Status indicator outside temperature digital speedometer 5 Current gear selector lever posi tion gear range automatic transmission only i The displays...

Page 123: ...ontaining a number of functions or sub menus The individual functions are then found within the relevant menu radio or CD operations under Audio for example These functions serve to call up relevant i...

Page 124: ...nging settings For in structions on using these submenus see Settings menu page 136 The number of menus available in the sys tem depends on which optional equipment is installed in your vehicle i The...

Page 125: ...124 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...

Page 126: ...Indicator Engine oil temperature Selecting radio station Show route guidance instructions current direction traveled Checking coolant temperature Vehicle supply voltage Selecting satellite radio stati...

Page 127: ...em status messages stored in memory Resetting to factory settings Fuel consumption statistics since start Loading phone book Instrument cluster submenu Fuel consumption statistics since last reset Sea...

Page 128: ...nction Page Run Flat Indicator 315 Checking coolant temperature 127 Displaying digital speedometer or outside temperature 128 Calling up maintenance service indicator 334 Checking engine oil level SLK...

Page 129: ...rently engaged as well as the engine oil temperature Press button or repeatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display 1 Gear indicator 2 Engine oil temperature Excessive coolant temp...

Page 130: ...play i The engine oil temperature symbol flashes if the engine oil temperature has not yet reached 80 C During this time avoid driving at full engine speed Function Page Vehicle supply voltage 129 RAC...

Page 131: ...ate time is shown for 5 seconds Stopping the RACETIMER Press button The timer stops i You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or the starter switch is in position 2 page 37 i While the...

Page 132: ...te time is called up 1 Gear indicator 2 RACETIMER 3 Best lap time 4 Lap number Resetting current lap Press button while the timer is running The timer stops Press button The lap time is reset to 0 Del...

Page 133: ...peatedly until the AMG menu appears in the multifunction display Press button j repeatedly until the lap analysis appears in the multifunction display 1 Lap number 2 Lap time 3 Maximum speed 4 Lap len...

Page 134: ...station appears in the multifunction display 1 Waveband setting or stored memory position FM1 through FM9 2 Tuned station Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired station is found The station...

Page 135: ...ND Refer to the separate operating instruc tions Press button or repeatedly until the settings for the CD currently being played appear in the multifunc tion display 1 Current CD CD0 for single CD dri...

Page 136: ...and warning messages that may be stored in the sys tem Such messages appear in the multi function display and are based on conditions or system status the vehicle s system has recorded The vehicle st...

Page 137: ...ng all settings to factory standard A collection of submenus for perform ing individual settings for your vehicle Press button or repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction displa...

Page 138: ...ltifunction display you see the collection of the submenus There are more submenus than can be simulta neously displayed Press button The selection marker moves to the next submenu Scroll up with butt...

Page 139: ...age 143 page 146 page 147 Selecting digital speed ometer display mode Synchronizing time and date with head unit Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only Selecting audio search function Activating e...

Page 140: ...ter appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to set the speedometer unit to km or miles Selecting language Move the selection marker with but...

Page 141: ...ion marker with button or to the Instr cluster submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Select display appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setti...

Page 142: ...peatedly until the message Time synchroniza tion with Head Unit appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to select the desired setting Settin...

Page 143: ...function is only available in vehicles with audio system or in vehicles with COMAND and navigation module if the time and date synchronization with head unit feature was set to Off page 141 Move the...

Page 144: ...eadlamps are switched on when the en gine is running In low ambient light conditions the follow ing lamps will switch on additionally Parking lamps Tail lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps For...

Page 145: ...k repeatedly until the message Function Surround lighting appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to switch the locator lighting function On...

Page 146: ...porarily deactivate the delayed shut off feature Before exiting the vehicle turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 Then turn it to position 2 and back to position 0 The delayed shut off...

Page 147: ...repeatedly until the message Audio Search function appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to select Frequency or Memory Setting automatic...

Page 148: ...The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to switch the easy entry function On or Off Function Page Activating easy entry exit feature 147 Warning G You must make sure no one can...

Page 149: ...ction display Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Since reset appears in the multifunction display 1 Statistics called up since last reset 2 Time elapsed since last reset 3 Average fuel c...

Page 150: ...distance covered 100000 miles 100000 km time elapsed 10000 hours i If only very little fuel is left in the tank a vehicle at the fuel pump is shown instead of the range Warning G A driver s attention...

Page 151: ...is empty As soon as the telephone has found a network Ready is indicated in the mul tifunction display This standby message indicates that your telephone is ready for use and you can op erate it using...

Page 152: ...the phone book has been loaded Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the multifunction display The stored names are displayed in ascending or descending alphabetical order...

Page 153: ...In the multifunction display you will see the first number in the redial memory Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired number or name appears in the multifunction display Press button s The...

Page 154: ...ing first or reverse gear page 59 When parked on an incline turn front wheels towards the road curb Do not park this vehicle in areas where com bustible materials such as grass hay or leaves can come...

Page 155: ...th gear make sure that you press the gearshift lever to the right Otherwise you could acciden tally shift into the 3rd or 4th gear and damage the transmission Downshifting gears leading to overrevving...

Page 156: ...ter console Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission P Park position R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position i During the brief warm up transmission upshifting is delayed This allows the catalyt...

Page 157: ...iting the gear range changing gears manually Warning G It is dangerous to shift the gear selector lever out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If yo...

Page 158: ...erve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always set the parking brake in addition to placing the gear selector lever in park position P to secure the vehicle Effect The Smar...

Page 159: ...t of your vehicle with the gear selector lever not fully engaged in park position P is dangerous Also park position P alone is not intended to or capa ble of preventing your vehicle from moving possib...

Page 160: ...nsmission shifts up again Stopping When you stop briefly e g at traffic lights Leave the transmission in gear Hold the vehicle with the brake When you stop for a longer period of time with the engine...

Page 161: ...everse the gear range limit by pulling the right gearshift paddle on the steering wheel gearshift control The selected gear range appears in the multifunction display 1 Current gear range Effect The t...

Page 162: ...AMG Sport Package and SLK 55 AMG only M Manual For manual gear shifting page 165 C Comfort For comfort driving S Sport For standard driving The selected program mode appears in the multifunction disp...

Page 163: ...r lever when driving in the automatic program mode C or S Limiting gear range Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D direction The transmission will shift to the next lower gear as...

Page 164: ...heel gearshift control one touch gearshifting With the gear selector lever in drive position D and driving in program mode C or S you can limit or extend the gear range If your vehicle is equipped wit...

Page 165: ...gear range Briefly pull right shift paddle 2 The transmission will shift to the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the transmis si...

Page 166: ...ally upshifting or downshift ing using the steering wheel gearshift paddles page 164 or the gear selector lever The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console Prog...

Page 167: ...ou have selected the AMG menu in the control system and you are driving in the manual program mode M upshift indicator 2 in the multifunction display advises you to upshift before the engine reaches t...

Page 168: ...ve or sluggish or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission is most likely operating in limp home emergency operation mode In this mode only second gear and reverse gear can be selected Stop...

Page 169: ...reservoir see Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 302 Rear view mirrors For more information on setting the rear view mirrors see Mirrors page 46 Interior rear view mirror antig...

Page 170: ...light is not aimed directly at sen sors in the interior rear view mirror The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver s side do not react for example if the wind scre...

Page 171: ...Do not use the vanity mirror while driving Keep the mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion Reflected glare can endanger you and others i Vehicles with interior lighting package I...

Page 172: ...tch F goes out The rear window defroster cannot be switched on when the retractable hardtop is open The indicator lamp starts flashing if the hardtop is open Close the retractable hardtop first The re...

Page 173: ...172 Controls in detail Climate control...

Page 174: ...r air volume control for adjustable right side air vent 7 Climate control panel Item 8 Left center air vent fixed 9 Thumbwheel for air volume control for fixed adjustable left center air vents a Left...

Page 175: ...Rear window defroster page 170 6 Front defroster 7 AC cooling on off Residual heat ventilation 8 Air recirculation Warning G When operating the climate control the air that enters the passenger compar...

Page 176: ...e climate control system will corre spondingly adjust the interior air tem perature i Severe conditions e g strong air pollution may require replacement of the filter before its scheduled interval A c...

Page 177: ...eels 2 and 9 page 172 upward to the first stop Center air vents 1 3 8 and a are open Turn thumbwheels 2 and 9 page 172 upward all the way Only center air vents 1 and a are open Closing the center air...

Page 178: ...osition Turn air volume control 2 page 174 to level 1 or higher Turn air distribution control 3 page 174 to position a Open the center and side air vents Front defroster You can use this setting to de...

Page 179: ...ator lamp on the button goes out i The cooling remains switched on Warning G Fogged windows impair visibility endanger ing you and others If the windows begin to fog on the inside switching off the ai...

Page 180: ...ld the up ward movement of a window be blocked by some obstruction including but not limited to arms hands fingers etc the automatic reversal feature will not operate In the event that the closing pro...

Page 181: ...he button comes on The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134a This refrigerant is free of CFCs which are harmful to the ozone layer Maximum cooling Turn thumbwheels 2 and 9 page 172 upwards to th...

Page 182: ...e Activating Switch off the ignition page 37 Press button 9 page 174 The indicator lamp on the button comes on Deactivating Press button 9 page 174 again The indicator lamp on the button goes out i Wh...

Page 183: ...182 Controls in detail Automatic climate control...

Page 184: ...de air vent adjustable 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable right side air vent Item 9 Automatic climate control panel a Left center air vent fixed b Thumbwheel for air volume control fo...

Page 185: ...t raising 7 Rear window defroster 8 Air distribution control manual 9 Residual heat ventilation a AC cooling on off b Temperature control right lowering c Temperature control left lowering d Air recir...

Page 186: ...g strong air pollution may require replacement of the filter before its scheduled interval A clogged filter will reduce the air volume to the interior If the vehicle interior is hot ventilate the inte...

Page 187: ...adjusted automatically Deactivating Press button U page 184 again The indicator lamp on the button goes out The air volume changes to level 2 and the air distribution changes to b Automatic control of...

Page 188: ...air distribution control 8 page 184 to the desired position The indicator lamp on the button U page 184 goes out The automatic air distribution is switched off The air distribution is controlled acco...

Page 189: ...page 184 to the desired position The indicator lamp on button U page 184 goes out The automatic operation of air volume switches off Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield...

Page 190: ...MAX COOL is activated This provides the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle s in terior when retractable hardtop is closed MAX COOL will appear in display e page 184 Air recirculation mode Switch...

Page 191: ...ature is below approximately 41 F 5 C after 5 minutes if the air conditioning is turned off page 191 after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above approximately 41 F 5 C Warning G Never operate...

Page 192: ...fogging up The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134a This refrigerant is free of CFCs which are harmful to the ozone layer i The closing of the windows can be immedi ately halted by releasing bu...

Page 193: ...to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine Activating Switch off the ignition page 37 Press button T page 184...

Page 194: ...traffic conditions first before operating system controls while driving Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately...

Page 195: ...194 Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements...

Page 196: ...Item Page 9 Speed dialing memory tele phone in descending order a Accepting a call telephone 224 b Telephone mode selector 219 c Speed dialing memory tele phone in ascending order 221 d Terminating a...

Page 197: ...y control ofEbutton The volume will increase or decrease depending on the direction turned Do not press directly in the display face Otherwise the display will be damaged i If the radio is switched on...

Page 198: ...y to increase or decrease tone level accordingly or Press RES soft key briefly to reset bass tones to their center level The radio switches back to the standard radio menu 8 seconds after the last sof...

Page 199: ...on BALANCE appears in the display Press X or Y soft key The volume is distributed between the left and right sides of the vehicle or Press RES soft key briefly The balance is reset to its center level...

Page 200: ...dio mode Press b button Calling up wavebands You can choose from among the FM AM and WB wavebands Weather band page 202 Calling up wavebands for radios without SAT Press FM or AM soft key to switch be...

Page 201: ...selecting a station Direct frequency input page 200 Manual tuning page 201 Automatic seek tuning page 201 Scan search page 201 Station memory page 201 Automatic station memory Autostore page 202 The s...

Page 202: ...h Select desired waveband Press SC soft key SC will appear in the display The radio briefly approximately 8 seconds tunes in all receivable stations on the waveband selected Ending scan search Press S...

Page 203: ...he station buttons 1 to R in order of signal strength Calling up stations Press desired station button 1 to R Leaving the Autostore memory level Press FM or AM soft key briefly Interrupting radio mode...

Page 204: ...es 100 chan nels of digital quality radio among others music sports news and entertainment free of commercials SIRIUS satellite radio uses a fleet of high power satellites to broadcast 24 hours per da...

Page 205: ...ed for the satellite radio operation described here Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle Note that categories and channels shown in illustrations ar...

Page 206: ...service is not activated ACQUIRING will also appear in the radio display and NO SAT will appear in the multifunction display Selecting a station The following options are available Selecting a statio...

Page 207: ...to enter desired channel within 8 seconds e g 1 6 The system tunes to channel 16 The station you have selected begins to play Tuning via the program category list The category list contains all curren...

Page 208: ...s until desired station has been reached Tuning via scan search Scan search is characterized as follows Scan search plays a channel for approximately 8 seconds and then skips to the next channel withi...

Page 209: ...nic serial number ESN of the SAT tuner installed in your vehicle is displayed Press RET soft key to exit the menu CD mode Safety precautions i There are ten presets available An existing entry is over...

Page 210: ...stance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second i The audio system plays both CD Rs and CD RWs with audio data If you affix stickers to the CDs they can be come warped due to the heat that develops...

Page 211: ...The CD changer can read the following data carriers in MP3 mode CD DA CD R CD RW Compatible file systems and compres sion methods Use Romeo or Joliet Depending on file format used up to 128 character...

Page 212: ...cordings for which authorization has been obtained from the copyright holder MP3 playback You can play an MP3 CD on the CD changer as you would any standard audio CD All of the functions described for...

Page 213: ...been installed in the vehicle it can be operated from the front control panel of the audio system The CD changer is located in the glove box 1 CD loading slot 2 Magazine slot button A magazine is int...

Page 214: ...in the maga zine slot button flashes in green INSERT CD appears in the display along with the slot number The flashing light indicates that the CD changer is ready to receive a CD Insert an audio CD i...

Page 215: ...ive the next CD Repeat the previous step until all six magazine slots are loaded Once all magazine slots are loaded the CD in the sixth magazine slot is played Close the glove box Ejecting CDs Ejectin...

Page 216: ...lot or if the CD changer cancels the procedure With all CDs removed from the maga zine MAG EMPTY appears in the display Close the glove box i If you do not take the CD from the CD load ing slot within...

Page 217: ...hed off After the last track on a CD has finished the next CD is automatically played Playing tracks You have the following options Audio system with CD changer selecting CDs Direct track entry Track...

Page 218: ...unit skips back to the beginning of the track currently playing If less than 10 seconds have been played the unit skips back to the beginning of the previous track Pressing the G or H button repeatedl...

Page 219: ...witching on repeat Press RPT soft key RPT appears in the display Switching off repeat Press RPT soft key again Pause function The CD changer mode is interrupted by an incoming call on the telephone pa...

Page 220: ...he audio system display Warning G A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others we recommend that you pull over to a safe...

Page 221: ...lephone Switching on the telephone Press h button If the telephone was previously switched off PROCESSING appears in the display and you will then be prompted to enter your PIN Switching off the telep...

Page 222: ...th the CLR soft key Press soft key briefly to delete the last digit entered press soft key and hold to delete the complete number After correct telephone number has been entered press s button Phone b...

Page 223: ...ding order Press and hold button or until desired initial letter has been reached or Press button or repeatedly until desired entry has been reached The stored entries are selected in alphabetical ord...

Page 224: ...splay The numbers are stored in the order of the calls received When you have selected a number press s button The call will be made Speed dial If you have stored telephone numbers as speed dial numbe...

Page 225: ...made Accepting an incoming call If the telephone is active in the background reception symbol is visible in the display the audio source is muted when an incom ing call is received A ringing tone can...

Page 226: ...one call Note that the feature described here is dependent on availability from your mobile phone service provider Placing accepting a second call Place new call by entering telephone number manually...

Page 227: ...ll be prompted to enter your PIN for 30 seconds page 227 This display disappears when you press any button When your mobile telephone is inserted into the telephone cradle you will see the reception s...

Page 228: ...code Switching off the telephone Press h button for approximately 3 seconds PROCESSING appears in the display until the telephone is off Afterward PHONE OFF appears in the display Adjusting the volum...

Page 229: ...k with the audio system You can access both the main entries and the sub entries of your phone book Press MEM soft key or press button or Press desired numerical key 2 to 9 The stored entries are sele...

Page 230: ...key or press button or Press RCV soft key received calls The number of received calls and then the call last received appear briefly in the display Select desired telephone number with button or The...

Page 231: ...again place calls to the last ten telephone numbers dialed using the redial function Manual redial Press s button The telephone number last dialed will appear in the display Select desired telephone...

Page 232: ...g a call It is possible to mute a call the caller is then no longer able to hear you Mute on Press MUT soft key MIC MUTE will appear in the display Mute off Press MUT soft key again Terminating a call...

Page 233: ...h between the callers or combine them into one call Note that this feature is dependent on availability from your mobile phone service provider Placing a second call Place a new call by entering telep...

Page 234: ...lable If you cannot make an emergency call you will have to initiate rescue measures yourself GSM network phones Placing a 911 emergency call using audio head unit with the phone locked Press h button...

Page 235: ...number keypad on the audio head unit Press OK soft key or s button for dialing to begin DIALING appears in the audio display while the telephone establishes the connection Wait until the emergency ca...

Page 236: ...r windows are equipped with the express close and automatic reversal function If a door window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circum stance where you pressed the switch past the r...

Page 237: ...rresponding window closes completely i You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey page 238 or the retractable hardtop switch page 237 You can close and open the windows using the air re...

Page 238: ...op and open slightly Remove the obstruction press the respective switch at the symbol j again past the resis tance point and release If the window still does not close when there is no obstruction pre...

Page 239: ...oor handle The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the respective outside door handle Opening Summer opening feature Press and hold button The windows and retractable hardtop begin to open after ap...

Page 240: ...of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure If potential danger exists proceed as fol lows Release button to stop the closing procedure To open press and hold button To continue the closing proced...

Page 241: ...ake it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or...

Page 242: ...sed luggage cover Do not place anything on top or in front of the luggage cover Do not place anything on the shelf behind the roll bar Warning G To prevent possible accidents drive the ve hicle only w...

Page 243: ...il the retractable hardtop is completely low ered into the trunk Closing Push and hold the retractable hardtop switch in direction of arrow 2 until the retractable hardtop is completely closed and loc...

Page 244: ...not com pletely open or close the roof hydraulics will lose pressure and the retractable hardtop is lowered after approximately 7 minutes when the ignition is switched on after approximately 15 secon...

Page 245: ...tside driver s or passenger door handle The SmartKey must be in close proxim ity to the respective outside door han dle Warning G Stop the vehicle and lock the retractable hardtop before continuing to...

Page 246: ...When closing the side windows and retract able hardtop make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure If potential danger exists proceed as fol lows Release button...

Page 247: ...ng over roll bars Pull the wind screen edging not on the netting itself Removing Pull off wind screen 1 from roll bars Open snap fasteners 2 by pulling out handle cap 6 Loosen supporting straps 3 from...

Page 248: ...on the left hand side of the steering column page 24 Warning G The cruise control is a convenience system designed to assist the driver during vehicle operation The driver is and must remain at all t...

Page 249: ...ning G Cruise control brakes automatically so that the set speed is not exceeded The brake pedal is depressed automatically to do this Keep in mind that cruise control is a conve nience system designe...

Page 250: ...cient engine speed Shift gears in a timely manner If possible do not shift down more than one gear i The last stored speed is canceled when you turn off the engine i The cruise control switches off au...

Page 251: ...y tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 2 page 248 Setting to last stored speed Resume function Briefly pull the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 4 page 248 The cruise control r...

Page 252: ...vehicle model must not be used as they will damage the vehicle and retractable hardtop At time of printing Mercedes Benz does not offer any roof racks or any other roof mounted devices for use on thi...

Page 253: ...g on shelf behind the roll bars Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy ob jects Keep compartment lids closed This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown around and injuring vehicle occ...

Page 254: ...orage compartment lid release 2 Storage compartment Press storage compartment lid release 1 to open The storage compartment lid opens downward Push storage compartment lid up until it engages to close...

Page 255: ...that fit into the cup holder Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents especially hot liquids could spill during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an acciden...

Page 256: ...more room to take out the ashtray insert Open the ashtray Reach into both recesses on the left and right side of the retainer and pull out the ashtray insert Installing ashtray insert Place the ashtr...

Page 257: ...ehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury The lighter socket can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories up to a maximum...

Page 258: ...o date 12V DC electrical accessories e g air pump auxiliary lamps up to a maximum of 180 W Warning G Whenever you are using floormats make sure there is enough clearance and the floormats are securely...

Page 259: ...vehicle while the engine is running Doing so could lead to a malfunc tion of the vehicle s electronic system pos sibly resulting in an accident and or serious personal injury Warning G Please do not...

Page 260: ...e cradle you have to use the hands free device to respond during phone calls If applicable remove the cover for the external antenna connection from the back of the mobile phone and store it in a safe...

Page 261: ...ted in the mobile phone s display You can place or receive phone calls You can control other functions of the mobile phone via the control system page 149 audio system page 219 or COMAND see separate...

Page 262: ...radle Insert mobile phone cradle 3 into recesses 2 of contact plate 1 Push mobile phone cradle 3 forward until it engages Tele Aid Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call you w...

Page 263: ...center armrest cover The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular net work for communication and the GPS Global Positioning System satellites for vehicle loca tion If either of these signals are unavail...

Page 264: ...s in progress the indicator lamp in the SOS button will begin to flash The message Connecting call appears in the multifunction display and the audio system is muted When the con nection is establishe...

Page 265: ...gnals are available and pass the information on to the Response Center Initiating an emergency call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button Briefly press on cover 1 The cover opens i Location of the vehicle on...

Page 266: ...the storage compartment see Storage telephone compartment under armrest page 252 Warning G If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the vehicle e g smoke or fire in the vehicle ve hicle in a danger...

Page 267: ...es may ap ply Refer to the Roadside Assistance man ual for more information The following is only available in the USA Sign and Drive services Services such as jump start a few gallons of fuel or the...

Page 268: ...l appear in the multifunction display and the audio system is muted When the connection is established the message Call connected appears in the multifunction display The Tele Aid system will transmit...

Page 269: ...lay Information calls can be terminated using the button t on the multifunction steering wheel or the respective button for ending a tele phone call on the audio system or COMAND head unit If the indi...

Page 270: ...t report Pass this number on to the Mercedes BenzResponse Center along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the...

Page 271: ...er button Needed for programming not part of vehicle equipment 5 Hand held remote control of garage door opener gate operator or other device 6 Hand held remote control button Warning G Before program...

Page 272: ...tep 3 Step 3 Hold the end of hand held remote control 5 of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in 5 to12 cm away from the signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 to be programmed while keepin...

Page 273: ...on steps 1 through 6 of this text A second person may make the following training procedures quicker and easier Step 8 Locate training button on the garage door opener motor head unit Exact location a...

Page 274: ...button 2 3 or 4 Do not release this button until it has been successfully trained While still holding down the signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 cycle your hand held remote control button 6 as follow...

Page 275: ...integrated remote control Switch on the ignition page 37 Select and press the appropriate inte grated signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 to activate the remote con trolled device The integrated remote...

Page 276: ...ghten the antenna wire from the garage door opener assembly This may help improve transmitting and or receiving signals i Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated remo...

Page 277: ...ing off Turn switch at tip of stalk in direction of arrow 3 and release it The steering wheel heating is switched off Indicator lamp 2 goes out i The steering wheel heating is temporarily suspended wh...

Page 278: ...277 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 279: ...using the gear selector lever Shift gears in a timely manner Avoid accelerating by kickdown Vehicles withautomatic transmission Select gear 3 2 or 1 page 160 only when driving at moderate speeds for h...

Page 280: ...inking and driving Pedals Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combina tions Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions a...

Page 281: ...e vehicle Warning G After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through wa ter deep enough to wet brake components or salty road conditions the first braking ac tion may b...

Page 282: ...ce brake system is de signed to operate under the extremely high operating demands required to accommo date the performance capabilities of the vehicle The brakes may produce a squeak ing type noise d...

Page 283: ...ance driving it is important to maintain the brake system and have it checked regularly When starting off on a slippery surface do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP s...

Page 284: ...le when leaving Warning G If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possi ble damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flash e...

Page 285: ...r the winter season to ensure normal balanced handling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance as compared with sum mer tires Stopping distance however is still consid er...

Page 286: ...in the Technical data section page 434 for example when purchasing new tires For information on how to identify the tire speed rating on a tire s sidewall see Tire size designation load and speed rat...

Page 287: ...iving is resumed For more information see Winter driving page 332 i For information on driving with snow chains see Snow chains page 333 Warning G On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to...

Page 288: ...compart ment Water in these areas could cause damage to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission or could result in water being in gested by the engine through the air intake cau...

Page 289: ...in your Maintenance Booklet Warning G Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e with out being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle while t...

Page 290: ...azardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide CO and inhaling it can cause un consciousness and possible death Do not run the engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not...

Page 291: ...isplay page 368 The engine should not be operated with a coolant temperature above 248 F 120 C Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty i Dur...

Page 292: ...until the filler nozzle unit cuts out do not top off or overfill Replace the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it audibly engages Warning G Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It b...

Page 293: ...on on gasoline quality can normally be found on the fuel pump Please contact gas station personnel in case labels on the pump cannot be found For more information on gasoline see Premium unleaded gaso...

Page 294: ...ngine oil level For information on engine oil see Engine oil page 296 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For more information on vehicle lighting see Replacing bulbs page 393 For informat...

Page 295: ...is open even when the engine is turned off Parts of the engine can become very hot To prevent burns let the engine cool of com pletely before touching any components on the vehicle Comply with all rel...

Page 296: ...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 To avoid damage to the windshield wipers...

Page 297: ...utes with the engine turned off with the engine not at operating tem perature the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 30 minutes with the engine turned off To check the engine oil level via...

Page 298: ...to see engine oil level Switch on the ignition page 37 If you see the message Observe waiting time If engine is at operating temperature wait 5 minutes before repeating check procedure If engine is no...

Page 299: ...parked on level ground with the engine at operating tempera ture the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 5 minutes with the engine turned off with the engine not at operating tem perature...

Page 300: ...fil ters required for vehicles with Maintenance System For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet USA only in your vehicle litera tu...

Page 301: ...ansmission Coolant level 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 Excess...

Page 302: ...it The coolant level is correct if the level for cold coolant reaches marking bar 3 in expansion tank 1 for warm coolant is approximately 0 6 in 1 5 cm higher Add coolant as required Replace and tigh...

Page 303: ...b to pull cap 1 upwards Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient t...

Page 304: ...teps you need to observe Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of b...

Page 305: ...tires you should mount new tires on the front wheels first on vehicles with same sized wheels all around Warning G Replace rims or tires with the same designa tion manufacturer and type as shown on t...

Page 306: ...conditions Make sure you also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and inflation Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used and thus should be inspected and replac...

Page 307: ...ppears as a solid band across the tread Storing tires Cleaning tires Warning G Although the applicable federal motor safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the treadwear indicators TWI become vis...

Page 308: ...ion label also found on the driver s door B pillar It tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle...

Page 309: ...e seating capacity is located on the driver s door B pillar page 307 Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard...

Page 310: ...example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x150 650 lbs Step 5 De...

Page 311: ...from Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants driver and passengers Occupants weight Combined weightof all occupants Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit...

Page 312: ...Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The to tal allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear To assure that your vehicle does not ex ceed the maximum permissible weight limits GVWR an...

Page 313: ...le on the fuel filler flap page 291 for any additional infor mation pertaining to special driving situa tions For more information see Important notes on tire inflation pressure page 313 Warning G Fol...

Page 314: ...zed Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for proper tire inflation pressure Be sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure for normal driving speeds You should wait until the tires are cold before adjust...

Page 315: ...re inflation pressure on tire gauge and check against the recom mended tire inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar page 307 If necessary add air t...

Page 316: ...nderinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Un derinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability E...

Page 317: ...tedly until the following message appears in the multifunction display Run Flat Indicator active Menu R Button Press reset button J page 26 The following message will appear in the multifunction displ...

Page 318: ...e is a total loss of pressure in one or more tires You may only use the MOExtended system in conjunction with the Run Flat Indicator For information on driving in case of pres sure loss in one or more...

Page 319: ...er 6 Tire ply material page 327 7 Tire size designation load and speed rating page 318 8 Load identification page 322 9 Tire name Tire size designation load and speed rating 1 Tire width 2 Aspect rati...

Page 320: ...s expressed in percentage The aspect ratio is arrived at by dividing section height by section width Tire code The tire code 3 page 318 indicates the tire construction type The R stands for radial tir...

Page 321: ...t them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure i Tire load rating 5 page 318 and Tire speed rating 6 page 318 are also referr...

Page 322: ...rating and the speed capabil ity of the tire is limited to 186 mph 300 km h Any tire with a speed capability above 186 mph 300 km h must include a ZR in the size designation AND the service descriptio...

Page 323: ...aximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure DOT Tire Identification Number TIN U S tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall...

Page 324: ...bols For more information on retreaded tires see page 304 Tire size The code 3 page 323 indicates the tire size Tire type code The code 4 page 323 may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a d...

Page 325: ...re for the tire i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding t...

Page 326: ...ments in addition to these grades Warning G Never exceed the max tire inflation pressure Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and...

Page 327: ...government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance Temperature The temperature grades are A the high est B and C representing the tire s resis tance...

Page 328: ...lled or not Air pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa or bars Aspect rat...

Page 329: ...e must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver s door B pillar GVW Gross Vehicle Weight The GVW comprises the weight of the vehicle...

Page 330: ...nformation placard locat ed on the driver s door B pillar Provides best handling tread life and riding com fort If so equipped supplemental informa tion pertaining to special driving situations can be...

Page 331: ...rers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axl...

Page 332: ...t be maintained page 307 Rotate tires before the characteristic tire wear pattern becomes visible shoulder wear on front tires and tread center wear on rear tires Thoroughly clean the mounting face of...

Page 333: ...wflake symbol marking on the tire sidewall These tires meet specific snow traction performance requirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Association RMA and the Rubber Association of Canada RAC and hav...

Page 334: ...page 439 Warning G If you use your spare tire when winter tires are fitted on the other wheels be aware that the difference in tire characteristics may very well impair turning stability and that ove...

Page 335: ...y Service A due now The maintenance services will be indicated by showing a service type A through type H in the multifunction display Types A through H are classified based on estimated time needed t...

Page 336: ...e term you will see the fol lowing message in the multifunction display Service A exceeded by XXXXX miles km Service A exceeded by XXX days Service A exceeded by X day In addition a signal sounds when...

Page 337: ...days of disconnection will not be included in the count shown by the maintenance service indicator To arrive at the true maintenance service deadline you will need to subtract these days from the days...

Page 338: ...deal with unfavorable conditions near the ocean in industrial areas smoke exhaust emissions during winter operation You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage...

Page 339: ...painted body components Mercedes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not bead up This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months depending on the clima...

Page 340: ...r and thoroughly dry with a chamois Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the finish Automatic car wash You can have your car washed in an auto matic car wash from the start Automatic car washes with...

Page 341: ...ill be damaged when cleaned with chrome cleaner Instead use a damp cloth to clean those ornamental moldings For very dirty ornamental moldings of which you are sure are chrome plated use a chrome clea...

Page 342: ...ow interior do not use a dry cloth abrasives solvents or cleaners con taining solvents Do not touch the inside of the front rear or side windows with hard objects such as an ice scraper or ring Doing...

Page 343: ...er Use a soft bristle brush or a dry shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt Warning G Do not use cleaners or cockpit care sprays containing solvents to clean the cockpit or the steering wheel Clean...

Page 344: ...d Leather Care Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its underside should not become wet Wood trims Dampen cloth using water and use damp cloth to clean wood trims in your vehic...

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Page 346: ...hat to do if Where will I find Unlocking locking in an emergency Opening closing in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Battery Jump starting Tow...

Page 347: ...specified above If the ABS control unit is malfunction ing other systems such as the naviga tion system or the automatic transmission may also be malfunc tioning Continue driving with added caution W...

Page 348: ...rake system is still functioning normally but without the systems specified above Drive a short distance with added caution at a vehicle speed of above 12 mph 20 km h When the ABS indicator lamp goes...

Page 349: ...ng brake page 59 Read and observe messages in the dis play page 356 Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the brake w...

Page 350: ...y switch the engine to its limp home emergency operation mode Have the vehicle checked as soon as pos sible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center An on board diagnostic connector is used by the servic...

Page 351: ...g to the prevailing road weather and traffic conditions If the ESP cannot be switched back on Continue driving with added caution Observe additional messages that may appear in the multifunction displ...

Page 352: ...e en gine Your hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat...

Page 353: ...ale goes out and the warning chime stops sounding There are items placed on the passenger seat and therefore the system senses the passen ger seat as being occupied Remove the items from the passenger...

Page 354: ...page 26 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running There is a malfunction in the restraint systems The air bags or emergency tensioning devices ETDs could deploy unexpectedly or...

Page 355: ...e passenger seat The system is malfunctioning Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and foll...

Page 356: ...o objects applying supplemental weight onto the seat are present If the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Merced...

Page 357: ...button J page 26 or button j k or on the multifunction steering wheel Other high priority messages and messages of less immediate priority regular display colors can be cleared from the multifunction...

Page 358: ...ges page 366 Warning G No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction dis play is inoperative Contact your nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Switching on i...

Page 359: ...horized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident Cruise control inoperative The cruise control is malfunction ing Have the cruise...

Page 360: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident The charging voltage has fallen below 10 volts The ESP has switched off The B...

Page 361: ...cles with automatic transmis sion The provided operating safety of the automatic transmission is reduced Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G In the event...

Page 362: ...n a safe location as soon as possible and check the passenger seat for the following Switch off the ignition page 37 Apply the parking brake page 59 Remove child and child restraint from passenger sea...

Page 363: ...at is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the sys tem to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you c...

Page 364: ...ces acting on the seat may make the system sense a decrease in weight Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and check the passenger seat for the following Switch off the ignition pag...

Page 365: ...s unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the sys tem to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you can o...

Page 366: ...ation around you Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure as required page 314 If necessary change the wheel page 401 Restart the Run Flat Indicator after adjusting the tire inflation pressure val...

Page 367: ...is required and the stop ping distance is increased Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe loca tion and check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overhe...

Page 368: ...ed their wear limit Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible Warning G Driving with the message Check brake fluid level displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immed...

Page 369: ...do so Turn off the engine Apply the parking brake page 59 Check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may r...

Page 370: ...ngine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can...

Page 371: ...evel is too low Add coolant page 300 Comply with all warnings while doing so If you have to add coolant frequently have the cooling system checked by an au thorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G Do n...

Page 372: ...ve to workshop Certain electronic systems are un able to relay information to the con trol system The following systems may have failed Coolant temperature display Tachometer Cruise control display Ha...

Page 373: ...l as required page 299 If you must add engine oil frequently have the engine checked for possible leaks USA only Add 1 qt engine oil when next refueling Canada only Add 1 liter engine oil when next re...

Page 374: ...vice Products pamphlet USA only or contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Display symbol Display message Possible cause consequence Possible solution N Engine oil level Reduce oil level SLK 55 AMG...

Page 375: ...s Benz Center K Retractable roof Open Close completely You are driving with the retractable hardtop not properly locked Stop the vehicle in a safe location Observe the traffic situation around you Pus...

Page 376: ...move the SmartKey from the starter switch Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch 3rd brake lamp The high mounted brake lamp is malfunctioning This message will only appear if a critical number of...

Page 377: ...g Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Front foglamp left The left front fog lamp is malfunc tioning Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Front fogl...

Page 378: ...lb as soon as possible page 393 License plate lamp right The right license plate lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 393 Reverse lamp left The left backup lamp is malfunc...

Page 379: ...e page 393 Parking lamp front right Auxiliary bulb on The right front parking lamp is malfunctioning A backup bulb has been brought into use Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 393 Front left ma...

Page 380: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Tail lamp right Auxiliary bulb on The right tail lamp is malfunction ing This message will only appear if a critical number of LEDs have stopped wo...

Page 381: ...r of LEDs have stopped working Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Front left turn signal The left front turn signal is malfunc tioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible...

Page 382: ...This display appears if button s or t on the multifunction steer ing wheel is pressed and the vehicle is not equipped with a telephone This message will appear whenever the trunk lid is open Close th...

Page 383: ...tective wrap except SLK 55 AMG with Performance Package Alignment bolt Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Spare fuses Fuse extractor Valve extractor Electric air pump TIREFIT kit SLK 55 AMG with Performance...

Page 384: ...he vehicle at the jack take up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle whi...

Page 385: ...arrow as far as it will go Operational position Turn crank handle clockwise Before storing the vehicle jack in its compartment It should be fully collapsed The handle must be folded in storage positi...

Page 386: ...under plastic cover on the outside of spare wheel rim 2 Vehicle tool kit under spare wheel 3 Retaining screw Open the trunk page 100 Lift up trunk floor Loosen retaining screw 3 by turning it counterc...

Page 387: ...ain ing screw 3 Secure the spare wheel by turning retaining screw 3 clockwise For information on mounting the spare wheel see Flat tire page 401 Spare wheel bolts 1 Wheel bolt for light alloy rims 2 W...

Page 388: ...ow Slide mechanical key 2 out of the housing Unlocking the driver s door Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it stops Turn mechanical key 2 counterclock wise to position 1 until...

Page 389: ...urn mechanical key 3 back and remove it from the trunk lid lock Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey do the following Close the passenger door and the trunk lid Press t...

Page 390: ...to tow the vehicle 1 Gear selector lever cover 2 Release Insert flat blunt object e g screw driver into the left edge of cover 1 at the position indicated by the arrows Loosen cover 1 using this objec...

Page 391: ...unction dis play you will see K and the message Retractable roof being opened Properly lock retractable hardtop before continuing to drive page 240 Warning G Manually closing the retractable hardtop i...

Page 392: ...Replacement batteries Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey page 387 1 Mechanical key 2 Battery compartment Insert mechanical key 1 into opening Press mechani...

Page 393: ...atteries 3 Using a lint free cloth insert new batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal side facing up Return battery compartment 2 page 391 into the housing until it locks into p...

Page 394: ...e lamp to cool down before changing a bulb Keep bulbs out of reach of children Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you touch or move it when hot drop the bulb scratch the bulb...

Page 395: ...nd high beam use the same D2S 35W lamp Do not replace the Bi Xenon bulbs yourself Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center D2S 35 W 4 Front fog lamp HB4 51 W Front fog lamp vehicles with Sport Packa...

Page 396: ...lowing lamps replaced by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Additional turn signal lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors Bi Xenon lamps Front fog lamps High mounted brake lamp Brake lamps Front and...

Page 397: ...over for Bi Xenon head lamps Do not remove 2 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp 3 Bulb socket for high beam high beam flasher lamp 4 Bulb socket for parking and standing light lamp 5 Bulb socket for low...

Page 398: ...Front turn signal bulb Turn bulb socket 2 with the bulb counterclockwise and remove Press gently onto the bulb and turn it counterclockwise out of bulb socket 2 Press the new bulb gently into bulb soc...

Page 399: ...he bulb and turn counterclockwise out of its bulb sock et Press the new bulb gently into its bulb socket and turn clockwise Reinstall the bulb socket and turn clockwise until it engages Reinstall trim...

Page 400: ...s are components that are subject to wear and tear Replace the wiper blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwise the windows will not be properly wiped As a result you may not be a...

Page 401: ...ntaining a tilted position of the wiper blade place cover 1 onto attachment 3 so that guide tab 2 is under cover 1 Tilt the wiper blade in direction of the arrow towards the wiper arm Simultaneously p...

Page 402: ...e punctures particularly those in the tread can be sealed with TIREFIT TIREFIT can be used in ambient tempera tures down to 4 F 20 C Foreign objects e g screws or nails should not be removed from the...

Page 403: ...EFIT change clothing as soon as possible In case of allergic reaction or rash consult a physician immediately Warning G Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children If swallowed rinse mouth immediately with...

Page 404: ...air pump switch 4 Electrical plug 5 Air hose 6 Flange Open flap 7 on the electric air pump version 1 only Pull plug 4 and air hose 5 out of the pump housing Screw the air pump s air hose 5 onto flange...

Page 405: ...nflation pressure of at least 26 psi 1 8 bar is not attained turn off the electric air pump by pressing 0 on electric air pump switch 3 page 403 Detach filler hose 8 from tire valve 9 page 403 Drive v...

Page 406: ...inflation pressure of 26 psi 1 8 bar is not attained the tire is too severely damaged for TIREFIT to provide a reliable tire repair In this case TIREFIT cannot properly seal the tire Do not drive the...

Page 407: ...th the recommended tire inflation pressure Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit Bring used TIREFIT materials to an authorized Mercedes Benz Center...

Page 408: ...mstances require you to do so on a hill place the wheel chock or other sizeable object and the other wheel chock or other sizeable object as follows Place wheel chocks and other sizeable objects on th...

Page 409: ...f the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from th...

Page 410: ...e wheel with collapsible tire located under plastic cover on the outside of spare wheel rim Warning G The jack is intended only for lifting the vehicle briefly for wheel changes It is not suited for p...

Page 411: ...y damage the vehicle s brakes To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt Warning G Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Nev...

Page 412: ...the tire valve Make sure electric air pump switch 2 is set to 0 Insert electrical plug 3 into the power outlet in the passenger footwell page 257 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1...

Page 413: ...inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differ...

Page 414: ...storage compartment underneath the trunk floor Wrap the damaged wheel in the protec tive sheet provided with the vehicle tool kit and put the wheel in the trunk For information on storing the spare w...

Page 415: ...our driving style must be adapt ed accordingly Avoid abrupt steering and driving maneuvers as well as driving over obstacles road curbs potholes or off road areas This is especially important if the v...

Page 416: ...d area with water and seek medical help if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jump...

Page 417: ...ions page 303 and page 415 Use a 10 mm open end wrench to dis connect the negative lead from battery negative terminal 3 page 415 Remove the cover from battery positive terminal 2 page 415 Use a 10 mm...

Page 418: ...charge a battery while still installed in the vehicle unless the accessory battery charge unit approved by Mercedes Benz is being used Gases may escape during charg ing and cause explosions that may r...

Page 419: ...nsert water tray 1 page 416 Push in locks 2 page 416 and turn one quarter turn Always connect the battery in the order described below Otherwise the vehicle s electronics can be damaged Never invert t...

Page 420: ...jump starting as you could otherwise be injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it does immediately flush affected ar...

Page 421: ...charged battery first Start the engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed Connect negative terminal 3 of the charged battery with negative under hood terminal 4 with the se...

Page 422: ...rical system as that will be necessary to adequately control the towed vehicle Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground make sure the SmartKey is in starter switch position 2 If the S...

Page 423: ...e doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h or more To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking deactivate the...

Page 424: ...talling Unscrew the towing eye bolt using the lug wrench To reinstall cover 1 tilt the marked lower left corner towards the opening Maintaining its tilted position insert cover 1 by applying the latch...

Page 425: ...strap Screw towing eye bolt in to its end stop and tighten with lug wrench Installing Unscrew the towing eye bolt using the lug wrench To reinstall cover 1 tilt the marked lower edge towards the open...

Page 426: ...er s side of the engine compartment page 426 Before replacing fuses Apply the parking brake page 59 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to position P page 157 manual transmission to Neutral Turn...

Page 427: ...e com partment on the driver s side 1 Fuse box 2 Clamp 3 Fuse box cover Opening Open the hood page 294 With a dry cloth remove any moisture from the fuse box Release clamps 2 Remove fuse box cover 3 C...

Page 428: ...427 Technical 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...

Page 429: ...More than 300000 different parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz Parts are subject ed to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed manufactur...

Page 430: ...nties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories...

Page 431: ...he passenger seat page 431 on the lower edge of the windshield page 431 Example certification label U S vehicles 2 VIN 3 Paintwork code Example certification label Canada vehicles 2 VIN 3 Paintwork co...

Page 432: ...on engine 6 VIN lower edge of windshield 7 Vacuum line routing diagram label 8 Emission control information label includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards i When...

Page 433: ...ley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator alternator SLK 55 AMG 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Power steering pump 3 Air...

Page 434: ...Stroke 3 23 in 82 20 mm 3 39 in 86 00 mm 3 60 in 92 00 mm Total piston displacement 182 8 cu in 2996 cm3 213 5 cu in 3498 cm3 331 8 cu in 5439 cm3 Compression ratio 11 3 1 10 7 1 11 1 Output according...

Page 435: ...eristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any...

Page 436: ...loy 7 J x 16 H2 7 5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset 1 34 in 34 mm 1 42 in 36 mm Winter tires1 2 1 Radial ply tires 2 Not available as factory equipment 205 55 R16 91H M S 225 45 R17 91H M S Rims light alloy 7...

Page 437: ...formance Package Rims light alloy 7 5 J x 17 H2 7 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 46 in 37 mm 1 46 in 37 mm Winter tires1 2 3 1 Radial ply tires 2 Not available as factory equipment 3 For use with snow cha...

Page 438: ...offset 1 34 in 34 mm 1 42 in 36 mm Summer tires1 205 55 R16 91V 225 45 R17 91W or 225 45 R17 91W MOExtended 2 Rear axle Rims light alloy 8 J x16 H2 8 5 J x17 H2 Wheel offset 1 18 in 30 mm 1 18 in 30...

Page 439: ...1 46 in 37 mm Summer tires1 3 1 Radial ply tires 225 45 ZR17 91Y or 225 45 R17 91W MOExtended 2 2 Must be used in conjunction with Run Flat Indicator only 225 40 ZR18 92Y XL Extra Load Rear axle AMG...

Page 440: ...e wheel rim If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator s Manual inflate the collapsible tire to the recommended tire infla...

Page 441: ...4 V 150 A Starter motor 12 V 1 4 kW 12 V 1 4 kW 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 74 Ah 12 V 74 Ah 12 V 74 Ah Spark plugs NGK PLKR 6A Bosch Platin Y 7 MPP33 NGK PLKR 6A NGK IFR6D10 Electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 m...

Page 442: ...1969 mm Overall vehicle height 51 0 in 1296 mm 51 1 in 1298 mm 50 6 in 1286 mm Overall vehicle height when opening closing hardtop 60 8 in 1544 mm 60 8 in 1544 mm 60 4 in 1534 mm Wheelbase 95 7 in 24...

Page 443: ...expressly approved by Mercedes Benz for use on this vehicle model must not be used as they will damage the vehicle and retractable hardtop At time of printing Mercedes Benz does not offer any roof ra...

Page 444: ...r persons or the environment Keep service fluids out of the reach of children For health reasons you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with you skin or clothing If a servic...

Page 445: ...96 RON 86 MON including a reserve of SLK 280 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMG approx 2 4 US gal 9 0 l approx 2 6 US gal 10 0 l Air conditioning system All models R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil ne...

Page 446: ...ne oils and oil filters of specifica tion other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maint...

Page 447: ...serious personal injury Never allow sparks flame or smoking mate rials near gasoline Turn off the engine before refueling Whenever you are around gasoline avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact exting...

Page 448: ...y recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build up of carbon deposits After an extended period of using fuels without such additives carbon deposits can build...

Page 449: ...For information on other Mercedes Benz approved products of equal specification refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet USA only or contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center To provi...

Page 450: ...y shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in...

Page 451: ...nt temperatures Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water 1 part MB SummerFit to100 parts wate...

Page 452: ...heating 105 Alarm system see Anti theft systems Alignment bolt Vehicle tool kit 382 409 Anticorrosion antifreeze 449 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti theft systems 90 Alarm system 90 Immobilizer 90...

Page 453: ...malfunctions 167 Gearshift pattern 52 Kickdown 159 Kickdown manual shift program 167 Manual shift program 165 Program mode selector switch 161 Shifting procedure 156 Steering wheel gearshift control...

Page 454: ...tion label 430 CHECK ENGINE indicator lamp 349 Children in the vehicle Air bags 79 Passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 74 354 Infant and child restraint systems 79 Occupant Classification Syste...

Page 455: ...opening closing Power windows 238 Retractable hardtop 244 Coolant 448 Adding water 293 Anticorrosion antifreeze 449 Checking coolant level 300 Messages in the multifunction display 368 370 Technical...

Page 456: ...emory 135 Vehicle status messages 356 Distance to empty range Trip computer 149 Door Control panel 34 Entry lamps 117 Locking in an emergency 388 Locking unlocking SmartKey 94 Opening from inside 99 R...

Page 457: ...mergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission control 289 Information label 431 System warranties 10 Vacuum line routing diagram 431 Engine Cleaning 339 Compartment 294 Malfunction indicator lamp 27 349...

Page 458: ...3 Fuel filler flap 291 Fuel gauge Instrument cluster 27 Fuse extractor Vehicle tool kit 382 Fuses 425 Fuse extractor 425 Replacing 425 Spare fuses 425 Spare fuses Vehicle tool kit 382 G Garage door op...

Page 459: ...ion in starter switch 37 Immobilizer see Anti theft systems Infant and child restraint systems see Children in the vehicle Instrument cluster 27 118 Clock 120 Lamps indicator and warning 346 Overview...

Page 460: ...gs Control system 143 Instrument cluster illumination 118 Interior lighting 116 Low beam headlamps 109 Night security illumination Control system 144 Reading lamps 117 Standing lamps 109 Trunk 116 Lim...

Page 461: ...e phone see Telephone MOE tires see MOExtended system MOExtended system 317 414 MON 292 447 Motor Octane Number see MON MP3 210 Multifunction display 121 Multifunction display messages 356 ABS 358 Air...

Page 462: ...ft control 163 Operating safety 16 193 Operating vehicle outside the USA and Canada 13 Operator s Manual 10 Ornamental moldings see Vehicle care Outside temperature indicator 119 128 Outside temperatu...

Page 463: ...What to do if 346 Premium unleaded gasoline 446 Problems While driving 58 With vehicle 17 Product information 9 Production options weight 329 Program mode see Automatic transmis sion Automatic shift...

Page 464: ...157 Manual transmission 154 Rims 329 434 Roadside Assistance 12 265 RON 292 447 Roof rack 251 Rubber parts cleaning 342 Run Flat Indicator 315 S Safety belts see Seat belts Safety defects reporting 18...

Page 465: ...tions in starter switch 37 Power windows opening closing 238 Remote control 94 Replacing batteries 391 Restoring to factory setting 98 Retractable hardtop opening closing 244 Selective setting 97 Star...

Page 466: ...conditioning refrigerant 445 Brake fluid 446 Coolants 448 Electrical system 440 Engine 433 Engine oil 445 Fuel additives 447 Fuel requirements 447 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 443 Headlamp cleaning s...

Page 467: ...307 Driving instructions 283 Flat tire 401 Important guidelines 304 Inflating with air pump 411 MOExtended 434 Mounting wheel 409 Removing wheel 409 Retreads 304 Rims and tires 434 Rotating 330 Run F...

Page 468: ...36 Upholstery Cleaning 343 Useful features Ashtray 255 Cigarette lighter 256 Cup holder 254 Floormat Driver s side only 257 Garage door opener 270 Heated steering wheel 276 Parcel net 253 Power outle...

Page 469: ...351 352 Tow away alarm 91 Warranty coverage 429 Washing the vehicle see Vehicle care Wear pattern Tires 331 Weights 442 Wheel bolts 386 Wheel chock Vehicle tool kit 382 Wheel wrench Vehicle tool kit 3...

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