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Summary of Contents for 2008 SL 55 AMG

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Page 2: ...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 3: ...electronic recording devices 19 At a glance 21 Exterior view 22 Cockpit 24 Instrument cluster 26 Multifunction steering wheel 30 Center console 31 Upper part 31 Lower part 32 Overhead control panel 3...

Page 4: ...GO 113 Loss of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 113 Opening the doors from the inside 113 Opening the trunk 114 Closing the trunk 116 Valet locking 120 Trunk lid emergency release 121 Power cl...

Page 5: ...iving tips 175 Gear ranges 176 Automatic shift program 177 Gear selector lever one touch gearshifting 179 Steering wheel gearshift control one touch gearshifting 180 Manual shift program SL 55 AMG and...

Page 6: ...8 Driving off 270 Parking 271 Tires 271 Hydroplaning 272 Tire traction 273 Tire speed rating 273 Winter driving instructions 274 Standing water 275 Passenger compartment 276 Driving abroad 276 Control...

Page 7: ...st aid kit 400 Vehicle tool kit jack and spare wheel 400 Locking unlocking in an emergency 403 Unlocking the vehicle 403 Locking the vehicle 405 Lowering the load assist manually 406 Replacing SmartKe...

Page 8: ...e 447 Rims and tires 449 Same size tires 450 Mixed size tires 451 Spare wheel 453 Electrical system 454 Main dimensions 455 Weights 456 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 457 Capacities 457 Engine oils 460...

Page 9: ...for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in indi vidual cases an official approval or authori zation by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such par...

Page 10: ...reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore infor mation illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment is also desc...

Page 11: ...retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or mal function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle...

Page 12: ...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 sen...

Page 13: ...f leaded fuels will damage the catalysts gasoline may have a considerably low er octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Certain Mercedes Benz models are available for delivery in Euro...

Page 14: ...quipment installed on your ve hicle This section expands on the Getting started section and also describes techni cal innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle t...

Page 15: ...bols appearing in succession indicates a multiple step procedure page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic This continuation symbol marks a warning which is continued...

Page 16: ...ever turn off the engine while driving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious damage a...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...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 21: ...21 At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Storage compartments Door control panel...

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

Page 23: ...ng 49 Auto dimming rear view mirrors 185 7 Towing 434 Installing towing eye bolt 436 8 Tires and wheels 291 Checking tire inflation pressure 302 General information 291 Flat tire 417 Vehicle tool kit...

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

Page 25: ...see separate operating instructions Item Page 9 Front Parktronic warning indicator 235 a Digital clock b Interior storage compart ments locking unlocking 240 c Overhead control panel 33 d Glove box 2...

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

Page 27: ...tem Page E Distronic indicator lamp1 white or distance warning lamp red 218 350 3 Left multifunction display with Outside temperature display 142 Main odometer 143 Stored speed for Cruise control Dist...

Page 28: ...28 At a glance Instrument cluster...

Page 29: ...tilock Brake Sys tem ABS indicator lamp 344 1 Supplemental Restraint System SRS indicator lamp 354 Item Page Seat belt telltale 352 X Combination low tire pressure TPMS mal function telltale USA only...

Page 30: ...control sys tem 144 3 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume Press button up to increase down to decrease 4 Telephone Press button 169 247 s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to r...

Page 31: ...er on off switch 137 3 Central unlocking switch 123 4 Passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 78 5 Center and side air vent adjustment 194 6 COMAND system see sepa rate operating instructions 7 Rig...

Page 32: ...irror adjustment 49 4 ABC suspension tuning button 232 5 Tow away alarm switch 100 6 Retractable hardtop switch 204 Roll bar buttons 83 Item Page 7 ABC vehicle level control button 230 8 ESP switch 93...

Page 33: ...f 138 2 Temperature sensor for automatic climate control 188 3 Right reading lamp on off 138 4 Interior lighting control 138 5 Interior rear view mirror 49 185 6 Reading lamp 138 7 Garage door opener...

Page 34: ...34 At a glance Storage compartments...

Page 35: ...net 242 6 Trunk Vehicle tool kit jack spare wheel 400 Load assist 245 Luggage cover 210 Trunk load 456 Load limit 296 Item Page 7 Navigation computer refer to separate Operator s Manual 8 Rear storag...

Page 36: ...s for opening closing door and rear side windows 201 3 Storing seat mirror and steering wheel settings Memory function 129 4 Seat heating switch 126 Seat ventilation switch 128 5 Seat adjustment switc...

Page 37: ...37 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

Page 38: ...martKey with remote control 1 Lock button 2 Unlock button for trunk lid 3 Unlock button 4 Panic button page 88 Press unlock button on the SmartKey All turn signal lamps flash once An acoustic warning...

Page 39: ...disarmed The electro hydraulic brake system is activated A side window will not work if it is blocked with ice or if the battery needs charging If you cannot shut a door do not force it or you could d...

Page 40: ...342 3 Starting position A side window will not work if it is blocked with ice or if the battery needs charging If you cannot shut a door do not force it or you could damage the door or the side windo...

Page 41: ...art stop button the vehicle s on board electronics have the status 0 as with SmartKey removed Position 1 Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once This supplies power for some electrical consumers s...

Page 42: ...amps in the instrument cluster page 342 For more information see SmartKey with KEYLESS GO page 108 For information on starting the engine using the KEYLESS GO start stop button see Starting with KEYLE...

Page 43: ...de the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and seat belts are prop erly positioned on the body Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten yo...

Page 44: ...power seats can be operated when the respective door is open Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle...

Page 45: ...lets you store the settings for the driver s seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors When moving the seats make sure there are no items in t...

Page 46: ...lose control of the vehicle When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Even with the SmartKey or the...

Page 47: ...wheel up or down Move stalk up or down in direction of arrow 2 Easy entry exit feature This feature allows for easier entry into and exit from the vehicle When entering and exiting the vehicle the st...

Page 48: ...nlocked vehicle Children could open the driver s door and unintentionally activate the easy entry exit feature which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i The last set steering...

Page 49: ...more information see Good visibility page 185 Warning G Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror The mirror surface is convex outwardly curved surface for a wider field of...

Page 50: ...ays 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 hit...

Page 51: ...re 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 a...

Page 52: ...nts toddler restraints or children in booster seats always follow the child seat manufacturer s instruc tions Check your seat belt during travel to make sure that it is properly positioned Make sure t...

Page 53: ...the engine with the SmartKey see Turning off with the SmartKey page 64 Warning G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide CO and inhaling it can...

Page 54: ...es If the engine does not start as described carry out the following steps If you are starting the engine with the SmartKey Turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 0 and repeat starting procedure...

Page 55: ...or call Roadside Assistance Parking brake 1 Release handle Release the parking brake by pulling on release handle 1 The brake warning lamp USA only or 3 Canada only in the instrument cluster goes out...

Page 56: ...reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control In order to avoid damage to the transmission Wait for the gear selection process to com plete before setting th...

Page 57: ...ombination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher Push the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 The high beam headlamps and the high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster come...

Page 58: ...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 necessary to operate the windshield wipers in dry weather condi...

Page 59: ...r wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not leave windshield wipers on an inter mittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car...

Page 60: ...t be operating properly Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it Give very little gas Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possib...

Page 61: ...under any circumstances Notify local fire and or police authorities If the extent of the damage cannot be determined Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance If no damag...

Page 62: ...ome 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 vehic...

Page 63: ...leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unat tended in the vehicle or with access...

Page 64: ...ng brake in addition to shifting to position P When parked on an incline also turn front wheels towards the road curb i The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector...

Page 65: ...accident and or serious personal injury A side window will not work if it is blocked with ice or if the battery needs charging If you cannot shut a door do not force it or you could damage the door o...

Page 66: ...he doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed For more information see Locking and unlocking page 104 Locking with KEYLESS GO 1 Lock button Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle With...

Page 67: ...67 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 68: ...n with each other 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 l...

Page 69: ...comes 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...

Page 70: ...rest Fasten your seat belt and make sure that it is prop erly positioned on your body page 50 Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force a proper seating and hands on steering wheel...

Page 71: ...r where the head thorax air bag inflates This could result in serious injuries or death should the head thorax air bag be deployed 2 Always sit as upright as possible prop erly use the seat belts and...

Page 72: ...dling and regard for the environment Check with your local government s disposalguidelines Californiaresidents see http www dtsc ca gov Hazard ousWaste Perchlorate index cfm Air bags and Emergency Te...

Page 73: ...tact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center For your protection and the protection of others when scrapping the air bag unit or emergency tensioning device our safety instructions must be followed These i...

Page 74: ...reset deployment threshold on the impacted side of the vehicle independently of the front air bags The head thorax air bags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the sys tem s deployment thr...

Page 75: ...ge 368 In the event of a collision the air bag control unit will not allow passenger front air bag deployment when the OCS classified the passenger seat occupant as being up to or less than the weight...

Page 76: ...eployed If the 5 indicator lamp is not illuminated the passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed in the event of certain frontal impacts if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold...

Page 77: ...move the seat as far back as possible use the proper child restraint recom mended for the age size and weight of the child and secure child restraint with the vehicle s seat belt according to the chi...

Page 78: ...is not occupied and the system senses the passenger seat as being empty the 5 indicator lamp will illuminate and not go out Warning G If the 1 indicator lamp and the 5 indicator lamp are lit at the s...

Page 79: ...ild seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident instead of increasing protec tion for the child Follow the manufacturer s instructions for installation of child seats i For informati...

Page 80: ...proper positioning of the seat belt Warning G Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available Make sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a sepa...

Page 81: ...Sommer Corporate Media AG Operator s Manual SL Class Order No 6515 3069 13 Part No 230 584 25 96 Edition A 2008 SL Class 2 3 0 5 8 4 2 5 9 6...

Page 82: ...he shoulder belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdo men which could severely injure inter nal organs such as your liver or spleen Never wear seat belts over rigid or breakable objects...

Page 83: ...he driver s and passenger s seat belts are fastened If the driver s or the passenger s seat belt remain unfastened after 60 seconds the warning chime stops sounding The seat belt telltale stops flashi...

Page 84: ...switched on page 40 Warning G An emergency tensioning device ETD that was activated must be replaced When disposing of the emergency tension ing device our safety instructions must be followed These a...

Page 85: ...If the roll bar warning lamp in the instrument cluster does not go out after starting the engine flickers or if it comes on while driving the roll bar system is not operating properly and may not acti...

Page 86: ...nt system which is properly secured by a lap shoulder belt and that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210 2 A sta...

Page 87: ...inflating air bag Note the following important information when you place a child in the passenger seat Your vehicle is equipped with air bag technology designed to turn off the pas senger front air b...

Page 88: ...ificantly increased 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 m...

Page 89: ...e following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unaut...

Page 90: ...g G The following factors increase the risk of ac cidents Excessive speed especially in turns Wet and slippery road surfaces Following another vehicle too closely The driving systems described in this...

Page 91: ...y brake maneuver Keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal For more information see the Practical hints section page 342 Warning G When the ABS is malfunctioning the BAS and the ESP are also sw...

Page 92: ...faces The ESP also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers The ABS ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster page 26 flashes when the ESP is engaged The ABS ESP warning lamp v...

Page 93: ...P cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hydroplaning Only a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of an ESP equipped v...

Page 94: ...to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip the electronic traction system will still apply the brakes to a spinning wheel the ESP continues to operate when you are braking you cannot activate...

Page 95: ...e spinning the ABS ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer flashes However the ESP will then not stabilize the vehicle Warning G When the ABS ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuously the ESP is sw...

Page 96: ...ges page 377 appear in the multifunction display while driving To brake the driver must then apply significantly greater brake pedal pressure and depress the pedal much further to obtain the expected...

Page 97: ...ses If you experience the above while driving and the red brake warning lamp page 345 illumi nates and or warning messages appear in the multifunction display page 377 the brake system ismalfunctionin...

Page 98: ...e This produces heat which serves to dry the brake disks and help prevent corrosion On long and steep grades shift to a lower gear gear range 1 2 or 3 to prevent the brakes from overheating and to red...

Page 99: ...Deactivating With the SmartKey Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 2 page 40 With KEYLESS GO Switch on the ignition page 41 Anti theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been arme...

Page 100: ...m system indicator lamp 1 starts flashing Disarming the alarm system Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO The turn signal lamps flash once and an acoustic warning sounds once to indicate...

Page 101: ...or KEYLESS GO The tow away alarm is automatically armed after about 30 seconds Disarming tow away alarm To prevent triggering the tow away alarm disable the tow away alarm feature before towing the ve...

Page 102: ...n on a door handle The tow away alarm remains disarmed un til you lock the vehicle again Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch or Press th...

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Page 104: ...il Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Automatic climate control Power windows Retractable hardtop Driving sys...

Page 105: ...cking and un locking see the Getting started section page 38 Locking and unlocking SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The S...

Page 106: ...his device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference receive...

Page 107: ...or trunk is opened the SmartKey is not inserted in the starter switch the central locking switch is not activated Global locking Press button With the trunk and both doors closed All turn signal lamps...

Page 108: ...lamps flash once An acoustic warning sounds once The locking knob in the driver s door moves up The anti theft alarm system is disarmed Global unlocking Press button twice All turn signal lamps flash...

Page 109: ...g tab 4 Unlock button 5 Battery check lamp 6 Panic button page 88 For information on using the SmartKey buttons see SmartKey page 104 Warning G When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with K...

Page 110: ...ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i You can also close the power w...

Page 111: ...ch The SmartKey will then have priority over the KEYLESS GO function and the vehicle s electrical system will operate according to the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch even stopping the...

Page 112: ...rn signal lamps flash three times An acoustic warning sounds three times The locking knobs in the doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed i When unlocking or locking the vehicle with KEYL...

Page 113: ...cking knob in the driver s door moves up The anti theft alarm system is disarmed Global unlocking Grasp the door handle on the passen ger side All turn signal lamps flash once An acoustic warning soun...

Page 114: ...echanical lock replaced if necessary Any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the in side Ope...

Page 115: ...move key appears in the multifunction display remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or switch off the automatic headlamp mode Failure to switch off the exterior lamps when leaving the vehicle ma...

Page 116: ...ull on handle 1 Vehicles without KEYLESS GO The vehicle must be unlocked i To facilitate trunk loading and unloading when the hardtop is retracted you can raise the hardtop from its storage position i...

Page 117: ...tch 1 To interrupt the opening procedure Press or pull switch 1 Closing the trunk The trunk lid swings open upwards automat ically Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance Warning...

Page 118: ...trunk Be espe cially careful when small children are around When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicl...

Page 119: ...to contact with an object while closing e g luggage that has been piled too high in the upper motion sequence the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk re opens slightly Warning G Monitor the clo...

Page 120: ...th trunk opening closing sys tem and KEYLESS GO you can close the trunk and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS GO locking closing switch 1 KEYLESS GO locking closing sw...

Page 121: ...al key out of the SmartKey page 403 Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 and remove the mechanical key in that position to lock the trunk The...

Page 122: ...sed An electrical power assisted mechanism draws the trunk lid closed quietly and automatically once the trunk lid has been latched When the electrical power assisted mechanism has stopped the trunk c...

Page 123: ...trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death i You can open a loc...

Page 124: ...nly when conditions are safe to do so If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO it will not unlock using the central locking switch If the vehicle was previou...

Page 125: ...to its previ ous position automatically Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the seat s lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine 1 Thumbwheel Switch on the ignition page 40 Set th...

Page 126: ...page 40 Shoulder region support Press or on switch 2 The air cushion inflates or deflates Lumbar region support Press k or j on rocker switch 1 This selects the air cushion you wish to adjust Press o...

Page 127: ...switch come on Switching off rapid seat heating Press upper switch position 2 once more Level 2 Two red indicator lamps on rapid seat heating The seat heating automatically switches to level 1 after...

Page 128: ...ed indicator lamps go out Level 2 Two red indicator lamps on rapid seat heating The seat heating automatically switches to level 1 after approxi mately 5 minutes 1 One red indicator lamp on normal sea...

Page 129: ...hing off seat ventilation Press switch 1 repeatedly until all blue indicator lamps go out Level 3 Three blue indicator lamps on highest level 2 Two blue indicator lamps on 1 One blue indicator lamp on...

Page 130: ...a lap shoulder belt and that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210 2 With the memory function you can store up t...

Page 131: ...ory button and press a stored position button 1 2 or 3 within 3 seconds All the settings are stored at the selected position Recalling positions from memory On memory switch press and hold stored posi...

Page 132: ...mode page 133 4 U Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode page 133 5 C Parking lamps also side marker lamps tail lamps license plate lamps instrument panel lamps 6 B Low beam headlamps or hi...

Page 133: ...ht When the engine is running the low beam headlamps the tail and parking lamps the license plate lamps and the side marker lamps will switch on and off depending on the brightness of the ambient ligh...

Page 134: ...to position N or P with the vehicle at a standstill the low beam headlamps will switch off with a delay of 3 minutes When the engine is running and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C the...

Page 135: ...er is available at all times For nighttime driving you should turn the exterior lamp switch to position B or U to permit activation of the high beam headlamps Warning G In low ambient lighting or fogg...

Page 136: ...or lamp in the exterior lamp switch goes out Rear fog lamp driver s side only Turn the exterior lamp switch to position or B page 131 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to second stop The front fog lam...

Page 137: ...1 or the exterior lamp switch in position U page 131 or the daytime running lamp mode activated page 133 Driving forward Switching on corner illuminating front fog lamps Switch on the left or right tu...

Page 138: ...ective front fog lamp goes out Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or with the SmartKey with KEYLES...

Page 139: ...exit lamps remain switched off in darkness even when you unlock the vehicle remove the SmartKey from the starter switch open a door open the trunk i With the hazard warning flasher activated and the c...

Page 140: ...2 to switch on the desired reading lamp Press reading lamp switch 1 or 2 again to switch off the respective reading lamp Courtesy lighting For better orientation in the dark courtesy lamps will illumi...

Page 141: ...sole To brighten illumination Turn reset button 1 in the instrument cluster clockwise The instrument cluster illumination will brighten To dim illumination Turn reset button 1 in the instrument cluste...

Page 142: ...engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Stop the vehicle in a safe location away from other traffic Tu...

Page 143: ...ot by 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...

Page 144: ...peedometer and the tachometer In its default state the left multifunction display shows the main odometer and the outside temperature while the trip odometer appears in the right multifunction display...

Page 145: ...display in the speedometer 2 Right multifunction display in the tachometer Operating the control system 3 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume Press button up to increase down to decrease 4 Tel...

Page 146: ...ettings for your vehicle It is helpful to think of the menus and the functions within each menu as being ar ranged in a circular pattern If you press button or re peatedly you will pass through each m...

Page 147: ...146 Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus...

Page 148: ...s submenus Calling up digital speedometer Outside temperature Engine oil temperature Selecting radio station Show route guidance instructions current direction traveled Calling up settings Calling up...

Page 149: ...bmenu Fuel consumption statistics since last re set Searching for name in phone book Time submenu Resetting fuel consump tion statistics Lighting submenu Distance to empty Vehicle submenu Convenience...

Page 150: ...ct Display function of the Inst Cluster submenu page 161 Press button k or j to select the functions in the standard display menu The following functions are available Calling up digital speedometer o...

Page 151: ...G menu Press button j repeatedly until you see the vehicle supply voltage 1 Vehicle supply voltage 2 Gear indicator i This function is only available in AMG vehicles i The engine oil temperature symbo...

Page 152: ...ure is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted Racing on public roads is prohibited under all circumstances and the driver is and must always remain responsible f...

Page 153: ...ediate time is called up 1 Best lap time 2 Lap number 3 RACETIMER 4 Gear indicator Resetting current lap Press button while the timer is running The timer stops Press button The lap time is reset to 0...

Page 154: ...button j or k to see other lap analyses AUDIO menu The functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on If no audio equipment is currently turned on the messa...

Page 155: ...sponding key on the COMAND control panel SAT Press button or repeatedly until you see the currently tuned sta tion in the right multifunction display 1 SAT mode 2 Channel name or number Press button k...

Page 156: ...rrent track Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired track is selected NAV menu The NAV menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system Press button or repeatedly until yo...

Page 157: ...pear in the multi function display and are based on conditions or system status the vehicle s system has recorded The vehicle status message memory menu only appears if messages have been stored Press...

Page 158: ...this puts the starter switch in position 0 same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch Settings menu In the Settings menu there are two functions The function Reset with which you can r...

Page 159: ...nus in the Settings menu Press button or repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction display Press button j In the right multifunction display you see the collection of submenus Th...

Page 160: ...ehicle Convenience page 160 page 161 page 163 page 166 page 166 Selecting speedometer display mode Synchronizing time with head unit Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only Setting automatic lockin...

Page 161: ...tton j or k repeatedly until the message Digital Speedometer appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to set the speedometer units to Kilomet...

Page 162: ...ng The selected option appears in the left multifunction display The option not selected will appear in the right multifunction display when scrolling through the standard display page 149 Time submen...

Page 163: ...j or k repeatedly until the message Set Time Hour appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the hour setting Press button or to set the hour Setting the time minutes This functi...

Page 164: ...in position M or U the low beam head lamps are switched on when the engine is running In low ambient light conditions the follow ing lamps will switch on additionally Parking lamps Tail lamps License...

Page 165: ...ppears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to switch the locator lighting feature On or Off Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U when exi...

Page 166: ...Then turn it to position 2 and back to position 0 The headlamps delayed switch off feature is deactivated It will reactivate as soon as you reinsert the SmartKey in the starter switch Vehicles with K...

Page 167: ...r button to the Vehicle submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Automatic Door Lock appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or...

Page 168: ...ring wheel when the easy entry exit feature is activated To stop steering wheel movement do one of the following Move steering wheel adjustment stalk page 47 Press one of the memory position buttons o...

Page 169: ...last reset 3 Time elapsed since last reset 4 Average fuel consumption since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics Press button or repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip co...

Page 170: ...g 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 rec ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before plac...

Page 171: ...and you can operate it using the control system Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls you can answer a call at any time In the right multifunction display you will then see th...

Page 172: ...on of the call will appear in the multifunction display If no connection is made the control system stores the dialed number in the redial memory Redialing The control system stores the most recently...

Page 173: ...rshift 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 catalytic converter to...

Page 174: ...park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or reverse You could los...

Page 175: ...ear selector lever in park position P to secure the vehicle The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in park position P With the SmartKey removed the gear...

Page 176: ...ning G Getting out 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 f...

Page 177: ...the gear selector lever in drive position D and driving in program mode C or S you can select a gear range for the automatic transmission to operate within Gear selector lever page 179 You can limit...

Page 178: ...eed automatic transmission only The transmission shifts through fifth gear only applies to vehicles with 7 speed automatic transmission only The transmission shifts through fourth gear only Effect The...

Page 179: ...ts out in second gear both forward and reverse for gentler starts This does not apply if full throttle is applied or gear range 1 is selected Traction and driving stability are improved on icy roads U...

Page 180: ...aneously extends the gear range of the transmis sion i For information on using the gear selector lever in program mode MANUAL see Manual shift program SL 55 AMG and SL 65 AMG only page 182 Allow engi...

Page 181: ...on SL 55 AMG and on SL 65 AMG only 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 with the MANU...

Page 182: ...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 sion i You ca...

Page 183: ...ng using the steering wheel gearshift paddles page 181 or the gear selector lever The program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console Program mode selector switch MANUA...

Page 184: ...f you have selected the AMG menu in the control system and you are driving in the MANUAL program mode upshift indicator 2 in the right multifunction display advises you to upshift before the engine re...

Page 185: ...e 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 activated Stop...

Page 186: ...nformation on setting the rear view mirrors see Mirrors page 49 Auto dimming rear view mirrors The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver s side and the interior rear vie...

Page 187: ...ior rear view mirror on the driver s side do not react for example if the wind screen is in stalled Light hitting the mirror s at certain angles incident light could blind you As a result you may not...

Page 188: ...ting Press button F page 190 once more The indicator lamp on the button goes out i When the sun visor is disengaged from mounting 1 vanity mirror lamp 3 switches off To avoid damage to vanity mirror c...

Page 189: ...188 Controls in detail Automatic climate control...

Page 190: ...ir vent adjustable 5 Right side air vent adjustable 6 Air volume control for right side air vent 7 Air volume control for center air vents 8 Air volume control for left side air vent 9 Automatic clima...

Page 191: ...ture control right 7 Automatic climate control on off entire system 8 Residual heat ventilation 9 Air volume control a AC cooling on off b Temperature control left Warning G When operating the automat...

Page 192: ...as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G Follow the recommended settings for heat ing and cooling given on the following pag es Otherwise the windows could fog up impairing visibili...

Page 193: ...on for each side of the passenger com partment Activating Press control button 1 or 5 page 190 The control button is engaged The U symbol on the control button comes on Air distribution for the re spe...

Page 194: ...ature Use temperature controls 6 and b page 190 to separately adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger compartment You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small incre ment...

Page 195: ...r air vents 2 and 4 page 188 are open Opening the cockpit air vent and center air vents Turn thumbwheel 7 page 188 up ward all the way Cockpit air vent 3 and center air vents 2 and 4 page 188 are open...

Page 196: ...ooling MAXCOOL If the left and right air distribution controls as well as the airflow volume control are set to U and there is a high need for cooling MAXCOOL is activated MAX COOL appears on the temp...

Page 197: ...n controls 1 and 5 page 190 to position h or k or Press control buttons 1 5 and 9 page 190 The control buttons are engaged The U symbol on the control buttons come on Air distribution and air volume a...

Page 198: ...onoxide CO and or nitrogen oxide NOx in the out side air increases for example in a tunnel The indicator lamp on button is not lit when the air recirculation mode is automatically switched on A quanti...

Page 199: ...tivate the cooling function of the automatic climate control system The air in the vehicle will then no longer be cooled or dehumidified Press button 2 page 190 The indicator lamp on the button goes o...

Page 200: ...tarter switch Press button T page 190 The indicator lamp on the button comes on With KEYLESS GO Turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS GO start stop button and open the driver s door with the dri...

Page 201: ...f the battery voltage drops Ventilated glove box The glove box has its own air vents that allow for cooling ventilation when the auto matic climate control system is activated Glove box 1 Thumbwheel 2...

Page 202: ...and open it slightly If the door window encounters an obstruc tion that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing the door window by pulling and holding the switch by pressing and holdin...

Page 203: ...side windows if the hardtop is closed Close the door window Pull and hold switch 1 or 2 The corresponding rear side window will move upwards until you release the switch Fully opening the door window...

Page 204: ...ower windows cannot be fully opened Express open or closed Express close Synchronizing the power windows Switch on the ignition page 40 Pull the power window switches until the side windows are closed...

Page 205: ...play you will see the message Retractable Roof Lowering Lock the retractable hardtop again before driving any further page 207 Otherwise the unlocked hardtop could open while the vehicle is in motion...

Page 206: ...closing the retractable roof make sure there is sufficient clearance for the retract able hardtop to move up and for the trunk lid to move back the luggage cover is installed extended and closed the...

Page 207: ...mpletely closed and locked The multifunction display will briefly show the message K Retractable Roof In Operation Opening closing with the SmartKey i Make sure the retractable hardtop is dry be fore...

Page 208: ...Aim the transmitter eye at the outside door handle The SmartKey must be in close proxim ity to the outside door handle Press and hold button until the retractable hardtop is completely closed The ret...

Page 209: ...osed position press retractable hardtop switch forward page 205 or To lock the retractable hardtop in its fully opened position pull up on the re tractable hardtop switch page 205 Problems when operat...

Page 210: ...tact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Wind screen The wind screen deflects drafts away from the driver and passenger when the retract able hardtop is lowered It is stored in the trunk Installing Lea...

Page 211: ...e upper section of the roll bar by pressing release button 1 Lower the roll bar page 83 Make sure the fastening straps do not get caught Pull the wind screen out towards the front of the vehicle Be ca...

Page 212: ...1 from side holders 3 While holding on to handle 4 guide luggage cover 1 in the opposite direction of arrow Removing luggage cover Closed luggage cover 1 Luggage cover 2 Zipper 3 Side holder 4 Handle...

Page 213: ...n place in front of cloth holder 9 Completely remove luggage cover 7 from the trunk Installing luggage cover Carefully place luggage cover in trunk 1 Luggage cover 2 Hook 3 Guide rail Insert luggage c...

Page 214: ...page 211 Fold back the zipper s cloth cover across the entire length of the luggage cover Sunshade for panorama roof The sunshade protects you from excessive sunlight coming in through the panorama ro...

Page 215: ...se control at any speed above 20 mph 30 km h The cruise control function is operated by means of the cruise control lever The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever on the left hand side of the s...

Page 216: ...tor pedal The cruise control is activated The currently set speed appears in the status indicator of the multifunction display USA only CRUISE XXX MPH Canada only XXX Km h Warning G The cruise control...

Page 217: ...control also switches off auto matically when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph 30 km h page 214 the ESP is in operation or switched off with the ESP switch page 93 you move the gear selector lever t...

Page 218: ...direction of arrow 2 page 215 Setting to last stored speed Resume function Briefly pull the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 4 page 215 The cruise control resumes to the last set speed or if...

Page 219: ...er It is the driver s responsibility at all times to be attentive to the road weather and traffic conditions In addition the driver must pro vide the steering braking and other driving inputs necessar...

Page 220: ...hed due to snow rain or fog for exam ple The distance control system functional ity could be impaired Always pay attention to surrounding traffic conditions even while Distronic is switched on Otherwi...

Page 221: ...only This device has been approved by the FCC as a Vehicular Radar System The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only Removal tampering or altering of the de vice will voi...

Page 222: ...that the distance to the vehicle ahead and your vehicle s current speed indicate that Distronic will not be capable of slowing the vehicle sufficiently to maintain the preset following distance which...

Page 223: ...unction display Distronic deactivated When Distronic is deactivated you will see the standard display in the left multifunc tion display 1 Preceding vehicle if detected 2 Actual distance to preceding...

Page 224: ...20 mph 30 km h and 110 mph 180 km h When Distronic is activated the left multi function display will show a message such as DTR 55 MPH If Distronic is not activated after the cruise control lever is p...

Page 225: ...row 2 page 223 to decrease the vehicle speed in incre ments of 5 mph Canada 10 km h The new speed is set Fine adjustment in 1 mph Canada 1 km h increments Faster Briefly pull the cruise control lever...

Page 226: ...be set again if prevailing road conditions permit Possible acceleration or decelera tion differences arising from returning to the preset speed could caused an accident and or serious injury to you a...

Page 227: ...eater following distance to the preceding vehicle Turn thumbwheel 1 towards Decreasing distance Decreasing the distance setting tells Distronic to maintain a shorter following distance to the precedin...

Page 228: ...me travel direction is detected e g fol lowing another vehicle ahead of you at your set distance This means that Your vehicle can pass another vehicle after you have changed lanes While in a sharp tur...

Page 229: ...use your vehicle to brake late or unexpectedly Offset driving A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by Distronic There will be insuffi cient d...

Page 230: ...ng the brake pedal the warning sound ceases The warning sound will also cease when the distance to the preceding vehicle is sufficient again with out applying the brakes In this case the distance warn...

Page 231: ...y Active Body Control ABC The ABC system is an active computer controlled system that hydrauli cally adjusts the suspension at all four wheels in response to various driving situations It automaticall...

Page 232: ...g condi tions Otherwise Fuel consumption may increase Handling may be impaired The ABC vehicle level control button with the indicator lamps is located in the lower section of the center console 1 Ind...

Page 233: ...nsion tuning is set according to Your driving style Road surface conditions The vehicle loading Your choice of suspension style You can set the following suspension styles Regular Comfort Sporty The A...

Page 234: ...position D R or N Warning G Parktronic is a supplemental system It is not intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme care The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers alway...

Page 235: ...ar sensors i To function properly the sensors must be free of dirt ice snow and slush Clean the sensors regularly being careful not to scratch or damage the sensors see Cleaning the Parktronic system...

Page 236: ...ve the center air vents in the dashboard The warning indicator for the rear area is integrated in the rear trim Front area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle Each...

Page 237: ...oustic warning becomes a constant signal The signal is canceled when the gear selector lever is placed in position D or P or the parking brake is set Switching the Parktronic system on off You can swi...

Page 238: ...er radio or ultrasonic signals The Parktronic system will automatically switch off after 20 seconds and the indicator lamp in the Parktronic switch comes on Switch off the ignition page 40 Clean the P...

Page 239: ...er exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put lug gage or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs Do not place anything on shelf be hind roll...

Page 240: ...tion of arrow 1 Opening storage compartment Press release button 3 and lift the armrest in direction of arrow 1 Seat storage compartments Storage compartments are located in the seat base of each seat...

Page 241: ...id 2 opens upwards Locking storage compartments The storage compartments are centrally locked when you lock the vehicle from the outside You can also lock the storage compart ments separately see Lock...

Page 242: ...parcel net is located in the passenger footwell It is for small and light items such as road maps mail etc i The separate locking status of these storage compartments can only be canceled with the me...

Page 243: ...ompartment in the rear 1 Strap 2 Holder 3 Latch 4 Release button Warning G Secure all pieces of luggage in the rear with the luggage straps Unsecured pieces of luggage can otherwise cause injury durin...

Page 244: ...icle occupants and or vehicle equip ment only use containers 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 c...

Page 245: ...ition page 40 Warning G Remove ashtray only with vehicle standing still Set the parking brake to secure vehicle from movement Move gear selector lever to position N With gear selector lever in positio...

Page 246: ...mple extensive connecting and disconnecting or using plugs that do not fit prop erly can damage the lighter socket With the socket damaged the lighter may no longer be able to be placed in the heating...

Page 247: ...ver 2 Press button 3 Hardtop 1 lowers Button 3 is dimly lit Power outlet A power outlet is located on the right side of the trunk Switch on the ignition page 40 Flip up cover and insert electrical plu...

Page 248: ...l antenna Warning G Whenever you are using floormats make sure there is enough clearance and the floormats are securely fastened Floormats should always be securely fas tened using eyelets 1 and retai...

Page 249: ...y of others we rec ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a tele phone call If you choose to use the telephone1 while driving please use the hands free device a...

Page 250: ...d depending on its charge status and the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch The charge procedure will be indicated in the mobile phone s display You can place or receive phone calls You ca...

Page 251: ...d take mobile phone cradle 3 out in direction of arrow 2 Installing a different mobile phone cradle Example illustration 1 Contact plate 2 Recesses 3 Mobile phone cradle Insert mobile phone cradle 3 i...

Page 252: ...e indicator lamps in the SOS button the Roadside Assistance button and the Information button stay on longer than 10 seconds or do not come on The message Tele Aid Inoperative appears for approximatel...

Page 253: ...onse Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon af ter the emergency call has been initiated The Response Center will attempt to deter mine more precisely the natur...

Page 254: ...telephone compartment page 239 Press and hold button 1 for longer than 2 seconds A call to a Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated The button will flash while the call is in p...

Page 255: ...on button The Information button is located below the center armrest cover 1 Information button Open the telephone compartment page 239 Press and hold button 1 for longer than 2 seconds A call to the...

Page 256: ...togeth er with the SOS button and the Roadside Assis tance button See system self check page 251 if the indi cator lamp does not come on in red or stays on longer than approximately 10 seconds If the...

Page 257: ...shes until the call is concluded Calls can only be terminated by a Response Center or Customer Assistance Center representative except Roadside Assistance and Information calls which can also be termi...

Page 258: ...ome other systems Before the integrated remote control can be used it must be programmed to the garage door opener gate operator or other device you wish to operate See the following instructions for...

Page 259: ...hen programming a garage door opener the door moves up or down When programming a gate operator the gate opens or closes Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks...

Page 260: ...cator lamp 1 in view Step 4 Using both hands simultaneously press hand held remote control button 6 and the desired signal trans mitter button 2 3 or 4 Do not release the buttons until step 5 is com p...

Page 261: ...ing the transmitting button refer to the garage door opener Operator s Manual Step 9 Press the training button on the ga rage door opener motor head unit The training light is activated You have 30 se...

Page 262: ...again press and hold it for 2 seconds Repeat this se quence on the hand held remote con trol until the frequency signal has been learned Upon successful training indi cator lamp 1 will flash slowly a...

Page 263: ...remote control 5 This will increase the likeli hood of the hand held remote control sending a faster and more accurate sig nal to the integrated remote control While performing step 3 hold hand held...

Page 264: ...d operation Any 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 subjec...

Page 265: ...264...

Page 266: ...265 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 267: ...slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever Select gear 3 2 or 1 only when driving at moderate speeds for hill driving Select C as the preferred shift program page...

Page 268: ...d weather in stop and go traffic on short trips and in hilly area Drinking and driving Pedals Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are a very dangerous combina tion Even a sm...

Page 269: ...permit the use of the recommended towing methods and the vehicle requires towing with all four wheels on the ground Towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground is only permissible for distan...

Page 270: ...spected immedi ately Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz...

Page 271: ...er traffic Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load on the engine until the oper ating temperature has been reached Warning G New vehicle brake pads and discs and replacement brake pads and...

Page 272: ...ight foot on brake pedal Firmly depress parking brake pedal Move the gear selector lever to position P Slowly release brake pedal When parked on an incline turn front wheels towards the road curb Turn...

Page 273: ...brakes cautiously in the rain Warning G Although the applicable federal motor vehicle safety laws consider a tire to be worn when the treadwear indicators TWI become visible at approximately 1 16 in 1...

Page 274: ...snow or ice Exer cise appropriate caution Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use pru dent driving speeds appropriate to prevail ing conditions Wa...

Page 275: ...e information given on a tire s sidewall any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to assist you Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensib...

Page 276: ...ting in unconsciousness and death To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation open a window slightly on the side of the ve hicle not facing the wind Warning G The outside temperature indicator is not d...

Page 277: ...possible In an accident during hard braking or sud den maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in t...

Page 278: ...nts on the engine should there fore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes Benz Center authorized techni cians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service job...

Page 279: ...he engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immedi...

Page 280: ...s open Turn fuel cap 2 counterclockwise and hold on to it until possible pressure is released Take off fuel cap 2 and place it into holder 3 located on the inside of the fuel filler flap Only fill you...

Page 281: ...e gas to spray back out when removing the fuel pump noz zle which could cause personal injury i Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of 91 average of 96 RON 86 MON In...

Page 282: ...page 283 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For more information see Replacing bulbs page 409 Exterior lamp switch see Switching on headlamps page 57 Tire inflation pressure For informat...

Page 283: ...n even when the engine is turned off Parts of the engine can become very hot To prevent burns let the engine cool off com pletely before touching any components on the vehicle Comply with all relevant...

Page 284: ...icle is driven frequently at higher engine speeds Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the vehicle break in period To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood never open the ho...

Page 285: ...tion dis play Press button k or j on the steering wheel until the following message appears in the multifunction displays After about 3 seconds the following message appears in the left multifunc tion...

Page 286: ...30 minutes before re peating the check procedure If you see the message Engine Oil Level Not With Engine Running Turn off the engine If the engine is at operating tempera ture wait 5 minutes before ch...

Page 287: ...messages in the multi function display concerning engine oil see the Practical hints section page 388 Adding engine oil i In vehicles without an oil dipstick the engine oil level is measured via the c...

Page 288: ...tion page 457 and page 460 Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to be checked If you notice transmission fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions have an authorized Merc...

Page 289: ...d any potentially serious burns Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indi cates that...

Page 290: ...fluid in a suitable container Use the tab to pull cap 1 upwards Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer s...

Page 291: ...nsult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center about steps you need to observe Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred met...

Page 292: ...n replacing individual 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...

Page 293: ...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 294: ...pears 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 visi...

Page 295: ...ation label also found on the driver s door B pillar tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehi cle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle...

Page 296: ...apacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the seating capacity is located on the driver s door B pi...

Page 297: ...ght of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle Step 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilo grams or XXX lbs Step 4 The resulting figure equals...

Page 298: ...ed to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle page 299 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total...

Page 299: ...rom Tire and Loading Information placard Number of occupants driver and passengers Occupants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit...

Page 300: ...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 301: ...n the fuel filler flap page 279 for any additional infor mation pertaining to special driving situa tions For more information see Important notes on tire inflation pressure page 301 Warning G Follow...

Page 302: ...inflation pressure Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressure information for vehicle loads less than the maximum loaded vehi cle condition If such information is provid ed it can be...

Page 303: ...e and check against the recom mended tire inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar page 294 or if available the tire inflation pressure label on the...

Page 304: ...re by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e g a tip of a pen Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge Warning G When the multifunction display shows the message Tire Pressure...

Page 305: ...t Indicator Warning G The Run Flat Indicator does not provide a warning for wrongly selected tire inflation pressures Always adjust tire inflation pres sure according to the Tire and Loading Informati...

Page 306: ...page 29 Depending on how the telltale illuminates it indicates a low tire pressure condition or a malfunction in the TPMS system itself If the telltale illuminates continuously one or more of your tir...

Page 307: ...lation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitor ing system TPMS tha...

Page 308: ...variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale aft...

Page 309: ...inflation pres sure as selected by the driver in all four tires A warning is issued to alert you to a decrease in pressure in one or more of the tires Tire pressure inquiries are made using the multi...

Page 310: ...to steer or brake the vehicle You might lose control over the vehicle i With a spare wheel mounted the system may still indicate the tire inflation pressure of the removed road wheel for some minutes...

Page 311: ...Tire and Loading Information placard or if available the tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle h...

Page 312: ...Pressure Monitor Restarted After driving a few minutes the system verifies that the current tire inflation pressures are within the system s specified range Afterwards the current tire inflation press...

Page 313: ...res You may only use the MOExtended system in conjunction with the Run Flat Indicator Canada vehicles page 303 TPMS U S vehicles page 305 or Advanced TPMS Canada vehicles page 308 For information on d...

Page 314: ...er 6 Tire ply material page 322 7 Tire size designation load and speed rating page 313 8 Load identification page 317 9 Tire name Tire size designation load and speed rating 1 Tire width 2 Aspect rati...

Page 315: ...s expressed in percentage The aspect ratio is arrived at by dividing section height by section width Tire code The tire code 3 page 313 indicates the tire construction type The R stands for radial tir...

Page 316: ...at 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 313 and tire speed rating 6 page 313 are also refer...

Page 317: ...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 description must...

Page 318: ...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 319: ...m bols For more information on retreaded tires see page 291 Tire size The code 3 page 318 indicates the tire size Tire type code The code 4 page 318 may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a...

Page 320: ...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 321: ...nts 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 or...

Page 322: ...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 t...

Page 323: ...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 324: ...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 i...

Page 325: ...driver s door B pillar for normal driving conditions and provides best handling tread life and riding com fort If so equipped supplemental informa tion pertaining to special driving situations can be...

Page 326: ...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 327: ...t be maintained page 294 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 328: ...al even at low ambient temperatures Tire change Winter tires Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45 F 7 C and whenever wintry road conditions prevail Not all M S rated tires provide special...

Page 329: ...er The electrical cable may be installed at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G Winter tires with a tread depth of less than 1 6 in 4 mm must be replaced They are no longer suitable for winte...

Page 330: ...s before installing snow chains Do not use snow chains on the spare wheel page 453 Do not use snow chains on wheels with MOExtended tires page 449 When driving with snow chains always se lect setting...

Page 331: ...multifunction display while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition example service A Service A In XXXXX Miles Km Service A In XXX Days Service A Due Now The type of maintenance service due...

Page 332: ...ss reset button 1 on the instru ment cluster The maintenance service indicator message is cleared and the standard display appears in the multifunction display page 149 Maintenance service term exceed...

Page 333: ...e information for resetting the maintenance service indicator in the main tenance relevant information for your vehi cle Such information is available from an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or direct...

Page 334: ...cean in industrial areas smoke exhaust emissions during winter operation You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as pos...

Page 335: ...every 3 to 5 months depending on climate and washing deter gent used Mercedes Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if the paint surface shows signs of embedded dirt i e loss of gloss Do not a...

Page 336: ...wash You can have your car washed in an auto matic car wash from the start Automatic car washes without brushes are prefera ble To protect the filter system switch the automatic climate control to air...

Page 337: ...t the mirrors are folded out Otherwise they may vibrate Do not use chrome cleaner on ornamental moldings Although ornamental moldings may have chrome appearance they could be made of anodized aluminum...

Page 338: ...ly strong force and only use a soft non scratching cloth when cleaning Distronic system sensor cover 1 Do not attempt to wipe dirty sensor with a dry cloth or sponge Do not apply strong pressure to th...

Page 339: ...onics have status 0 before cleaning the windshield and or the wiper blades Otherwise the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts They could tear Fold...

Page 340: ...wheel paint if the car is not driven after cleaning Therefore the vehicle s brake system should always be warmed up before it is parked after cleaning To do so please drive your vehicle for several mi...

Page 341: ...pproved 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...

Page 342: ...actical hints What to do if Where will I find Locking unlocking in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle...

Page 343: ...ilize the vehicle if the system recognizes that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel is spinning Switch the ESP back on page 94 Exceptions page 93 If leaving the ESP switched off adapt your spee...

Page 344: ...ation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire The cruise control and the Distronic system are deactivated When driving off apply as little throttle as possible While driving ease up on...

Page 345: ...c transmission may also be malfunctioning Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability Have the system checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz C...

Page 346: ...59 Risk of accident Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so and contact an authorized Mercedes BenzCenter Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem...

Page 347: ...tch the engine to its limp home emergency operation mode Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center An on board diagnostic connector is used by the service stat...

Page 348: ...y The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running The fuel filler cap is not closed tightly Check the fuel filler cap page 279 If it is not closed properly Close the f...

Page 349: ...n may be broken Immediately add coolant to prevent engine from overheating page 288 Have the cooling system checked If the coolant temperature is below 248 F 120 C you can continue driving to the near...

Page 350: ...Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Stop the vehicle in a safe location a...

Page 351: ...too rapidly on the vehicle ahead of you The distance warning system has recognized a stationary obstacle on your probable line of travel Apply the brakes immediately Carefully observe the traffic situ...

Page 352: ...ed Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Warning G If the roll bar warning lamp in the instrument cluster does not go out after starting the engine flickers or if it comes on while driving the roll...

Page 353: ...he en gine You 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 354: ...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 sea...

Page 355: ...ution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Warning G In the event that a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly reco...

Page 356: ...round you Read and observe messages in the multifunction display If the tire inflation pressure in the respec tive tire s has have been corrected the combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction tel...

Page 357: ...fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehi cle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driv er s respo...

Page 358: ...he 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 fol...

Page 359: ...o objects applying sup plemental weight onto the seat are present If the passenger front air bag off indica tor lamp remains out have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes B...

Page 360: ...from the multifunction display using the reset button page 26 or button j k or on the multifunction steering wheel Other messages of high priority and mes sages of less immediate priority can be clea...

Page 361: ...r As a result you will not be able to see information about your driving conditions such as speed or outside temperature warning indicator lamps malfunction warning messages or the fail ure of any sys...

Page 362: ...too low in one or more tires Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoid ing abrupt steering and braking maneu vers Observe the traffic situation around you Check and adjust tire inflation pressure a...

Page 363: ...ocation and press the vehicle level control button to select a higher vehicle level page 231 If the vehicle does not raise observe the following when you continue to drive Do not turn steering wheel t...

Page 364: ...o deactivated The system s self diagnosis may not be completed yet The electro hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but without the ABS the ESP and the BAS avail able Drive a short dis...

Page 365: ...ed at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident Cruise Control MPH You have attempted to set a speed below 20 mph 30...

Page 366: ...30 km h and set the speed page 215 The ESP is switched off Switch on the ESP page 94 The gear selector lever is set to position P R or N Move the gear selector lever or position D The vehicle is secur...

Page 367: ...dmeasuringsystems etc The Distronic sensor has not sensed any other vehicles or ob jects e g road sign or such for a long time Distronic becomes operational again and the message in the multifunction...

Page 368: ...nt ESP Unavailable See Oper Manual The ESP is deactivated because the power supply has been interrupted The electro hydraulic brake system is still functioning normally but without the ESP available S...

Page 369: ...safe location as soon as possible and check the passenger seat for the following Switch off the ignition page 40 Apply the parking brake page 63 Remove child and child restraint from passenger seat M...

Page 370: ...60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you can occupy the passenger seat aga...

Page 371: ...ing 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 page 40 Ap...

Page 372: ...0 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you can occupy the passenger seat agai...

Page 373: ...e gear selector lever not in position P Place the gear selector lever in position P You have tried to turn off the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button with the gear selector lever not in posi...

Page 374: ...n to the nearest au thorized Mercedes Benz Center and have the system checked Warning G In the event that a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For you...

Page 375: ...onitor Inoperative No Wheel Sensors There are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted e g winter tires Have the TPMS or Advanced TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Have approp...

Page 376: ...on as the causes for the malfunction are no longer present the TPMS or Advanced TPMS automatically becomes active again after a few minutes driving Warning G Do not drive with a flat tire A flat tire...

Page 377: ...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 overheat due to an...

Page 378: ...ving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center USA only Canada only 3 Reduced Brake Effect Start Engine The battery has insufficient voltage and c...

Page 379: ...t in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately If the electro hydraulic brake system enters its emergency operation mode the driver must apply significantly greater brake pedal pressure a...

Page 380: ...Have your brake system checked immediately If the electro hydraulic brake system enters its emergency operation mode the driver must apply significantly greater brake pedal pressure and depress the pe...

Page 381: ...y built up in the system as part of its automatic self test In addition the system is automatically activated when the vehicle is unlocked by remote control when the driver or passen ger door is opene...

Page 382: ...add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Do not add br...

Page 383: ...heated Drive on but with even greater care The brake system is overheated due to an excessive load on the brakes Relieve the load on the brake system Drive more smoothly and think ahead to avoid unnec...

Page 384: ...as it is safe to do so Turn off the engine 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 result in damage...

Page 385: ...your engine 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 an...

Page 386: ...20 C you may continue driving to the nearest specialist workshop Avoid placing heavy loads on the engine e g by driving uphill as well as stop and go traffic Have the fan replaced as soon as possible...

Page 387: ...east one door is open Service Required Certain electronic systems are unable to relay information to the control system The following systems may have failed Coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Have...

Page 388: ...ed to the required level For information on approved engine oils refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet USA only or contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Left display Right displ...

Page 389: ...ve added too much engine oil There is a risk of damaging the engine or the catalytic converter Have excess oil siphoned or drained off Observe all legal requirements with respect to its disposal Engin...

Page 390: ...e is too low Start the engine The hardtop drive system was shut down for safety reasons after multi ple consecutive attempts to raise or lower the hardtop After about 10 minutes you can open or close...

Page 391: ...witch goes out and the retractable hardtop is completely open or closed page 204 O You are driving with the hood open Risk of accident Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to d...

Page 392: ...af ter the engine is stopped Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the starter switch Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is not recognized when attempting to start the e...

Page 393: ...AUTO Light Inoperative The light sensor is malfunctioning The headlamps switch on automati cally Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible To switch off the headlamps U S vehicle...

Page 394: ...sible page 409 High Beam Right The right high beam lamp is mal functioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 409 License Plate Lamp Left The left license plate lamp is mal functioning Replace...

Page 395: ...unctioning An auxiliary bulb has been brought into use Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 409 Parking Lamp Front Right Auxiliary Bulb On The front right parking or standing lamp is malfunctioni...

Page 396: ...enter as soon as possible Turn Signal Right Mirror The turn signal in the passenger side exterior rear view mirror is mal functioning This message will only appear if all light emitting diodes have st...

Page 397: ...turn signal lamp is malfunctioning An auxiliary bulb has been brought into use Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 409 C Raise Roll over Bar The roll bar is malfunctioning For safety reasons alw...

Page 398: ...ehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers If necessary change the wheel page 417 Warning G Do not drive with a flat tire A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the veh...

Page 399: ...raking maneuvers Check and adjust tire pressure as required If necessary change the wheel page 417 Warning G Do not drive with a flat tire A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle...

Page 400: ...e the retractable hardtop even though the luggage cover in the trunk is not closed and or properly engaged Close the luggage cover and engage it into side holders page 210 W Top Up Washer Fluid The wa...

Page 401: ...ents for completeness at least once a year and replace missing expired items Warning G The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into both sides of the vehicl...

Page 402: ...ch 6 5 Jack 6 Wheel wrench Removing the spare wheel Open the trunk page 114 Lift up the trunk floor cover Remove storage well casing that con tains the vehicle tool kit and the elec tric air pump 1 Sp...

Page 403: ...only The collapsible tire on a 19 spare wheel must be compressed with two tensioning straps before you can store it back in the trunk Extend the tensioning strap by pulling the slider Place tensioning...

Page 404: ...nd slide the 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 Th...

Page 405: ...glove box the storage compartment under the armrest the rear storage compartments If these cannot be unlocked by means of the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO use the mechanical key to unlock...

Page 406: ...pt for the driver s door the vehicle should now be locked Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it stops Turn mechanical key 2 clockwise to position 1 The driver s door is locked i...

Page 407: ...id located at the lower left side of the trunk Have a second person lift and hold the retracted hardtop Using hex socket wrench 1 provided in the vehicle tool kit carefully turn the locking screw 2 ap...

Page 408: ...mechanical key 1 into opening Press mechanical key 1 in direction of arrow The battery compartment is unlatched Pull battery compartment 2 out of the housing Warning G Batteries contain poisonous and...

Page 409: ...nsert new batteries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal side facing up Return battery compartment 2 into housing until it locks into place Slide mechanical key 1 back into SmartKey or...

Page 410: ...lb 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 Wear eye and hand protection Because of...

Page 411: ...yourself Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center D2S 35W 4 Xenon headlamp High beam high beam flasher H7 55 W Bi Xenon headlamp High beam flasher H7 55 W Parking and standing lamp W 5 W 5 Front fog...

Page 412: ...nals in the exterior rear view mirrors the high mounted brake lamp the brake lamps the parking lamps and the side marker lamps in the tail lamp unit the rear fog lamps the low beam Xenon or Bi Xenon l...

Page 413: ...ss ends of headlamp cover tab together and remove high beam head lamp cover 2 page 411 Pull the electrical connector off Turn locking mechanism 5 counter clockwise and take out the bulb Insert the new...

Page 414: ...nd click it into place Additional turn signal lamp bulbs The additional turn signal lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors have LEDs If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to func tion the entire turn...

Page 415: ...nger s side Substitute lamp 3 Turn signal lamp Fold the trim to the side and remove it Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out Gently push the bulb into the socket turn it counterclockwi...

Page 416: ...enly turn on and cause injury Warning G Wiper blades are components that are sub ject to wear and tear Replace the wiper blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwise the windows wil...

Page 417: ...ving wiper blades Fold the wiper arm forward until it snaps into place Turn wiper blade at a right angle to the wiper arm Slide the wiper blade sideways out of the retainer Installing wiper blades Sli...

Page 418: ...e as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch The driver s door then can be closed again Mounting the spare wheel i Open door only when conditions are safe to do so Warning G The dimensions o...

Page 419: ...a level surface Place one wheel chock or other sizeable object in front of and another wheel chock or sizeable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed Always tr...

Page 420: ...t is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking br...

Page 421: ...MG SL 65 AMG and vehicles with Sport Package only Insert a flat blade screwdriver in the opening of cover 2 and pry it out Remove cover 2 taking care not to damage the locking tabs 3 Crank 4 Jack arm...

Page 422: ...l bolt with alignment bolt 1 supplied in the tool kit Remove the remaining bolts Remove the wheel Mounting the new wheel Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub Guide the spare wheel onto the al...

Page 423: ...oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Ass...

Page 424: ...e SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 or Press KEYLESS GO start stop button on the gear selector lever twice without depressing the brake pedal The electric air pump should now be switched of...

Page 425: ...nderinflate tires Underinflated tires wear unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified lo...

Page 426: ...d TPMS Canada vehicles page 308 Warning G When turning the wheel wrench to tighten the wheel bolts make sure you position hands on the wrench in such a way that you avoid injury to yourself such as sc...

Page 427: ...nding on speed load driving maneuvers road conditions outside temperature etc the distance can be significantly shorter or if the vehicle is driven cautiously somewhat longer Do not continue driving i...

Page 428: ...as fleece battery Such batteries do not require topping up of the electrolyte level VRLA batteries therefore do not have cell caps and the battery cover is non removable Do not attempt to open the con...

Page 429: ...the SmartKey is in the starter switch Otherwise the alternator and other electronic components could be severely damaged Have the starter battery checked regularly by an authorized Mercedes Benz Cente...

Page 430: ...unk floor The battery for electrical consumers is located in the right hand area of the trunk page 400 Use the 10 mm open end wrench from the vehicle tool kit to disconnect the negative lead from nega...

Page 431: ...the left or right side of the battery Take out the battery Removing the starter battery Remove the screws securing the start er battery in the engine compartment Pull battery ventilation 3 page 427 ou...

Page 432: ...port and bracket screws Connect positive lead 4 page 427 of the consumer battery and positive lead 1 page 427 of the starter bat tery and fasten covers Connect negative lead 2 page 427 of the starter...

Page 433: ...et 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 area with water and seek medical help i...

Page 434: ...d jumper cable Clamp cable to charged battery first Start the engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed Connect negative terminals 3 and 4 of the batteries with the black ju...

Page 435: ...ine will not run there is a malfunction in the electro hydraulic brake system there is a malfunction in the power sup ply or in the vehicle s electrical system This is necessary to adequately control...

Page 436: ...i When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground please note the following With the automatic central locking activated and the SmartKey in starter switch position 2 or KEYLESS GO start stop bu...

Page 437: ...To remove cover Insert flat blunt object as a lever into upper left or right recess of cover 1 Loosen cover 1 using the lever Fold cover 1 down in direction of arrow to reveal the threaded hole for t...

Page 438: ...ake sure the gear selector lever is set to position P page 172 Turn off all electrical consumers Turn off the engine page 64 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Open t...

Page 439: ...Fuse box cover 2 Locking 3 Unlocking Fuse box on passenger side 1 Fuse box cover 2 Locking 3 Unlocking Opening Move slide to position 3 and lift cover 1 Closing Hook cover 1 onto tabs and close it Mo...

Page 440: ...l storage compartment floor 2 after checking or replacing fuses follow the procedure in reverse order Fuse in trunk The fuse in the trunk is located on the right hand side of the trunk Lift up the tru...

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Page 442: ...441 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 443: ...More than 300000 different parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz Parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed manufactur...

Page 444: ...warranties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and acces...

Page 445: ...age compart ment lid page 445 on the lower edge of the windshield page 445 Example certification label U S vehicles 2 VIN 3 Paintwork code Example certification label Canada vehicles 2 VIN 3 Paintwork...

Page 446: ...rage compartment trim 5 The VIN 6 is located on the metal strap above the floor carpet 7 Engine number engraved on engine 8 VIN 9 Emission control information label includes both federal and Californi...

Page 447: ...in purple belt two shown in black 1 Idler pulley 2 Automatic belt tensioner 3 ABC tandem pump pump for power steering assistance and ABC chassis 4 Air conditioning compressor 5 Crankshaft 6 Coolant pu...

Page 448: ...n 98 00 mm 3 23 in 82 00 mm Stroke 3 56 in 90 50 mm 3 43 in 87 00 mm Total piston displacement 333 3 cu in 5461 cm3 336 4 cu in 5513 cm3 Compression ratio 10 7 1 9 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 382 hp 60...

Page 449: ...m 3 25 in 82 60 mm Stroke 3 62 in 92 00 mm 3 66 in 93 00 mm Total piston displacement 331 8 cu in 5439 cm3 364 9 cu in 5980 cm3 Compression ratio 9 1 9 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 510 hp 6100 rpm2 380...

Page 450: ...me 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 authorized Mercedes Benz Center A p...

Page 451: ...used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Monitoring System U S vehicles Run Flat Indicator Canada vehicles or Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Canada vehicles only 255 40 R18 95V M S or 255 40...

Page 452: ...used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Monitoring System U S vehicles Run Flat Indicator Canada vehicles or Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Canada vehicles only 255 40 R18 95Y or 255 40 R18...

Page 453: ...ght alloy 8 5 J x 18 H2 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 18 in 30 mm 1 18 in 30 mm Summer tires1 1 Radial ply tires 255 40 ZR18 95Y 255 35 ZR19 96Y XL Extra Load MO1 Rear axle Rims light alloy 9 5 J x 18...

Page 454: ...i 3 5 bar 51 psi 3 5 bar Please compare the recommended tire in flation pressure for your vehicle with the tire in flation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim If the tire infla...

Page 455: ...kW 12 V 1 7 kW Starter battery 12 V 35 Ah 12 V 35 Ah 12 V 35 Ah 12 V 35 Ah Battery for electrical consumers 12 V 70 Ah 12 V 70 Ah 12 V 70 Ah 12 V 70 Ah Spark plugs NGK PLKR7A NGK IFR6QG NGK ILFR6A NG...

Page 456: ...rall vehicle width exterior mirrors folded out 80 0 in 2033 mm 80 0 in 2033 mm 80 0 in 2033 mm 80 0 in 2033 mm Overall vehicle height 51 0 in 1295 mm 51 0 in 1295 mm 51 0 in 1295 mm 51 0 in 1295 mm Ov...

Page 457: ...456 Technical data Weights Trunk load max 220 lbs 100 kg...

Page 458: ...rvice fluids Otherwise you could endanger 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 conta...

Page 459: ...ydraulic system for active body control ABC approx 4 0 US qt 3 8 l MB ABC Fluid Power steering approx 1 06 US qt 1 0 l MB Power Steering Fluid Chevron Texaco PSF 9109 Front wheel hubs approx 3 0 oz 85...

Page 460: ...oning system R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil never R 12 Hydraulic system for retractable hardtop 0 42 US qt 0 4 l MB Hydraulic Fluid Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system 7 4...

Page 461: ...change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Please follow Maintena...

Page 462: ...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 extinguish all smoking materials Direct sk...

Page 463: ...ea leading to engine performance problems such as Warm up hesitation Unstable idle Knocking pinging Misfire Power loss In areas where carbon deposits may be encountered due to lack of availability of...

Page 464: ...el 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 pro...

Page 465: ...Antifreeze agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in hot southern regions you should have the anticorrosion antifreeze concentration checked The coolant is also regularly checked...

Page 466: ...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 to 100 parts water...

Page 467: ...466...

Page 468: ...22 Air recirculation mode 196 Air vents 189 Air volume 193 195 Alarm system see Anti theft systems Alignment bolt vehicle tool kit 421 Anticorrosion antifreeze 458 464 Antiglare Interior rear view mir...

Page 469: ...wheel gearshift control one touch gearshifting 180 Transmission fluid level 287 Automatic Transmission Fluid see ATF B Backrest Lumbar support 125 Multicontour seat 125 Power seat 45 Shoulder region s...

Page 470: ...king unlocking from inside 122 Certification label 444 Check engine see Lamps indicator and warning Checking tire pressure electronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Advanced TPM...

Page 471: ...xterior lamps 164 Interior lighting 165 Department of Transportation see DOT Difficulties While driving 60 With starting the engine 54 Digital clock see Clock Digital speedometer 149 Dimensions Vehicl...

Page 472: ...safety systems 89 ABS 89 BAS 89 91 Electro hydraulic brake system 89 94 Electronic traction system 93 ESP 89 91 Driving systems 214 ABC 230 Cruise control 214 Distronic 218 Parktronic 233 Driving tips...

Page 473: ...th oil dipstick 286 Consumption 283 Filler cap 287 Filler neck 286 287 Messages in the multifunction display 285 388 Oil dipstick 286 ESP 89 91 Switch 32 Switching off 93 Switching on 94 Synchronizing...

Page 474: ...ck 53 Position 173 174 Shifting procedure 173 Gear selector lever one touch gearshifting Automatic transmission 179 Global locking unlocking see Key Glove box 238 Good visibility 185 Gross Axle Weight...

Page 475: ...Instrument cluster Illumination brightness Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 138 Delayed switch off 165 Interior rear view mirror 49 Antigl...

Page 476: ...rt stop button 31 41 54 Starter switch positions 41 Starting the engine 54 Turning off the engine 64 Unlocking Trunk lid 114 Kickdown 175 Kilopascal 323 Knee bag 74 L Labels identification 444 Lamp bu...

Page 477: ...ndicator message 330 Maintenance service term exceeded 331 Resetting maintenance service indicator 332 Maintenance service When due 330 Maintenance service indicator 330 Maintenance System 330 Malfunc...

Page 478: ...xit feature 386 Electro hydraulic brake system 378 379 Hood 390 Luggage cover 399 Passenger front air bag 370 Restraint systems 373 Roll bar 396 SmartKey 390 SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 391 SRS 373 Tele...

Page 479: ...Rear sensors 235 System sensors 337 Warning indicators 25 235 Parktronic system deactivation switch 32 Parts service 442 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Passenger front air bag off indicator lamp...

Page 480: ...ing up 169 Reading lamp 33 Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear luggage compartment 242 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Recommended inflation pressure 324 Redial memory 171 Refueling 279 Regular checks 280 Re...

Page 481: ...353 Seat heating Switching on 126 Seat ventilation 128 Switching on 128 Seating capacity 295 Seats Adjusting height 45 Adjusting lumbar support 125 Adjusting shoulder support 125 Heating 126 Massage...

Page 482: ...see Spare wheel 417 Spare wheel 400 401 417 453 Collapsible tire 422 453 Inflating collapsible tire 422 Tire inflation pressure 422 Speed settings Cruise control 217 Distronic 224 Speedometer 27 Sett...

Page 483: ...Sunshade Sun visors 186 Sunshade 213 Closing 213 Opening 213 Suspension tuning For regular driving style 233 For sporty driving style 233 Suspension tuning ABC 230 Switching on headlamps 57 Symbol Dis...

Page 484: ...ronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Advanced TPMS Canada only 308 Checking tire pressure electronically with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS USA only 305 Tire inflatio...

Page 485: ...Power closing assist for trunk lid 121 Unlocking 114 Unlocking KEYLESS GO 114 Unlocking in an emergency 404 Unlocking separately 114 Valet locking 120 Trunk lid Opening 115 Turn signal lamps Cleaning...

Page 486: ...VIN Vehicle level Changing 232 Setting 232 Vehicle level control ABC 230 Vehicle level control switch 32 Vehicle lighting Checking 281 Vehicle loading terminology 322 Vehicle maximum load on the tire...

Page 487: ...eadlamp cleaning system 281 Windshield washer fluid 60 Filler neck 289 Messages in the multifunction display 399 Mixing ratio 465 Refilling 289 Windshield wipers 25 58 Fast wiper speed 59 Intermittent...

Page 488: ...z ca We reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore information illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Reprinting translation a...

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