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Engine Oil Consumption

Engine oil consumption checks should

only be made after the break-in period.

During the break-in period, higher oil

consumption may be noticed and is

normal. Frequent driving at high

engine speeds results in increased

consumption.

Fuel Consumption Gauge

While driving, instantaneous fuel

consumption is indicated in miles per

gallon (mpg), or in Canada liters per

100 kilometers (I/100 km).

With the engine switched off, the

needle reads "0".

Due to system design, maximum

consumption is indicated at idle speed.

Tachometer

Red marking on tachometer:

Excessive engine speed.

Avoid this engine speed, as it may

result in engine damage that is not

covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited

Warranty.

For engine protection, the fuel supply

is interrupted if the engine is operated

within the red marking.

Summary of Contents for SL 320

Page 1: ...1 Mercedes Benz SL Operator s Manual SL 320 SL 500 SL 600 ...

Page 2: ...missible technical modifications and where proper installation will be performed Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes Benz Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name Further it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service Your Mercedes Benz represe...

Page 3: ...ur vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual Therefore you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains ...

Page 4: ...f the need to repair the non conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair ourselves Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes Benz Regional Office listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet Maintenance The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals Always have the Service Booklet with you w...

Page 5: ...he USA at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Service in Canada at 1 800 387 0100 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries please be aware that Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts...

Page 6: ...is manual including operating instructions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator s Manual your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures The...

Page 7: ...end that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Radio Transmitters Warning Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna i e without...

Page 8: ...n 54 Parking Brake 76 Catalytic Converter 14 Exterior rear view mirror 54 Driving off 76 Starting and Turning Off the Engine 15 Inside rear view mirror 55 Automatic Transmission 77 Driving Instructions 16 Sun Visors 55 Cruise Control 83 Vanity Mirrors 55 Charge Indicator Lamp 85 Operation Instrument lamps 56 Engine oil pressure Gauge Low Engine Oil Level Warning Lamp 85 Display illumination 56 Eng...

Page 9: ...g system ADS 97 Battery 115 Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc 146 Emission Control 100 Exterior lamps 116 Capacities 146 On Board Diagnostic System California models only 100 Fuses 123 Engine Oils 148 Traveling Abroad 101 Towing the Vehicle 124 Engine Oils additives 148 Winter Driving 101 Jump Starting 125 Air conditioner refrigerant 148 Snow Chains 101 Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap 126 Brake Flu...

Page 10: ...h 24 Indicator lamp for anti theft alarm system 8 Cruise control 25 Central locking switch 9 Horn 26 Hazard warning flasher switch 10 Airbag 27 Adaptive damping system adjustment switch 11 Instrument cluster 28 ASR or ESP control switch 12 Steering lock with ignition starter switch 29 Roll bar operation switch 13 Center air outlet adjustable 30 Ashtray with lighter to open press bottom of cover 14...

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Page 12: ... Index 9 Trip odometer See Index 3 Fuel consumption gauge See Index 10 Main odometer 4 Engine Oil pressure gauge bar See Index 11 Outside temperature indicator See Index 5 Left turn signal indicator lamp green 12 Right turn signal indicator lamp green 6 Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer See Index 13 Knob for setting clock See Index 7 Speedometer 14 Tachometer See Index 15 Clock See Index...

Page 13: ... system low See Index Brake fluid low Canada only Parking brake engaged See Index Coolant level low See Index SRS malfunction See Index Engine oil level low See Index Fasten seat belts Backrest not locked See Index Roll bar malfunction See Index ABS malfunction See Index ADS malfunction See Index ESP malfunction See Index ASR malfunction See Index ETS malfunction See Index Engine malfunction indic...

Page 14: ...as outlined in your Maintenance Booklet Caution To prevent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly Otherwise excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter causing it to overheat Warning As with any vehicle do not idle park or operate this vehicle in areas where co...

Page 15: ...anking until the engine is firing regularly Release key and back off accelerator At very high coolant temperatures the engine starting time can be shortened if the accelerator is depressed slowly at the beginning of the starting process Turning Off Turn the key in the steering lock to position 0 to stop the engine The key can only be removed with the selector lever in position P Important Due to t...

Page 16: ...stance from vehicles in front Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effectiveness It may not be possible to stop the car in sufficient time to avoid an accident The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the car is in the shop for the requir...

Page 17: ... Warning Do not allow your tires to wear down too far With less than 1 16 in 1 5 mm of tread the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface conditions the tire traction varies widely Specified tire pressures must be maintained This applies particularly if the tires are subjected to high loads e g high speeds heavy loads high ambient tempera...

Page 18: ...ould be obeyed Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions Warning Even when permitted by law never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires Exceeding the maximum speed for which tires are rated can lead to sudden tire failure causing loss of vehicle control and resulting in personal injury and possible death Parking Warning To reduce the r...

Page 19: ...ite is however that this is done without endangering other drivers on the road If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads the braking efficiency should be tested as soon as possible after driving is resumed while observing the safety rules in the previous paragraph Warning If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow make sure that snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from aro...

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Page 22: ... foot area and doors Air is directed to foot area and doors Air is directed only to air outlets 8 12 and 14 open outlets 7 Air volume control for center air outlet turn left to open 8 Center air outlet adjustable 9 Heated air supply button center air outlet red indicator lamp 10 Non heated cooled air supply button for center air outlet blue indicator lamp 11 Air volume control for left air outlet ...

Page 23: ...uring operation in the cooling mode It is normal for water to drip on the ground through ducts in the underbody Note Keep the air intake grille in front of windshield free of snow and debris Dust Filter Dust particles down to a certain size and pollen are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system Important This vehicle is equipped with an ...

Page 24: ...ted to the windshield and side windows As the engine coolant temperature increases a higher blower stage is automatically engaged thereby defrosting as quickly as possible Turn air volume controls 11 and 13 left to open air outlets 12 and 14 Direct airlets towards the side windows The center air outlets and the foot area ducts are closed To select Press button indicator lamp lights up Defogging Wi...

Page 25: ... to the car s interior This mode can be selected to prevent annoying odors or dust from entering the car s interior To select Press button indicator lamp lights up To cancel Press button indicator lamp goes out The system will automatically switch from recirculated air to fresh air if button is pressed after approx 5 minutes at outside temperatures below approx 40 5 after approx 30 minutes at outs...

Page 26: ... in the trunk lock or storage compart ment eyeglasses compartment lock in the dashboard The flat key fits all locks on the car Notes Do not give the master key to an unauthorized person We recommend that you carry the flat key with you and keep it in a safe place e g your wallet so that it is always handy Never leave the flat key in the vehicle Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the ke...

Page 27: ...art lock out is activated In this case press transmit button again to deactivate the start lock out 1 Transmit button 2 Transmitter eye and battery check The vehicle doors trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked as well as the windows closed with infrared remote control The transmitter is located in the key holder the receiver is located on the inside rear view mirror 3 Rec...

Page 28: ... Infrared in Index Closing Windows from Outside Continue to press transmit button 1 after locking car Distance to receiver max 10 ft 3 m The windows begin to close after approx 1 second Warning Never close the windows if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the raising window In case the closing procedure causes potential danger the closing procedure can be immediately interrupted by...

Page 29: ...he vehicle activates the start lock out The engine can only be started if the vehicle was unlocked from the outside Note If transmit button of the remote control is inadvertently pressed again prior to starting the engine the start lock out is activated In this case press transmit button again to deactivate the start lock out Central locking switch Doors 1 Opening pull handle 2 Unlocking 3 Locking...

Page 30: ...reviously locked with the central locking switch If the car has previously been locked from the outside only the door being opened from the inside will unlock the other door the trunk lid and fuel filler flap remain locked Important Do not close a door with the windows fully closed while the power supply is interrupted battery disconnected or empty Doing so could damage the window frame The power ...

Page 31: ...n door lock or trunk lock to the locking position 3 and hold The windows begin to close after approx 1 second Note If the closing procedure is interrupted it can only be continued by first turning the key to the unlocked position 2 and then again to the locking position 3 Warning Never close the windows if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the raising window In case the closing pr...

Page 32: ...ompartments Locking Turn master key to position 2 and remove from lock The storage compartments remain locked even if the vehicle is unlocked from the outside Unlocking Turn master key to position 1 and remove from lock If the vehicle was locked from the outside the storage compartments remain in the locked mode until the vehicle is unlocked again from the outside Note If the interior storage comp...

Page 33: ...le lamps will flash and the horn will sound intermittently when someone opens a door opens the trunk opens the hood removes the radio switches on or bridges the ignition circuit steps on the brake pedal opens the storage compartment between the front seats The alarm will last approximately 150 seconds in the form of blinking exterior lamps At the same time an alarm horn will sound intermittently f...

Page 34: ...ve the key from the steering lock The power seats can also be operated with the driver s or passenger door open Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury Do not adjust the driver s seat while driving Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Never ride in a moving vehicle with...

Page 35: ...ompartment cover Warning Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back reclined Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision if you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries In a normal seated position the belts provide the best restraint for the wearer as t...

Page 36: ... not locked in place Note If the backrest and seat belt warning lamp does not go out but is instead lit continuously then a backrest is not engaged in its lock Always provide sufficient room behind the backrest and fold the backrest all the way back until it can be heard locking in place The warning lamp goes out as soon as both backrests are locked in place If both backrests are locked in place a...

Page 37: ...cked in place and the warning lamp does not go out have the system checked at your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer immediately Multicontour Seat optional 1 Seat cushion depth 2 Backrest bottom 3 Backrest center 4 Side bolster adjustment Some models may be equipped with multicontour seats These seats have movable seat cushions and inflatable air cushions built into the backrest to provide additiona...

Page 38: ... lamps are on press lower half of switch If left on the heater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation Note When in operation the seat heater consumes a large amount of power It is advisable not to use the seat heater longer than necessary The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time or if the battery charge ...

Page 39: ... 0 To extend or retract Move switch 1 in desired direction To raise or lower Move switch 1 in desired direction Storing Steering Column Position in Memory The steering column position is stored in memory together with the seat head restraint mirror position and can be recalled when necessary see Index Warning Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting the steering wheel while driving...

Page 40: ...u and your passengers should always wear seat belts If you are ever in an accident your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you can hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility for injury or death is lessened with your seat belt buckled The s...

Page 41: ...A twisted seat belt may cause injury For safety reasons avoid adjusting the seat or seat back into positions which could affect the correct seat belt position Press switch 4 to adjust seat belt so that the shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder The shoulder portion of the seat belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immediately after engaging it a...

Page 42: ...reshold of the SRS see Index Note For cleaning and care of the seat belts see Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle in Index Warning USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help re duce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents including roll overs SRS driver airbag passenger airbag ETR seat belt emergency tensioning retr...

Page 43: ...ted belt against your body could cause injuries Pregnant women should also use a lap shoulder belt The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen Warning USE CHILD RESTRAINTS PROPERLY Infants and small children must be seated in an infant or child restraint system which is properly secured by a lap belt or lap belt portion of ...

Page 44: ...e located in each belt s inertia reel and become operationally ready with the key in steering lock position 1 or 2 The emergency tensioning retractors are designed to activate only when the seat belts are fastened during frontal and front angled impacts exceeding the first threshold of the SRS They remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body restr...

Page 45: ...angled and side impacts The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp SRS in the instrument cluster If no fault is detected the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds after the lamp goes out the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by corning on again The following system components ...

Page 46: ...pplemental protection The driver and passenger should always wear the seat belts otherwise it is not possible for the airbags to provide their intended supplemental protection In cases of other frontal impacts roll overs certain side impacts rear collisions or other accidents without frontal forces the airbags will not be activated The driver and passenger will then be protected by the fastened se...

Page 47: ...n a safe distance from the airbag Sit properly belted in an upright position with your back against the seat back Do not lean with your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls Adjust the passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard especially when a child restrai...

Page 48: ...nt passenger airbag cover and installation of additional electrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring Several airbag system com ponents at the steering wheel get hot after the air bag has inflated Don t try to touch them Improper work on the system including incorrect installation and removal can lead to possible injury through an uncontrolled activation of the SRS In addit...

Page 49: ...e to carefully read and follow all manufacturer s instructions for installation and use Warning Rear facing child restraints must not be used in a front seat They could be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens a child in the restraint could be seriously injured Infants and small children should never be held on the lap while the vehicle is in motion During an accident th...

Page 50: ...Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury Notes A warning will sound when the driver s door is opened with the key in steering lock positions 1 or 0 With the engine at idle speed the charging rate of the alternator output is limited It is therefore recommended to turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in...

Page 51: ...he combination switch past the point of resistance up or down The switch is automatically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree 6 Press switch briefly One wipe without washer water select only if window is wet Press switch past resistance point Windshield washer windshield wiper headlamp cleaning system only in exterior lamp switch positions or except xenon lamps Cana...

Page 52: ...to snow switch off the wiper motor For safety reasons before removing ice or snow remove key from steering lock Remove blockage Activate combination switch again key in steering lock position 1 Emergency Operation of Windshield Wiper In case of windshield wiper malfunction turn combination switch to wiper setting II Have the system checked at your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer as soon as possibl...

Page 53: ...stop Standing lamps left turn left two stops Fog lamps pull out one stop with parking and or headlamps on Rear fog lamp pull out to 2nd detent In addition to fog lamps Indicator lamp in lamp switch comes on Standing Lamps When the vehicle is parked on the street the standing lamps right or left side parking lamps can be turned on making the vehicle more visible to passing vehicles The standing lam...

Page 54: ...r side Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side mirror The passenger side exterior mirror is convex outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view Objects in mirror are closer than they appear Check your inside rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Note The exterior mirrors have electrically heated glass The heater switches on automatically depending on...

Page 55: ... the key in steering lock position 2 the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity Sun Visors Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare If sunlight enters through a side window disengage visor from inner mounting and pivot to the side From this position the visor can slide forward and backward on its shaft Illuminated Vanity Mirrors With the visor engaged in it...

Page 56: ...ination Trip odometer To reset Press adjusting knob 1 once with key in steering lock position 2 Press adjusting knob 1 twice with key removed or in lock position 0 or 1 Clock Adjusting clock one minute ahead or back Pull out adjustment knob 2 briefly turn to the right respectively left and release knob Adjusting clock more than one minute ahead or back Pull out adjustment knob 2 turn to the right ...

Page 57: ...torage compartments and door pockets may be locked and unlocked by using the master key in lock 3 For interior central locking system see Index Locking Turn master key in lock 3 to the right and remove Unlocking Turn master key back to vertical position Caution Keep compartment lids closed This will prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident ...

Page 58: ... button 2 Opening rear compartment Press button 3 The compartments can be locked and unlocked with the central locking system Door Pockets To open Lift cover Warning For unobstructsve inflation of side airbags keep door pocket lids closed Rear Storage Compartment To open compartment Press button 1 and lift cover ...

Page 59: ... N turn off the engine and set the parking brake Otherwise the vehicle might move unintentionally To remove ashtray Push sliding knob 1 toward the right to eject the insert To install ashtray Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage Lighter 1 Lighter Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 Push in lighter 1 it will pop out automatically when hot Warning Never touch the heatin...

Page 60: ... Interior lamps switched off 3 Interior lamps switched on continuously Reading Lamps 4 Left reading lamp switched on 5 Reading lamps switched off 6 Right reading lamp switched on Entrance Lamps Exit Lamps Entrance lamps are located in the footwells under the dashboard Exit lamps are located in the door pockets These lamps are switched on and off by the door contact switches Note To prevent the veh...

Page 61: ...f operation Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously or the battery is only partially charged it is possible that the defroster will automatically turn itself off When this happens the indicator lamp inside the switch starts blinking As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage the defroster automa...

Page 62: ... the window frame The power windows should first be resynchronized After a power interruption first synchronize the windows to enable activation of the soft top Synchronizing Power Windows When opening a door after the power supply was interrupted battery disconnected or empty the window will open slightly indicating that the Express feature should be resynchronized Press side of power window swit...

Page 63: ...fety we recommend to drive with the roll bar raised if the outside temperature is below 15 C 5 F the soft top is closed and pets are placed in the rear storage area Items being transported in the area behind the seats should be placed in such a manner as not to affect the movement of the roll bar when being raised Note If the indicator lamps in the switch are blinking or if the warning lamp in the...

Page 64: ...sconnect plug 1 for rear window defroster 4 Within 10 seconds of turning key in steering lock to position 2 engine not running slide soft top switch 2 back and hold Please note if soft top switch is activated after 10 seconds have expired turn the key back to position 0 first before the hardtop removing procedure can be started again at step 4 The unlocking procedure begins after approx 2 seconds ...

Page 65: ...e turned to position 2 and the soft top switch is without function should anybody push the switch forward causing the roof locking mechanism to work If hands are at that moment between roof and car body they can be badly injured 6 Lift the hardtop vertically from its attachment points 3 and locating points 4 and carefully remove to the rear Exercise caution when maneuvering the top To avoid paint ...

Page 66: ... 1 and locating points 2 First guide the rear pins of the top vertically into the rear attachment points then lower the roof onto the vehicle and locate the front locking pins Exercise caution when maneuvering the top To avoid paint damage the top s mounting pins must not be allowed to contact the body 6 Turn key in steering lock to position 2 The indicator lamp in the soft top switch lights up 7 ...

Page 67: ... as that could cause personal injury to you or your passenger or personal injury or property damage to others Note For safety reasons the hardtop can only be unlocked while the vehicle is standing still and within 10 seconds after turning the key to steering lock position 2 or beyond If the indicator lamp in the soft top switch blinks while activating the switch the battery voltage may be insuffic...

Page 68: ... compartment while the soft top is being locked or unlocked Serious personal injury may occur Lowering Soft Top 1 Engage parking brake 2 Turn key in steering lock to position 2 3 Slide soft top switch 1 back and hold The side windows lower The roll bar lowers The indicator lamp in the soft top switch lights up The soft top is lowered into the soft top storage compartment The storage compartment co...

Page 69: ...ints then release the soft top switch Reach into the grip 3 and guide the pins into their respective locks while pulling down slide soft top switch 2 forward again The indicator lamp in the soft top switch goes out the closing procedure is completed If the soft top switch is held or is released and slid forward again within approx 2 seconds the side windows will close If the roll bar was previousl...

Page 70: ... example after lowering or raising the soft top approx 5 consecutive times after approx 2 minutes the soft top switch may be activated again and the power supply was interrupted battery disconnected or empty the soft top cannot be fully raised or lowered To raise the soft top for safety reasons first remove key from steering lock Lower soft top by hand into compartment and resynchronize the power ...

Page 71: ...by positioning hook at bottom of roll bar on one side then push the opposite side in place 3 Slide wind screen up into roll bar 1 using care not to get the attachment straps 2 caught 4 Raise roll bar completely 5 Wrap attachment straps around roll bar and insert tabs into latches 3 6 Tighten straps 4 7 Lower roll bar ...

Page 72: ... screen in place there is a risk of injury should the roll bar be deployed Removal 1 Fold down top of wind screen 2 Raise roll bar using switch on center console 3 Disconnect attachment strap latches by squeezing latch 4 Lower roll bar partially 5 Pull wind screen down out of roll bar 5 and lift wind screen out on one side and remove Storage The wind screen can be stored in a trunk mounted contain...

Page 73: ...ared for the installation of a cellular telephone For further information and installation contact your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Warning Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle Therefore for safety reasons the driver should not use the cellular telephone while the vehicle is in motion Stop the vehicle in a safe location before answering...

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Page 76: ...in steering lock position 2 the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should come on brightly function check for lamp To release the parking brake pull handle on instrument panel The brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out also see brake warning lamp page 88 Driving Off Test the brakes briefly after driving off Perform this procedure only when the road is clear of other t...

Page 77: ...ping when the selector lever is in drive or reverse position Warning It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not on the brake pedal the car could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the car and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your ...

Page 78: ...is not covered by the MERCEDES BENZ Limited Warranty D The transmission automatically upshifts to 5th gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions 4 Upshift to 4th gear only Suitable for performance driving 3 Upshift to 3rd gear only Suitable for moderately steep hills Since the transmission does not shift higher than 3rd gear this gear selection w...

Page 79: ...eed by gradually releasing the brakes Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on the accelerator To rock a car out of soft ground mud or snow alternately shift from forward to reverse while applying slight partial throttle Rocking a car free in this manner may cause the ABS warning lamp to come on Turn off and restart the engine to clear the malfunction indication Stopping For brief stops e g at...

Page 80: ...an result in transmission damage That is not covered by the MERCEDES BENZ Limited Warranty D The transmission automatically upshifts to 4th gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions 4 Upshift to 4th gear only Suitable for performance driving To shift from position D to 4 push selector lever to the left 3 Upshift to 3rd gear only Suitable for mod...

Page 81: ... reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control Maneuvering To maneuver in tight areas e g when pulling into parking space control the car speed by gradually releasing the brakes Accelerate gently and never abruptly step on the accelerator To rock a car out of soft ground mud or snow alternately shift from forward to reverse while applying slight partial t...

Page 82: ... With hard acceleration the upshifts occur at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the S program mode Warning During stops use the brake especially on an incline to prevent the vehicle from rolling Emergency Operation Limp Home Mode If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission operates in Limp Home Mode In addition the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator ...

Page 83: ...ition 1 or 2 until the desired speed is reached or briefly tip the control lever in the appropriate direction for increases or decreases in 1 km h 0 6 mph increments When the lever is released the newly set speed remains 3 Canceling To cancel the cruise control briefly push lever to position 3 When you step on the brake or clutch pedal or the vehicle speed drops below approx 35 km h 22 mph for exa...

Page 84: ...sable to travel at a steady speed The use of cruise control can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed The use of cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads Rapid changes in tire adhesion can result in wheel spin and loss of control The Resume function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previo...

Page 85: ...essure gauge needle drops to 0 with the engine running then damage to the engine may occur with continued operation Turn off engine immediately and contact an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer Do not operate the car until the condition is repaired Low Engine Oil Level Warning Lamp With the key in steering lock position 2 the oil pressure warning lamp comes on and goes out with the engine running If ...

Page 86: ...eous fuel consumption is indicated in miles per gallon mpg or in Canada liters per 100 kilometers I 100 km With the engine switched off the needle reads 0 Due to system design maximum consumption is indicated at idle speed Tachometer Red marking on tachometer Excessive engine speed Avoid this engine speed as it may result in engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty F...

Page 87: ...signed to serve as an Ice Warning Device and is therefore un suitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice Coolant Temperature Gauge If the antifreeze mixture is effective to 22 F 30 C the boiling point of the coolant in the pressurized cooling system of your vehicle is approx 266 F 130 C During severe operating...

Page 88: ...ENZ dealer as soon as possible Note Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system The engine can overheat causing major engine damage Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving Warning Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burned Low Windshield and Headlamp Was...

Page 89: ...f the warning lamp does not go put after blinking briefly but is instead lit continuously then a backrest is not engaged in its lock The warning lamp goes out as soon as the backrest is engaged in its lock If the backrest is locked and the warning lamp does not go out have the system checked at your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer as soon as possible Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp With the k...

Page 90: ... brake fluid in the reservoir engine running and parking brake released when the parking brake is set engine running When the minimum mark on the reservoir is reached have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks To test the brake warning lamp turn the key in steering lock to position 2 The brake warning lamp comes on and should go out when the engine is running Warning Driving w...

Page 91: ...When the voltage is above this value again the warning lamp should go out and the ABS will be operational If the ABS warning lamp does not go out or comes on while driving it indicates that the ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off In this case the brake system functions in the usual manner but without antilock assistance Have the system checked at your authorized MERCEDES BENZ deale...

Page 92: ...the speedometer dial come on They must go out when the engine is running If the ETS malfunction indicator lamp comes on with the engine running a malfunction has been detected Have the ETS checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible With the ABS malfunctioning the ETS is also switched off Caution If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised see Towing the vehicle in I...

Page 93: ...brakes Notes With the key in steering lock position 2 the yellow malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and the yellow ASR warning lamp in the speedometer dial come on They must go out when the engine is running If the ASR malfunction indicator lamp comes on with the engine running a malfunction has been detected Pressing the accelerator pedal will require greater effort Only partial...

Page 94: ...ns A portion of the ASR system remains active even with the switch in the OFF position If one drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin the brake is applied until the wheel regains sufficient traction The traction control engages at vehicle speeds up to approximately 24 mph 40 km h and switches off at 50 mph 80 km h The ASR warning lamp located in the speedometer dial starts to flash at any ve...

Page 95: ...ial come on They must go out when the engine is running If the ESP or EPC malfunction indicator lamp comes on with the engine running a malfunction has been detected It is possible that now only partial engine output is available Have the ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible With the ABS malfunctioning the ESP is also switched off Driving the vehicle with varied ...

Page 96: ...ns A portion of the ESP system remains active even with the switch in the OFF position If one drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin the brake is applied until the wheel regains sufficient traction The traction control engages at vehicle speeds up to approximately 24 mph 40 km h and switches off at 50 mph 80 km h The ESP warning lamp located in the speedometer dial starts to flash at any ve...

Page 97: ...ou visit an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible to have the system checked out Note If the battery was disconnected the indicator lamp will only go out after the engine is started and the steering wheel is turned from full left to full right lock and returned to the center position Adaptive Damping System Adjustment The switch is located in the center console 1 Firm dampening progr...

Page 98: ...on of the vehicle At speeds above approximately 60 mph 95 km h the vehicle chassis is lowered automatically by about one half inch 15 mm Option 1 Level increases one half inch 15 mm This setting may be used when road surface conditions are rough When Option 1 is selected the vehicle chassis is raised by one half inch 15 mm at vehicle speeds up to approx 35 mph 60 km h At speeds between approximate...

Page 99: ...5 mph 60 km h the system will switch from Option 2 to Option 1 Only one indicator lamp will be illuminated When exceeding approximately 60 mph 95 km h the system will switch from Option 1 to Normal Level The indicator lamp will go out If speed exceeds approx 35 mph 60 km h but does not exceed 60 mph 95 km h the system will switch from Option 2 to Option 1 when vehicle speeds drop below approximate...

Page 100: ...ed If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected im mediately If you must drive under these conditions drive only with at least one window fully open On Board Diagnostic System The Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection SFI control module monitors emission control components that either provide input signals to or receive output sig...

Page 101: ...lip regulation or of the electronic traction system can only be achieved with M S radial ply tires and or snow chains recommended by Mercedes Benz Snow Chains Use only snow chains that are tested and recommended by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer will be glad to advise you on this subject Chains should only be used on the rear wheels Follow the manufacturer s mounting instructio...

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Page 104: ...of hood 3 To avoid hood damage if hood is not fully closed re open and repeat closing procedure Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components ignition ...

Page 105: ...uid and is under pressure Using a rag turn cap to first notch to relieve excess pressure If opened immediately hot scalding fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure possibly causing personal injury Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You can be seriously burned Adding Coolant If coolan...

Page 106: ...ime to check the engine oil level is when the oil is warm such as during a fuel stop With the vehicle on level ground stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back to the oil pan SL 600 Oil level must be between the lower min and upper max mark of the dipstick Do not overfill engine Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned For low engine oil level warning lamp see Index ...

Page 107: ... pin 1 sideways Then open cap by releasing locking lever 2 Measure fluid level with the dipstick completely inserted and the locking lever released 2 Extreme cleanliness must be observed To wipe the dipstick use a clean lint free cloth To fill the transmission with fluid pour it through a fine mesh filter into the dipstick opening Even the slightest impurity may cause operational troubles The leve...

Page 108: ... mat lift the trunk floor 1 and engage strap 2 in the hooks on the upper edge of the trunk lid First remove the vehicle jack then the spare wheel reinstall in reverse order First Aid Kit The first aid kit is located in the left trunk well Stowing Things in the Vehicle Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing things Put luggage or cargo ...

Page 109: ...and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is raised Be certain that the jack is always vertical when in use especially on hills Lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jackstands before working under the vehicle Wheels Replace rims or tires with the same designation manufacturer and type as shown on the original part See your authorized M...

Page 110: ... rim type Failure to do so can result in the bolts loosen ing and possibly an accident Rotating Wheels The wheels can be rotated according to the degree of tire wear while retaining the same direction of travel Rotating however should be carried out at a mileage of 3000 6000 miles 5000 10000 km before the charac teristic tire wear pattern shoulder wear on front wheels and tread center wear on rear...

Page 111: ...ands before working under the vehicle Spare Wheel for AMG Sport Package Version The spare wheel rim size is 8 J x 16 H2 In the case of a flat tire or breakdown you may temporarily use an 8 J x 16 H2 wheel rim when observing following instructions Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h Drive to the nearest repair facility For additional information refer to Technical Data Changing Wheels War...

Page 112: ...pport tube opening by inserting a screwdriver in the opening and prying it out The tube openings are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings 6 Insert jack arm fully into the tube hole up to the stop Position the jack so that it is always vertical plumb line as seen from the side see arrow even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 7 Jack up the veh...

Page 113: ...o wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off This could cause an accident Be sure to use the correct mounting bolts Important When installing new wheels the mounting bolts must be retightened after approx 60 300 miles 100 500 km 12 Fold wrench together and tighten the five bolt...

Page 114: ...emperature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed Tire pressure should therefore only be corrected on cold tires Correct tire pressure in warm tires only if pressure has dropped be low the pressure listed in the table and the respective operating conditions are taken into consideration An underinflated tire due to a slow leak e g due to a nail in the tire may cause damage such as tread separ...

Page 115: ...is not used for long periods of time Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the battery has been disconnected from the vehicle electrical circuit Always disconnect the battery negative lead first and connect last When removing and connecting the battery always make sure that all electrical consumers are off and the key is in steering lock position 0 The battery and its vent tube must a...

Page 116: ...en replaced Headlamp Assembly 1 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 2 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 3 High and low beam headlamp cover 4 Squeeze latches for high and low beam headlamp cover 5 Turn signal parking side marker and standing lamp bulb 6 Electrical connector for high and low beam headlamp bulb 7 Clamping ring for high and low beam headlamp bulb ...

Page 117: ...ches 4 and remove cover 3 upwards Pull off electrical connector 6 Turn clamping ring 7 counterclockwise and pull out bulb together with clamping ring Remove bulb Insert new bulb flat side facing up mount clamping ring 7 with tab facing down and turn clockwise Push electrical connector on securely Turn Signal Parking Side Marker and Standing Lamp 2375 NA 28 5 8 3 W 30 2 2 cp bulb Open hood Turn bul...

Page 118: ... vertical adjustment screw 3 Adjuster for horizontal adjustment scale 4 Cover for low beam headlamp 5 Latch for cover 4 6 Cover for high beam headlamp 7 Latch for cover 6 8 Turn signal parking side marker and standing lamp bulb 9 Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb ...

Page 119: ... a qualified technician Bulb for High Beam H1 55 W Open hood Depress latch 7 and remove cover 6 Pull off electrical connector 9 Unhook clamping ring and remove bulb Insert new bulb seating properly in cutouts of bulb socket and mount clamping ring Reinstall and push electrical connector on securely Reinstall bottom end of cover 6 and push against top end of cover until properly seated Check lamp f...

Page 120: ...angle to the test screen 2 Using a T square and a carpenter s level align and mark a vertical centerline 8 on the test screen using the outer reference point low beam found on each headlamp lens As a check the distance between centerlines should be 49 5 8 inches 1260 mm 3 Move vehicle on the level surface 25 feet 7 6 m straight back from the wall 4 Open hood depress latch 5 and remove access cover...

Page 121: ...w beam illuminate the test screen as shown The vertex of the angle formed in each beam image should align with the vertical centerline 8 of each lamp The left and right headlamps must be adjusted individually 7 The indicator 7 in the sight glass should align with the 0 mark after any horizontal adjustment If it does not insert and turn screw driver on adjuster 3 until scale 7 is centered on the 0 ...

Page 122: ...rking standing and rear fog lamp 21 4W 35 1 2cp bulb 4 Backup lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb 5 Stop lamp 21 W 32 cp bulb To replace bulbs Push the locking button 1 on the rear of the lamp support inward and swing open lamp support Push down the bulb to be changed turn to the left and remove License Plate Lamps 5 W bulb Loosen both securing screws 1 remove lamp and take out bulb ...

Page 123: ...box Before replacing a blown fuse determine the cause of the short circuit Spare fuses are supplied inside the fuse box Observe amperage and color of fuse Always use a new fuse for replacement Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse After replacing a blown fuse close fuse box cover ...

Page 124: ...t bed equipment This method is preferable to other types of towing The vehicle may be towed with all of the wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position N for distances up to 30 miles 50 km and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h To positively avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission however we recommend to disconnect the drive shaft at the rear axle drive flange on any tow...

Page 125: ...jured 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 if necessary A battery will also produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and very explosive Keep flames or sparks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Read all instructio...

Page 126: ...the engine has started remove jumper cables by exactly reversing the above installation sequence starting with the last connection made first When removing each clamp make sure that it does not touch any other metal while the other end is still attached Important A discharged battery can freeze at approx 14 F 10 C In that case it must be thawed out before jumper cables are used A frozen battery ca...

Page 127: ...ng until locked in place Important Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal For disposal please follow manufacturer s recommendation on battery package Replacement battery Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Synchronizing System The system may have to be re synchronized if the transmitter is withou...

Page 128: ...ided over the roll bar 3 For safety reasons from steering lock Warning Do not place your hands near the roll bar soft top frame upper windshield area or soft top storage compartment while the soft top is being locked Serious personal injury may occur 4 Unlock left and right soft top storage compartment locks Place open end wrench on bolt between roll bar and storage compartment cover Turn wrench t...

Page 129: ...ical position 9 Pivot sun visors to side Remove left and right caps 6 10 Using Allen head wrench lock left and right of soft top frame 5 to windshield header turn wrench in 3 stages towards center of car 1 Left lock to first notch 2 Right lock to second notch 3 Left lock to second notch ...

Page 130: ... of the soft top cannot be locked during manual operation Note Have the soft top operation checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer as soon as possible SL 320 SL 600 Layout of Poly V Belt Drive 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioning compressor 4 Fan 5 Model SL 600 Air pump 6 Generator alternator SL500 7 Idler pulley 8 Power steering pump 9 Coolant pump For dimensions of ...

Page 131: ...ety tab upward until it locks in place Note Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted The glass may be scratched or broken Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed An improperly installed blade may cause windshield damage Headlamp Wiper Blades except xenon lamps Removal Fold wiper a...

Page 132: ...or stone chipping or other damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the car A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a thorough inspection Damaged areas need to be reundercoated Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax base rustproofing in the body cavit...

Page 133: ...der installations rewipe the recessed sections in the taillamps designed to prevent soiling if necessary No solvents fuels thinners etc must be used In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing the underbody do not forget to clean the inner sides of the wheels Tar Stains Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become more difficult to remove MB Tar...

Page 134: ...aint surface do not bead up normally in 3 to 5 months depending on climate and washing detergent used MB Paint Polish should be applied if paint surface shows signs of dirt embedding i e loss of gloss MB Fine Polishing Paste must be used when the paint surface shows signs of excessive fading chalking due to lack of care etc Do not apply any of these products or wax if your car is parked in the sun...

Page 135: ... run the vehicle through an automatic car wash with the soft top in place as you may damage the soft top material Remove bird droppings immediately The organic acid damages the material and causes the soft top to leak In general regular spraying or cleansing with clear water is sufficient to keep the top clean Wash the top only when heavily soiled Caution Never use any gasoline thinner tar and sta...

Page 136: ...ion centers provide quick and reliable parts service More than 300 000 different spare parts even for older models are available MERCEDES BENZ original spare parts are subjected to the most stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed manufactured or selected for and adapted to MERCEDES BENZ vehicles Therefore MERCEDES BENZ original spare parts should be installed ...

Page 137: ...137 Technical Data ...

Page 138: ...fication No 4 Engine No 320 SL right front 600 SL right rear 5 Body No and Paint No 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system Identification Plates When ordering spare parts please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers ...

Page 139: ...inted in the Owner s Service and Warranty Policy Booklet and your authorized MERCEDES BENZ dealer will exchange or repair any defective parts in accordance with the terms of the following warranties 1 New vehicle limited warranty 2 Emission systems warranty 3 Emission performance warranty 4 California emission control systems warranty Loss of Owner s Service and Warranty Policy Should you lose you...

Page 140: ...MG version 170 kW 5600 rpm Maximum torque acc To SAE J 1349 232 ft lb 3750 rpm Rims 315 Nm 3750 rpm Front axle Maximum engine speed 6700 rpm AMG light alloy rims 8J x 18 H 2 Firing order 1 5 3 6 2 4 Wheel offset 1 2 in 31 mm Poly V belts length 2225 mm Rear axle AMG light alloy rims 9J x 18 H 2 Wheel offset 1 4 in 35 mm Radial ply tires 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle Front ax...

Page 141: ... Battery 12 V 100Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 9 DCO Main Dimensions Beru 14 F 9 DUO Champion C 12 YCC Overall vehicle length 177 2 in 4500 mm Electrode gap 0 032 in 0 8 mm Overall vehicle width 71 3 in 1812 mm Tightening torque 15 22 ft lb 20 30 Nm Overall height Soft top 51 1 in 1298 mm Hardtop 50 7 in 1288 mm Wheel base 99 0 in 2515 mm Track front 60 4 in 1535 mm Track rear 60 0 in 1523 mm ...

Page 142: ...9 235 kW 5600rpm Front axle 315 hp 5600 rpm AMG light alloy rims 8J x 18 H 2 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 470 Nm 3900 rpm Wheel offset 31 mm 1 2 in 347 ft lb 3900 rpm Rear axle Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm AMG light alloy rims 9J x 18 H 2 Firing order 1 5 4 8 6 3 7 2 Wheel offset 35 mm 1 4 in Poly V belts length 2176 mm Radial ply tires Front axle 245 40 ZR 18 1 The quoted data apply only to ...

Page 143: ...KW Battery 12 V 100 Ah Main Dimensions Spark plugs Bosch F 9 DCO Overall vehicle length 4500 mm 177 2 in Beru 14 F 9DUO Overall vehicle width 1812 mm 71 3 in Champion C 12 YCC Overall height Electrode gap 0 8 mm 0 032 in 15 22ft lb Soft top 1298 mm 1 1 in Tightening torque 20 30 Nm Hardtop 1288 mm 50 7 in Wheel base 2515 mm 99 0 in Track front 1535 mm 60 4 in Track rear 1523 mm 60 0 in ...

Page 144: ...m Front axle 389 hp 5200 rpm AMG light alloy rims 8J x 18 H 2 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 510 Nm 3800 rpm Wheel offset 31 mm 1 2 in 421 ft lb 3800 rpm Rear axle Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm AMG light alloy rims 9J x 18 H 2 Firing order 1 12 5 8 3 10 6 7 2 Wheel offset 35 mm 1 4 in 11 4 9 Radial ply tires Poly V belts length 2585 mm Front axle 245 40 ZR 18 Rear axle 275 35 ZR 18 Spare Wheel A...

Page 145: ...b Battery 12 V 100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F 9 DCO Main Dimensions Beru 14 F 9 DUO Champion C 12 YCC Overall vehicle length 4550 mm 179 2 in Electrode gap 0 8 mm 0 032 in Overall vehicle width 1812 mm 71 3 in Tightening torque 15 22ft lb 20 30 Nm Overall height Soft top 1303 mm 51 3 in Hardtop 1293 mm 50 9 in Wheel base 2515 mm 99 0 in Track front 1532 mm 60 4 in Track rear 1523 mm 60 0 in ...

Page 146: ...commended engine oils SL 600 11 0 l 11 6 US qt SL 320 Initial fill 7 1 l 7 5 US qt Fluid change 6 0 l US qt 6 3 Automatic transmission SL 500 Initial fill 8 6 l 9 1 US qt Automatic transmission fluid SL 600 Fluid change 7 7 l US qt 8 1 Rear axle 1 3 l 1 4 US qt Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 SAE 85 W 90 Hydraulic system for Adaptive damping System ADS approx 4 5 l 4 8 US qt MB Hydraulic fluid Power steeri...

Page 147: ...ze SL 600 approx 21 1 US qt 20 0 l Fuel tank approx 21 1 US gal 80 l Premium unleaded gasoline Posted including a reserve of approx 2 6 US gal 10 l Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air conditioner system R 134a refrigerant and special Lubricant Never R 12 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially availabl...

Page 148: ... atmosphere Under extremely hard operating conditions this moisture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system thus reducing the system s efficiency The brake fluid must therefore be replaced every two years preferably in the spring It is recommended to use only brake fluid approved by Mercedes Benz Your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer will provide you with additional information P...

Page 149: ...meet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock boiling range vapor pressure etc Gasoline Additives A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline Mercedes Benz recommends to use only quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build up of carbon deposits After an extended period of using fuels without such additives carbon deposits c...

Page 150: ... in the boil over protection You should have it replaced every 3 years To provide the important corrosion protection the solution must be at least 45 anticorrosion antifreeze equals a freeze protection to approx 22 F 30 C If you use a solution that is more than 55 anticorrosion antifreeze freeze protection to approx 49 F 45 C the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capa...

Page 151: ...sent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the h...

Page 152: ...isfaction please discuss the problem with the dealership management or if necessary contact the Owner Service Manager at the Mercedes Benz Regional Office nearest you see Owner s Service and Warranty Information booklet for addresses You may also write directly to us at the following addresses In the U S A Owner Service Department Mercedes Benz of North America Inc One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 0...

Page 153: ...ddition to notifying Mercedes Benz of North America Inc 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 may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mercedes Benz of North America Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto S...

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Page 156: ...15 Battery not being charged Charge indicator lamp 15 85 Brake fluid 16 90 132 147 148 Brake pads worn Brake pad wear indicator lamp 90 Brake warning lamp Brake fluid low 90 Brake warning lamp test 90 Brakes 16 17 76 78 81 84 92 93 95 Capacities Fuels coolants lubricants etc 146 Catalytic converter 14 Cellular telephone 73 Central locking system 29 Check regularly and before a long trip 160 Child ...

Page 157: ...96 101 ETS 91 92 Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp 89 Exterior lamp switch 53 First aid kit 108 Fuel Gasoline additives 148 149 Premium unleaded gasoline 14 147 148 Fuel consumption gauge 86 Fuel filler flap manual release 126 Fuel reserve warning lamp 87 Fuses 123 Hardtop 64 Headlights 53 Heated seats 38 Hood 104 Identification plates 138 Indicator lamp symbols 13 Instrument cluster 12 Interio...

Page 158: ...arning system 40 Ski rack 126 Snow chains 101 Soft top 68 128 135 Spare parts service 136 Spare wheel 108 SRS malfunction 45 Start lock out 15 27 29 31 Starting and turning off the engine 15 Steering column adjusting 39 Steering lock 50 Storage compartments 58 Stowing things in the vehicle 108 Sun visors 55 Supplemental restraint system SRS 40 44 Tachometer 86 Technical data 140 Tire inflation pre...

Page 159: ...for your vehicle please contact your authorized Mercedes Benz dealer We consider this to be the best way to obtain accurate information for your vehicle Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing any maintenance work or repairs improper or incomplete service may damage the vehicle or its equipment which may in turn result in personal injury If you have any question ...

Page 160: ...ssure in tank has been released then remove cap Failure to remove slowly could result in personal injury 2 Tire Inflation Pressure Check at least every two weeks For details see Index 3 Coolant Level See Index 4 Windshield Washer System Headlamp Cleaning System See Index 5 Engine Oil Level See Index 6 Brake Fluid See Index Vehicle Lighting Check function and cleanliness For replacement of light bu...

Page 161: ...commended engine oils see Index Automatic Transmission Automatic transmission fluid For level checks refer to Index Coolant For normal replenishing use water potable water quality For further information e g anticorrosion antifreeze refer to Index Spark Plugs Approved spark plugs refer to Technical Data also see Index Bulbs High and low beams Halogen type 9004 fog lamps Halogen type H 1 55 W tail ...

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