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Cleaning system............................... 84
Daytime running lamp mode............. 81
Delayed shut-off............................. 118
High-beam flasher............................. 83
High-beam headlamps...................... 83
Low-beam headlamps....................... 81
Replacing bulbs.............................. 245
Switch............................................... 80

Headliner, cleaning and care of........ 199

Head restraints..................................... 73

Head-thorax air bags............................ 41

Height adjustment

Seats................................................ 74

High-beam flasher................................ 83

High-beam headlamps................. 83, 246

Indicator lamp................................... 29
Replacing bulbs.............................. 245

High-mounted brake lamp................. 246

Replacing bulbs.............................. 245

High-performance brake system...... 190

Hood.................................................... 155

Messages in the multifunction
display............................................ 216

Horn....................................................... 27

Hydroplaning...................................... 190

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Identification labels........................... 271

Identification number, vehicle

(VIN).................................................... 271

Ignition...................................... 72, 73, 91

Immobilizer........................................... 59

Infant and child restraint systems

see Children in the vehicle

Inflation pressure

see Tires, Inflation pressure

Inside door handle......................... 34, 68

Instrument cluster....................... 28, 103

Illumination..................................... 104
Lamps............................................. 230
Multifunction display...................... 106

Instrument lighting

see Instrument cluster, Illumination

Instrument panel

see Instrument cluster

Instruments and controls

see Cockpit

Interior lighting.................................... 85

Delayed shut-off............................. 118
Reading lamps.................................. 85

Interior rear view mirror...................... 78

Auto-dimming rear view mirrors........ 79

Interior storage spaces

see Storage compartments

Intermittent wiping

Windshield wipers............................. 86

J

Jack...................................................... 203

Jump starting...................................... 262

K

Key, Mechanical................................. 241

Loss of.............................................. 68
Valet locking..................................... 71

Key, SmartKey

Battery check lamp........................... 64
Checking batteries............................ 67
Factory setting............................ 65, 67
Global locking (KEYLESS-GO)
......................................................... 67
Global locking (SmartKey)................. 65
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-GO)
......................................................... 67
Global unlocking (SmartKey)............. 65
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO...... 66
Locking/unlocking............................ 64
Loss of.............................................. 68
Messages in the multifunction
display............................................ 216
Opening, trunk.................................. 69
Remote control................................. 64
Replacing batteries......................... 244

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Summary of Contents for SL 65 AMG Black Series

Page 1: ...SL 65 AMG Black Series Operator s Manual 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 1 ...

Page 2: ...lth or life of others Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle i Helpful hints or further information you may find useful X This symbol points to instructions for you to follow X A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple step procedure Y page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic YY This continuation symbol marks a w...

Page 3: ...our passengers we ask you to make a small investment of time RPlease read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference RPlease follow the recommendations contained in this manual They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes Benz RPlease pay attention to the warnings and cautions contained in this manual They are designed to...

Page 4: ...troduction 17 At a glance 23 Safety and security 35 Controls in detail 63 Operation 151 Practical hints 201 Technical data 269 Contents 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 2 ...

Page 5: ...22 AMG menu 109 Anticorrosion antifreeze 282 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti theft systems 59 Anti theft alarm system 59 Immobilizer 59 Tow away alarm 60 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Armrest 136 Ashtray 139 Aspect ratio tires 184 Audio DVD menu 111 Auto dimming rear view mirrors 79 Automatic central locking 68 119 Automatic headlamp mode 81 Automatic interior lighting control 85 Automatic locki...

Page 6: ...ce for 18 Calls phone 121 Can holders see Cup holders Capacities and recommended fuel lubricants 278 Carpets cleaning 199 Central locking Automatic 68 119 Locking unlocking from inside 69 Central locking unlocking switch 69 Certification label 271 Children in the vehicle Air bags 37 Indicator lamp passenger front air bag off 44 Infant and child restraint systems 51 Occupant Classification System O...

Page 7: ...ime running lamp mode 81 116 Deep water see Standing water Defogging windshield 133 Defroster Rear window 134 Windshield 132 Delayed shut off Exterior lamps 118 Interior lighting 118 Department of Transportation see DOT Difficulties While driving 93 With starting 91 Digital clock see Clock Digital speedometer 108 Dimensions vehicle 277 Direction of rotation tires 175 Displays Digital speedometer 1...

Page 8: ...e 103 Locking unlocking the vehicle 241 Remote door unlock 145 Trunk lid emergency release 70 Trunk lid unlocking 242 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission control 191 Information label 272 System warranties 18 Engine Break in recommendations 152 Cleaning 196 Compartment 155 Malfunction indicator lamp 29 237 Maximum engine speed 272 Messages in the multifunction display 218 Number 272 Start...

Page 9: ...9 Fuel filler flap and cap 153 Refueling 153 Fuses 266 G Garage door opener 33 145 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 185 Gear range Automatic transmission 98 Indicator 98 Limiting 100 Shifting into optimal 100 Gear selector lever 95 Cleaning 199 Gearshift pattern 95 Lock 90 95 Messages in the multifunction display 211 Shifting procedure 96 Transmission position indicator 96 Transmiss...

Page 10: ...68 Instrument cluster 28 103 Illumination 104 Lamps 230 Multifunction display 106 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster Illumination Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 85 Delayed shut off 118 Reading lamps 85 Interior rear view mirror 78 Auto dimming rear view mirrors 79 Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments Intermittent w...

Page 11: ...ate lamps 246 Messages in the multifunction display 226 Replacing bulbs 245 Light alloy wheels cleaning 198 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting 80 Daytime running lamp mode 81 Exterior 80 Interior 85 Limp home mode 103 Locator lighting 117 Lock button Outside door handle KEYLESS GO 67 Locking the vehicle 64 65 Manually 243 Loss of Key 68 Service and Warranty Information booklet 270 Low beam hea...

Page 12: ...ght sensor 226 Low beam lamps 227 Parking brake 215 Parking lamps 226 Passenger front air bag 207 Reserve fuel 224 Reverse lamp 225 Side marker lamps 225 SmartKey 216 SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 216 SRS 215 Tail lamps 227 Tele Aid 215 Tire pressure 212 228 Tire pressure monitor 212 Tires 212 228 TPMS 212 228 Trunk 216 Turn signals 228 Washer fluid 217 Multifunction steering wheel Adjusting 76 Buttons...

Page 13: ...t safety Pedals 188 Phone see Telephone Plastic parts cleaning 198 Power assistance 188 Power seats see Seats Power washer 195 Power windows 88 Cleaning 197 Door windows 88 Operation 88 Rear side windows 89 Synchronizing 89 Practical hints 202 Problems While driving 93 With vehicle 21 Product information 17 Production options weight 185 Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program 99 Manua...

Page 14: ...7 Proper use of 46 Safety guidelines 39 Safety notes 45 Telltale 29 233 Warning lamp 233 Seating capacity 173 Seats 73 Adjusting 74 Easy entry exit feature 77 Memory function 79 Multicontour seat 76 Selective setting see Key SmartKey Selector lever see Gear selector lever Self locking rear differential Notes on breaking in 152 Self test OCS 44 Tele Aid 141 Service see Maintenance Service parts 270...

Page 15: ...ities fuels coolants lubricants etc 278 Coolant 282 Dimensions 277 Electrical system 276 Engine 272 Engine oil additives 280 Engine oils 279 Fuel requirements 281 Gasoline additives 281 Identification labels 271 Premium unleaded gasoline 280 Rims and tires 274 Washer and headlamp cleaning system 279 283 Weights 278 Tele Aid 140 Emergency calls 141 Information button 143 Initiating an emergency cal...

Page 16: ...nology 184 TIREFIT tire repair kit 251 Tire Identification Number 186 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 169 TPMS low tire pressure malfunction telltale 29 239 Traction 178 186 Tread 186 Tread depth 176 Treadwear indicators 176 186 Vehicle maximum load on 187 Wear pattern 179 Tire speed rating 181 186 Total load limit 186 Tow away alarm 60 Towing eye bolt 264 Towing the vehicle 263 Traction 186 ...

Page 17: ...d on the tire 187 Vehicle Recovery services Stolen Tele Aid 145 Vehicle status message memory 113 Vehicle tool kit 202 Vehicle washing see Vehicle care VIN Vehicle Identification Number 271 W Warning sounds Driver s or passenger s seat belt 48 Parking brake 215 Seat belt telltale 233 Warranty coverage 270 Washer and headlamp cleaning system 283 Washer fluid Messages in the multifunction display 21...

Page 18: ...16 Wood trims cleaning 199 Index 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 16 ...

Page 19: ...ontained in this Operator s Manual Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore information ill...

Page 20: ... a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times and you have directly notified Mercedes Benz USA LLC in writing of the need for its repair 2 the same substantial d...

Page 21: ...ith the vehicle to make it available to the next operator If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center in the 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 oper...

Page 22: ...ride disturbance or you suspect that damage to your vehicle as occurred Rturn on your hazard warning flashers Rslow down carefully Rdrive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires wheels for possible damage If the vehicle appears unsafe have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair ...

Page 23: ... Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an invest...

Page 24: ...ehicle safety Daimler may access the information and share it with others Rfor safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes Rwith the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee Rin response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency Rfor use in dispute resolution involving Daimler its affiliates or sales service organization and or Ras otherwise required or permitted by law ...

Page 25: ...Cockpit 26 Instrument cluster 28 Multifunction steering wheel 30 Center console 31 Overhead control panel 33 Door control panel 34 At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 23 ...

Page 26: ...Exterior view 24 Exterior view At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 24 ...

Page 27: ...washer fluid 86 Cleaning 197 7 Wipers 86 Wiper blades replacing 249 Wiper blades cleaning 197 8 Hood 155 Engine oil 156 Coolant 159 Washer system and headlamp cleaning system 160 Function Page 9 Front lamps 245 a Headlamp cleaning system 84 b Front towing eye 264 c Tires and wheels 164 Rims and tires 274 Flat tire 251 Wheel change 255 d Rear lamps 245 e Rear towing eye 264 At a glance 230_AKB 1 42...

Page 28: ...Cockpit 26 Cockpit At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 26 ...

Page 29: ... indicator lamp 41 240 a Interior storage compartments locking unlocking 135 b Overhead control panel 33 c Glove box 131 135 d Center console 31 e Starter switch 72 f Horn Function Page g Steering wheel adjustment stalk 77 h Combination switch Turn signals 83 Wipers 86 High beam 83 j Parking brake pedal 94 k On board diagnostics OBD socket l Hood lock release lever 155 m Parking brake release hand...

Page 30: ...Instrument cluster 28 Instrument cluster At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 28 ...

Page 31: ... in the control system 108 115 Main odometer 106 4 Reset button for Trip odometer 104 Settings 114 Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 104 5 Tachometer with A High beam headlamp indicator lamp 83 Seat belt telltale 48 233 Antilock Brake System ABS indicator lamp 54 231 Engine malfunction indicator lamp 237 ESP OFF warning lamp 55 235 Function Page 6 Right multifunction display with Trip odom...

Page 32: ...ext previous menu 105 Function Page Press button j or k briefly to move within a menu to select previous or next track scene or stored station within Audio DVD menu 111 to switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Telephone menu 121 Press and hold button j or k to select previous or next track with quick search or to select previous or next station in station list or wave band wi...

Page 33: ...Hazard warning flasher switch 84 4 Center and side air vent adjustment 130 5 COMAND system see separate operating instructions 6 Cup holder 138 7 Gear selector lever 95 8 Ashtray 139 Cigarette lighter 139 9 Automatic climate control panel 126 a Cup holder 138 At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 31 ...

Page 34: ...Trunk wing switch 58 4 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 78 5 Tow away alarm off switch 61 6 KEYLESS GO start stop button 73 7 Electronic Stability Program ESP switch 55 8 Program mode selector switch 99 At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 32 ...

Page 35: ...ght reading lamp switch 85 4 Automatic interior lighting control 85 5 Interior rear view mirror 78 6 Reading lamp 85 7 Garage door opener 145 8 Tele Aid emergency call system button 142 9 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system and telephone At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 33 ...

Page 36: ...ide door handle 68 2 Power window switch 88 3 Memory function 79 Memory position buttons 79 Memory button 79 4 Seat adjustment switch 73 5 Remote trunk opening switch 69 At a glance 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 34 ...

Page 37: ...35 Occupant safety 36 Panic alarm 53 Driving safety systems 53 Anti theft systems 59 Safety and security 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 35 ...

Page 38: ...systems Do not tamper with electronic components or their software i For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and children see Children in the vehicle Y page 50 SRS indicator lamp 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 s...

Page 39: ...it is safe to do so If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door G Warning To reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate it is very important for the driver and passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their seat belts For maximum protection in the event of a c...

Page 40: ...d thorax air bag which needs to deploy rapidly in a side impact in order to do its job To help avoid the possibility of injury please follow these guidelines 1 Occupants especially children should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the head thorax air bag inflates This could result in serious injuries or death should the head thorax air bag be deployed 2 Alw...

Page 41: ...ment s disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca gov HazardousWaste Perchlorate index cfm RAir bags and ETDs are designed to function on a one time only basis An air bag or ETD that is deployed must be replaced RDo not pass seat belts over sharp edges They could tear RDo not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the seat belts RDo not bleach or dye seat belts ...

Page 42: ...if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold Rif the system determines that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt Rdepending on whether the seat belt is in use Rindependently of the head thorax air bags The front air bags in this vehicle have been designed to inflate in two stages This allows the air bags to have different rates of inflation that a...

Page 43: ...s that air bag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt Rdepending on whether the seat belt is in use Rindependently of the front air bags Rindependently of the ETDs Passenger head thorax air bag 1 will only deploy if the OCS senses that the passenger seat is occupied and the impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold Head thorax air bags 1 are not deployed in...

Page 44: ...ngine is started and remain illuminated indicating that the passenger front air bag is deactivated When the OCS senses that the passenger seat occupant is classified as being heavier than the weight of a typical 12 month old child seated in a standard child restraint or as being a small individual such as a young teenager or a small adult the 5 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 se...

Page 45: ...int on the passenger seat make sure the 5 indicator lamp is illuminated indicating that the passenger front air bag is deactivated Should the 5 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed please check installation Periodically check the 5 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 5 indicator lamp is illuminated If the 5 indicator lamp goes out or remains out do not...

Page 46: ...as upright as possible with your back against the seat backrest RWhile seated an occupant should not position him herself in such a way as to cause the occupant s weight to be lifted from the seat bottom as this may result in the OCS being unable to correctly approximate the occupant s weight category RRead and observe all warnings in this chapter Occupant Classification System Self test After tur...

Page 47: ...ore likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt The air bags can only protect as intended if the occupants are properly wearing their seat belts G Warning Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclin...

Page 48: ...t would increase the chance of head and neck injuries The seat belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen Adjust the seat belt so that the shoulder section is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder it should not touch the neck Never pass the shoulder portion of the seat belt under your arm...

Page 49: ... is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint 1 Seat belt housing 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle 4 Seat belt release button X With a smooth motion pull the seat belt out of seat belt housing 1 X Place the shoulder portion of the seat belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across ...

Page 50: ...hicle standstill the warning chime is reactivated and the seat belt telltale is flashing again if the vehicle speed once exceeds 15 mph 25 km h The seat belt telltale will only go out if both the driver s and the passenger s seat belt with the passenger seat occupied are fastened or the vehicle is standing still and a door is opened For more information see Practical hints Y page 233 Emergency Ten...

Page 51: ...otes see page 76 X Position steering wheel 1 properly Y page 76 Make sure RYou can reach steering wheel 1 with your arms slightly bent at the elbows RYou can move your legs freely RAll displays including malfunction and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster are clearly visible Seat belt G Observe Safety notes see page 45 X Fasten and position your seat belt 2 correctly Y page 47 Make sure RSea...

Page 52: ...ing an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child X Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion G Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle even if they are secured in a child r...

Page 53: ...e deactivated The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provinces Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured by a lap shoulder belt in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions for the child restraint that complies with U ...

Page 54: ...ssenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the passenger front air bag inflates RIf you place a child in a forward facing child restraint on the passenger seat move the seat as far back as possible use the proper child restraint recommended for the age size and weight of the child and secure child restraint with the vehicle s seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer s instr...

Page 55: ...e interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including 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 Driving safety systems Introduction This section contains information about the following driving safety systems RABS Antilock Brake System RBAS Brake Assi...

Page 56: ...slippery road surfaces the ABS will respond even to light brake pressure The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal indicating that the ABS is in the regulation mode X Keep firm and steady pressure on the br...

Page 57: ...stabilize the vehicle The ESP is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces The ESP also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers The ABS ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running The ABS ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes when the ESP is engaged G ...

Page 58: ...of your vehicle and cause an accident Please be aware of these limits when you switch on ESP SPORT Do not switch on ESP SPORT when a spare wheel is mounted To improve the vehicle s traction switch on ESP SPORT in driving situations in which it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as in sand or gravel G Warning Switch off ESP SPORT and ...

Page 59: ...trol of your vehicle and cause an accident Please be aware of these limits when you switch off the ESP Do not switch off the ESP when a spare wheel is mounted To improve the vehicle s traction switch off the ESP in driving situations in which it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as in sand or gravel G Warning Switch on the ESP immed...

Page 60: ...ne running press ESP switch 1 briefly The ABS ESP warning lamp v and the ESP OFF warning lamp in the instrument cluster go out The message ESP ON appears in the multifunction display Trunk wing G Observe Safety notes see page 53 The trunk wing enhances the vehicle s driving stability It adapts the aerodynamics of the vehicle to the driving conditions according to the speed 1 Indicator lamp 2 Trunk...

Page 61: ...pen the driver s door Deactivating X Switch on the ignition i Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer In the event that the engine cannot be started yet the vehicle s battery is charged the system is not operational Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the USA or 1 800 387 0100 in Canada Anti theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been arm...

Page 62: ...ective element X Disarming Unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO The turn signal lamps flash once and an acoustic warning sounds once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed i The vehicle will lock and the alarm system will rearm automatically again after approximately 40 seconds unless you open a door or the trunk Tow away alarm Once the tow away alarm is armed a visual an...

Page 63: ...y or auto train 1 Tow away alarm switch 2 Indicator lamp X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch X Press switch 1 Indicator lamp 2 comes on briefly X Exit and lock the vehicle The tow away alarm remains disabled until you lock the vehicle again Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm do one of the following X Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch X Press button k or j on the SmartKey Wit...

Page 64: ...62 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 62 ...

Page 65: ... 80 Wipers 86 Power windows 88 Driving and parking 90 Automatic transmission 95 Instrument cluster 103 Control system 105 Driving systems 123 Climate control system 126 Rear window defroster 134 Loading and storing 135 Useful features 138 Controls in detail 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 63 ...

Page 66: ...the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door and the trunk RUse the mechanical key to lock the vehicle RHave the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If the SmartKey is malfunctioning contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes Benz Center SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a ...

Page 67: ...til battery check lamp 4 Y page 64 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as follows X Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Press button k once X Global unlocking Press button k twice X Global locking Press button j KEYLESS GO Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS GO each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The KEYLESS GO function is integrated i...

Page 68: ...nize the SmartKey The vehicle cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS GO system RIf the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running e g if a passenger exits the vehicle with the SmartKey the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display while driving off Find the SmartKey or change its present location immediately e g place it on the passenger se...

Page 69: ...attery check lamp 4 Y page 64 flashes twice The SmartKey will then function as follows X Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Grasp the driver s outside door handle X Global unlocking Grasp the outside door handle on the passenger side X Global locking Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle Checking SmartKey batteries X Press button j or k on the SmartKey Battery check lamp 4 Y page...

Page 70: ... a door causes its window to open slightly It will fully close when the door is shut A side window will not work if it is blocked with ice or if the vehicle battery is discharged If you cannot shut a door do not force it or you could damage the door or side window Fix whatever is affecting the window before trying to shut the door Automatic central locking The doors and the trunk lock automaticall...

Page 71: ... opened from the inside Rand the SmartKey is set to selective settings only the door opened from inside is unlocked If the vehicle was previously locked centrally with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO it will not unlock using the central unlocking switch Opening the trunk G Warning Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide ...

Page 72: ...ly centrally locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS GO the trunk lid will lock automatically when closed All turn signal lamps flash three times and an acoustic signal sounds three times to confirm locking To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout the trunk lid will open automatically if a SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is recognized inside the vehicle or in the trunk The vehicle is only locked when the tu...

Page 73: ... with the mechanical key Leave only the SmartKey less its mechanical key with the vehicle Locked Neutral position X Valet locking Close the trunk X Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey Y page 241 X Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock X Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position and remove the mechanical key in that position to lock the trunk The trunk remains locked even when...

Page 74: ...rtKey cannot be turned in the starter switch the vehicle battery may not be sufficiently charged RCheck the vehicle battery and charge it if necessary RGet a jump start Always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation This will help to prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge or a completely discharged vehicle battery KEYLESS GO G Observe Safety notes see...

Page 75: ... comes on while driving refer to Lamps in instrument cluster Y page 230 i If you now press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once the power supply is again switched off Seats Safety notes G Warning In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control all seat head restraint steering wheel and rear view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts must be done before the vehicle is put into m...

Page 76: ...d and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child For additional information see section Children in the vehicle A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child...

Page 77: ...restraint height Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 1 Moving the seats forward and backward You can move the seats forward and backward to facilitate loading and unloading G Warning When moving the seats make sure no one can be caught by them Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts during a seat adjustment procedure To stop the seat from moving when potential danger ex...

Page 78: ...n reduce muscle tension during long trips by periodically using the massage function X Press button 4 The indicator lamp in the button comes on The air cushions in the lumbar region inflate and deflate rhythmically i The massage function switches off automatically after approximately 8 minutes The indicator lamp goes out Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warning Do not adjust the steerin...

Page 79: ... unlocked 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 With the easy entry exit feature activated the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you close the driver s door with the ignition switched on The steering wheel will also return to its last set position...

Page 80: ...side exterior rear view mirror The mirror surface is convex outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view Objects in mirror are closer than they appear Check your interior rear view mirror and glance over your shoulder before changing lanes 1 Driver s side exterior rear view mirror button 2 Passenger side exterior rear view mirror button 3 Adjustment button X Switch on the ignition X Press bu...

Page 81: ...re up to three different configurations per front seat Each memory position button on the driver s side can store all of the following settings RSeat position and lumbar support RSteering wheel position RExterior rear view mirrors position G Warning Do not activate the memory function while driving Activating the memory function while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle E...

Page 82: ...amps right M Off Daytime running lamp mode U Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode C Parking lamps also tail lamps license plate lamps side marker lamps and instrument panel lamps B Low beam headlamps or high beam headlamps Rear fog lamp i The exterior lamps go out automatically when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open the driver s door with the ignition switched of...

Page 83: ...m position U to B with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location Switching from U to B will briefly switch off the headlamps Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may result in an accident The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid to the driver The driver is responsible for the operation of the vehicle s lights at all times X Switching on Turn the exterior lamp switch ...

Page 84: ...l headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode The corresponding exterior lamps come on Y page 80 USA only You can only switch on the high beam headlamps in low ambient lighting conditions The high beam flasher is available at all times When the engine is running and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position C or B the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running...

Page 85: ...he combination switch in direction of arrow 1 The high beam headlamp indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster comes on X Switching off Pull the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 to its original position High beam flasher X Switching on Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 Turn signals 1 Turn signals right 2 Turn signals left X Press the combination switch in direc...

Page 86: ...ation switch set for either left or right turn only the respective left or right turn signals will operate when the ignition is switched on X Switching off Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 again i If the hazard warning flasher has been activated automatically press hazard warning flasher switch 1 once to switch off Headlamp cleaning system 1 Headlamp cleaning button X Switch on the ignition X...

Page 87: ...t automatically after approximately 5 minutes Manual control An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically Leaving an interior lamp switched on for an extended period of time with the engine turned off could result in a discharged battery X Switching on off interior lighting Press switch ð X Switching on off reading lamps Press respective switch X Courtesy lighting For better...

Page 88: ...n intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield and windshield wipers may be damaged as a result If you have set intermittent wiping dirt on the surface of the rain sensor or optical effects may cause the windshield wipers to wipe in an undesired fashion This co...

Page 89: ...roblems with wipers If anything blocks the windshield wipers leaves snow etc switch them off immediately For safety reasons stop the vehicle in a safe location and R remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS GO start stop button and open the driver s door with the driver s door open starter switch is in position 0 same as with SmartKey removed from ...

Page 90: ... side windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch If a window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing the windows by pressing and holding button j on the SmartKey or by pressing and holding the lock button on an outside door handle the automatic reversal function will not operate G Observe Safety notes see page 50 i After switching off t...

Page 91: ... and closing the rear side windows X Opening Open the door window X Press switch 1 or 2 again The corresponding rear side window will open completely X Closing Close the door window X Pull and hold switch 1 or 2 The corresponding rear side window will move upwards until you release the switch Closing with KEYLESS GO When locking the vehicle you can simultaneously close the windows X Press and hold...

Page 92: ... Starting the engine G Warning Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide CO and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death Do not run the 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 imme...

Page 93: ...ne starts automatically Starting difficulties Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the battery The engine does not start You can hear the starter There could be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system Carry out the following steps X If you are starting the engine with the SmartKey Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and repeat the starti...

Page 94: ...hich is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty i Once the vehicle is in motion the automatic central locking system engages and the locking knobs in the doors move down The automatic door lock feature can be deactivated Y page 119 Automatic transmission G Warning It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is highe...

Page 95: ...it the vehicle at a safe distance from the roadway X Notify local fire and or police authorities If the extent of the damage cannot be determined X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance If no damage on major assemblies fuel system and engine mount can be determined X Start the engine in the usual manner Parking G Warning Do not park this vehicle in areas where comb...

Page 96: ...r 3 Canada only in the instrument cluster goes out X Engaging Step firmly on parking brake pedal 2 When the engine is running the brake warning lamp USA only or 3 Canada only in the instrument cluster comes on Turning off the engine G Warning Do not turn off the engine before the vehicle has come to a complete stop With the engine not running there is no power assistance for the brake and steering...

Page 97: ... footwell clear of all obstacles If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between the pedals You could then no longer brake or accelerate This could lead to accidents and injury Allow the engine to warm up under low load use Do not place full load on the engine ...

Page 98: ...on corresponds with the current transmission position The current transmission position P R N or D appears in the right multifunction display Y page 96 There are additional indicators on the cover of the shifting gate showing the current gear selector lever position The indicators come on when you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch and go out when you remove the SmartKey from the starter ...

Page 99: ...l system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Effect í Reverse gear Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped Effect ë Neutral position No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved freely pushed or towed To avoid damage to the transmission never shift the auto...

Page 100: ...uld result in an accident and or serious personal injury Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in drive position D and driving in automatic program mode C or S you can limit or extend the gear range see One touch gearshifting Y page 99 The current gear range appears in the right multifunction display 1 Gear range indicator Effect è With this selection you can use the braking effect of the en...

Page 101: ... driving off with full throttle RTraction and driving stability are improved on icy roads RUpshifts occur earlier even when you give more gas The engine then operates at lower revolutions and the wheels are less likely to spin Selecting program mode S means that upshifts occur later One touch gearshifting With the automatic transmission in drive position D and driving in automatic program mode C o...

Page 102: ...efly pull right gearshift control 2 The automatic transmission will shift into the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the automatic transmission i If you press on the accelerator pedal when the engine has reached the revolution limit of the current gear range the automatic transmission will upshift beyond any gear range limit sel...

Page 103: ...ight multifunction display The automatic transmission switches to manual program mode M Automatic shifting is switched off The gear range is not limited X Press program mode selector switch 2 until the desired program mode is selected M1 M appears in the right multifunction display and one indicator lamp 3 in program mode selector switch 2 comes on M2 M appears in the right multifunction display a...

Page 104: ...the engine from overrevving Downshifting G Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control X Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D direction or X Briefly pull left gearshift control 1 Y page 99 The automatic tran...

Page 105: ... Instrument cluster Y page 28 G Warning No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction display is inoperative As a result you will not be able to see information about your driving conditions such as Rspeed Routside temperature Rwarning indicator lamps Rmalfunction warning messages Rfailure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired If you must cont...

Page 106: ...m other traffic Turn off the engine get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has cooled down During severe operating conditions e g stop and go traffic the coolant temperature may rise close to 248 120 Excessive coolant temperature triggers a warning in the multifunction display and the red coolant temperature warning lamp D in the instrument cluster comes on The e...

Page 107: ...rmit it to be done safely Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second The control system relays information to the multifunction display Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multifunction s...

Page 108: ...anged in a circular pattern X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly to pass through each menu one after the other X Press button k or j repeatedly to pass through each function display one after the other in the current menu In the Settings menu instead of functions you will find a number of submenus for calling up and changing settings For instructions on using these submenus see Settings menu Y page 11...

Page 109: ...ed in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those shown in the multifunction display Controls in detail 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 107 Z ...

Page 110: ...k to select the functions in the Standard display menu The following functions are available RChecking tire inflation pressure Y page 168 RCalling up digital speedometer or outside temperature Y page 108 RCalling up maintenance service indicator display Y page 193 RChecking engine oil level Y page 156 Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature If you have selected the digital speedomete...

Page 111: ...rupted to prevent the engine from overrevving Use buttons j or k to select the following functions in the AMG menu RRACETIMER Y page 109 ROverall analysis Y page 110 RLap analysis Y page 111 RACETIMER G Warning The RACETIMER feature is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted Racing on public roads is prohibited under all circumstances The driver is and must al...

Page 112: ... is called up 1 Best lap time 2 Lap number 3 RACETIMER 4 Gear indicator Resetting current lap X Press button æ while the timer is running The timer stops X Press button ç The lap time is reset to 0 Deleting all laps It is not possible to delete a single saved lap When you turn off the engine the RACETIMER will be reset to 0 after 30 seconds All laps are deleted X Press button æ while the timer is ...

Page 113: ...rently switched on the message AUDIO Off appears in the multifunction display Selecting radio station X Switch on the COMAND system and select radio Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the currently tuned station appears in the multifunction display Example illustration 1 Wave band setting and stored memory position 2 Station frequency X Se...

Page 114: ...l the Audio DVD menu appears in the multifunction display 1 Disc number 2 Current scene X Press button k or j to select a scene Navigation menu The Navigation menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Navigation menu appears in the multifunction display The message shown in the multifunction display depends on the status of the ...

Page 115: ...tton j or k The stored messages will now be displayed in the order in which they have occurred For malfunction and warning messages see Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Y page 204 i After you have scrolled through all recorded status messages the first recorded message appears again Should the vehicle s system record any conditions while driving the number of messages will reap...

Page 116: ... collection of the submenus appears in the right multifunction display There are more submenus than can be simultaneously displayed X Press button ç The selection marker moves to the next submenu X Scroll down with button ç scroll up with button æ X With the selection marker on the desired submenu use button j to access the individual functions within that submenu X Once within the submenu use but...

Page 117: ...on è or ÿ repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction display X Press button j X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr Cluster submenu X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Speedometer appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting X Press button æ or ç to set speedometer odometer unit to Kilometers or Miles ...

Page 118: ...in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting X Press button æ or ç to select the desired setting The selected display appears in the left multifunction display The other display now appears in the right multifunction display when scrolling through the Standard display menu Y page 108 Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu Use the Lighting ...

Page 119: ...ully reset to factory settings while driving Setting locator lighting With the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U the following lamps will come on during darkness when the vehicle is unlocked using button k on the SmartKey RParking lamps RTail lamps RLicense plate lamps RSide marker lamps The locator lighting goes out when the driver s door is opened If y...

Page 120: ...isplay The selection marker is on the current setting X Press button æ or ç to switch the headlamps delayed shut off feature On or Off X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U before turning off the engine The headlamps delayed shut off feature is activated You can temporarily deactivate the headlamps delayed shut off feature X Before exiting the vehicle turn the SmartKey in the starter switc...

Page 121: ...e Convenience submenu via the Settings menu Use the Convenience submenu to activate the easy entry exit feature Activating easy entry exit feature Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy entry exit feature Y page 77 G Warning You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy entry exit feature is activated To stop steering wheel moveme...

Page 122: ...ifunction display 1 Distance driven since start 2 Average speed since start 3 Time elapsed since start 4 Average fuel consumption since start All statistics stored since the last engine start will be reset approximately 4 hours after the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter switch Resetting will not occur if you turn the SmartKey back to position 1 or ...

Page 123: ...ore placing or taking a telephone call If you choose to use the telephone while driving please use the hands free device and only use the telephone when weather road and traffic conditions permit Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a mobile phone while driving a vehicle Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet ap...

Page 124: ...cending alphabetical order X Press button s The control system dials the selected phone number If the connection is successful and this feature is supported by your network provider the name of the party if stored in your phone book you are calling will appear in the multifunction display The control system stores the dialed number in the redial memory or X Press button t if you do not want to mak...

Page 125: ... a constant speed RThe use of the cruise control can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a constant speed RThe use of the cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control RDeactivate the cruise control when driving in fog The Resume function should only be oper...

Page 126: ...utomatically when you depress the brake pedal or you engage the parking brake The cruise control also switches off automatically when Rthe vehicle speed falls below 20 mph 30 km h Rthe ESP is in operation Rthe ESP is switched off with the ESP switch Rthe ESP has switched off due to a malfunction Ryou shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving An acoustic warning will so...

Page 127: ...tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 2 Resume last stored speed G Warning The set speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to the preset speed could cause an accident and or serious injury to you and others X Briefly pull the cruise control lever...

Page 128: ...Function Recommendation Notes 1 Air distribution display driver s side 2 y Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again Y page 132 Controls in detail 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 126 ...

Page 129: ...r side i Set the temperature to 72 22 Y page 130 8 9 AC cooling on off i Switches on the air conditioning The indicator lamp in button 9 comes on Y page 129 9 Residual heat ventilation i With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior Y page 134 9 Climate control on off i Switches on the climate control system The indicator lamp in button goes out Y page 128...

Page 130: ... an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The air conditioning will not engage no cooling if the A C mode Y page 129 is deactivated G Warning Follow the recommended settings for heating and cooling given on the following pages Otherwise the windows could fog up impairing visibility and endangering you and others X Keep the air intake grille in front of the windshield free of snow and debris Do not obstr...

Page 131: ...ut The cooling function switches off after a short delay Activating Moist air can fog up the windows You can dehumidify the interior air with the air conditioning X Press button 9 The indicator lamp in the button comes on The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134a This refrigerant is free of CFCs which are harmful to the ozone layer Automatic mode Air distribution and air volume can be adjust...

Page 132: ...kwise or counterclockwise Adjusting air vents G Warning When operating the climate control the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents can be very hot or very cold depending on the set temperature This may cause burns or frostbite to unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vent...

Page 133: ...ated glove box The glove box can be ventilated for instance to cool its contents when the climate control system is activated The level of airflow to the glove box depends on the airflow and air distribution settings The temperature of the air is approximately the same as that of the air flowing from the center air vents Close the glove box air vent when heating the vehicle interior Activate the a...

Page 134: ...Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield for example if it is iced up You can also defog the windshield and the side windows i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again X Activating Press button y The indicator lamp in the button comes on The climate control switches to the following functions automatically Rcooling on to deh...

Page 135: ...the air in the passenger compartment G Warning Fogged windows impair visibility endangering you and others If the windows begin to fog on the inside switching off the air recirculation mode immediately should clear interior window fogging If interior window fogging persists make sure the air conditioning is activated or press button y X Activating Press button The indicator lamp in the button come...

Page 136: ... Rear window defroster G Warning Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving Visibility could otherwise be impaired endangering you and others The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power To keep the battery drain to a minimum switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear The defroster is switched off automatically after some time...

Page 137: ... or cargo in the trunk if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests Do not place anything on shelf below the rear window Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects Keep compartment lids closed This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident Front storage compartments Glov...

Page 138: ...COMAND system operating instructions 1 Armrest 2 Release button i The Roadside Assistance button p Y page 142 and the Information button Y page 143 are located in the storage compartment X Opening Press release button 2 and lift armrest 1 in direction of arrow X Closing Lower armrest 1 until it engages Door storage compartments G Warning Keep the door storage compartments closed while vehicle is i...

Page 139: ... button 2 Storage compartment lid X Opening Press release button 1 Storage compartment lid 2 open upwards Trunk separator The maximum permissible trunk load is 110 lb 50 kg Always place luggage in front of the trunk separator as seen in direction of travel Otherwise the luggage and or the trunk lid could be damaged when closing the trunk 1 Trunk separator Controls in detail 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ur...

Page 140: ...ring braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and or serious personal injury 1 Left cup holder 2 Right cup holder X Opening Briefly press cover of cup holder 1 or 2 X ...

Page 141: ...om movement by engaging the parking brake X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N X Press sliding knob 2 to the right The ashtray insert will eject a short distance X Reinstalling ashtray insert Press ashtray insert into the frame until it snaps into place X Closing Push down cover plate 1 Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes see page 50 G Warning Never touch the heating ele...

Page 142: ...ll give you access to account information remote door unlock and more The Tele Aid system is available if Rit has been activated and is operational Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services connection and cellular air time Rvehicle battery power is available Rthe relevant cellular phone network and GPS signals are available and pass the information on to the Response Center i Loca...

Page 143: ...utton to perform the acquaintance call Failure to complete either of these steps may result in a system that is not activated If you have any questions regarding activation please call the Response Center at 1 800 756 9018 in the USA or 1 888 923 8367 in Canada An emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs or air bags deploy An em...

Page 144: ... contact after you have pressed the emergency button Carefully leave the vehicle and move to a safe location The Response Center will automatically contact local emergency officials with the vehicle s approximate location if they receive an automatic SOS signal and cannot make voice contact with the vehicle occupants Roadside Assistance button X Open the storage compartment Y page 136 1 Roadside A...

Page 145: ...n display X Terminating calls Press button t on the multifunction steering wheel or X Press the respective button for ending a telephone call on the COMAND system Information button X Open the storage compartment Y page 136 1 Information button X Press and hold Information button for longer than 2 seconds A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated The indicator lamp in the Informat...

Page 146: ... COMAND system audio is muted The mobile phone is no longer connected to the COMAND system If you must use this phone we recommend that you use it only with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location Destination Download to the COMAND system i The components and operating principles of the COMAND system can be found in the separate COMAND operating instructions Destination Download allows you ...

Page 147: ... handle was pulled for more than 20 seconds before door unlock authorization was received by the Response Center you must wait 15 minutes before pulling the trunk recessed handle again Stolen Vehicle Recovery services In the event your vehicle was stolen X Report the incident to the police The police will issue a numbered incident report X Pass this number on to the Response Center along with your...

Page 148: ... have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming proceed to step 3 or X If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time press and hold the two outer signal transmitter buttons 2 and 4 and release them when indicator lamp 1 begins to flash after approximately 20 seconds Do not hold the button for longer than 30 seconds This procedure...

Page 149: ...r the training button may also be referred to as learn or smart button If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button refer to the garage door opener Operator s Manual X Step 9 Press the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit The training light is activated You have 30 seconds to initiate the following two steps X Step 10 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for ...

Page 150: ...4 Do not release the button Indicator lamp 1 will begin to flash after 20 seconds X Without releasing the signal transmitter button proceed with programming starting with step 3 Operation of integrated remote control X Switch on the ignition X Select and press the appropriate integrated signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 to activate the remote controlled device The integrated remote control transm...

Page 151: ...evice may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired 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 subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not c...

Page 152: ...elet 2 Retainer pin X Removing Pull floormat off of retainer pins 2 X Installing Press floormat eyelets 1 onto retainer pins 2 Controls in detail 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 150 ...

Page 153: ... dif ferential 152 At the gas station 153 Engine compartment 155 Suspension 161 Tires and wheels 164 Winter driving 187 Driving instructions 187 Maintenance 192 Vehicle care 194 Operation 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 151 ...

Page 154: ...98 only when driving at moderate speeds for hill driving RSelect C as the preferred shift program Y page 99 for the first 1000 miles 1500 km After 1000 miles 1500 km you may gradually increase vehicle and engine speeds to the permissible maximum All of the above instructions as may apply to your vehicle type also apply when driving the first 1000 miles 1500 km after the engine or the rear differen...

Page 155: ... will get into the fuel lines The fuel system must be drained completely Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center to have the fuel system drained completely To prevent damage to the catalytic converters only use premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly Otherwise excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converte...

Page 156: ...el filler cap 2 counterclockwise X Take off fuel filler cap 2 X Place fuel filler cap 2 in the recess next to the filler neck X Fully insert filler nozzle unit and refuel X Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out do not top off or overfill X Closing Turn fuel filler cap 2 clockwise until it audibly engages X Close fuel filler flap 1 Check regularly and before a long trip For info...

Page 157: ... the vehicle Comply with all relevant safety precautions G Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30 seconds or may even restart after the engine has been turned off Stay clear of fan blades G Warning The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because...

Page 158: ... or the vehicle is driven frequently at higher engine speeds Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the vehicle break in period Do not use any special lubricant additives as these may damage the drive assemblies Using special additives not approved by Mercedes Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty For further information contact an authorized Merc...

Page 159: ... engine is at operating temperature wait 5 minutes before repeating check procedure X If the engine is not at operating temperature yet you must wait 30 minutes before checking oil If you see the message Engine Oil Level Not With Engine Running X Turn off the engine X If the engine is at operating temperature wait 5 minutes before checking oil X If the engine is not at operating temperature yet yo...

Page 160: ...must be siphoned or drained off It could cause damage to the engine and emission control system not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty X Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck For more information on engine oil see the Technical data section Y page 278 and Y page 279 Transmission fluid level The transmission fluid level does not need to be checked If you notice transmission fluid loss o...

Page 161: ...pproximately 1 2 turn to relieve excess pressure If opened immediately scalding hot fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure RDo not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts 1 Coolant expansion tank X Using a rag turn the cap slowly approximately 1 2 turn counterclockwise to release any excess pre...

Page 162: ...the trunk below the trunk floor 1 Cap for washer fluid reservoir Fluid for the washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the washer fluid reservoir During all seasons add MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit to water Premix the washer fluid in a suitable container X Opening washer fluid reservoir Open the trunk Y page 69 X Remove the trunk separator Y page 137 X Lift...

Page 163: ...teps and carefully check the vehicle s modified handling characteristics and reactions Starting at low vehicle speeds gradually become acquainted with the changed handling characteristics of the vehicle To adjust the suspension characteristics curves drive a special adjustment course on a closed off stretch of road G Warning It is imperative for your safety and the safety of others that you observ...

Page 164: ...ssion stage Rotate the compression stage clockwise by between one half and three quarters of a turn Adjusting the front axle compression stage Front axle damper 1 Adjustment wrench 2 Adjustment pin 3 Cover X Remove cover 3 from the damper strut X Turn adjustment pin 2 using adjustment wrench 1 X Reinstall cover 3 Adjusting the front axle rebound stage Damper tower 1 Top of the piston rod 2 2 mm he...

Page 165: ... cause you to lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident You could injure yourself or other persons seriously or even fatally For this reason always have the wheel alignment measured anew at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or a qualified specialist workshop If you change the vehicle level by more than 0 20 in 5 mm this will cause caster and camber values to change and thus the wheel alig...

Page 166: ...g 2 X Tighten thread locking pin 1 again The maximum tightening torque of the thread locking pin is 1 lb ft 1 Nm Do not exceed this tightening torque Otherwise the adjusting ring could be damaged Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation They can also offer advice concerning tire...

Page 167: ...nted or bent rims can cause tire inflation pressure loss and damage to the tire beads RIf vehicle is heavily loaded check tire inflation pressure and correct as required RDo not allow your tires to wear down too far Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than 1 8 in 3 mm RWhen replacing individual tires you should mount new tires on the front wheels first on v...

Page 168: ...addition to the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar also consult the tire inflation pressure label if available on the inside of the filler flap for any additional information pertaining to special driving situations For more information see Important notes on tire inflation pressure Y page 167 i Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are for illu...

Page 169: ...th the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure i Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the value for speeds above 100 mph 160 km h as specified on the tire inflation pressure label located on the inside of the fuel filler flap Make sure to readjust the ...

Page 170: ...es by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure Check the tire inflation pressure at least every other week Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure when the tir...

Page 171: ...avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers G Warning Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked every other week when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar or if available the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap If your vehicle has tires o...

Page 172: ... corrected i Operating radio transmission equipment e g wireless headsets two way radios in or near the vehicle could cause the TPMS to malfunction i USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may ...

Page 173: ... four tires is correct X Switch on the ignition X Press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display appears in the multifunction display Y page 108 X Press button j or k on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the following message appears in the multifunction display Tire Pressure Monitor Active Menu R Button X Press the reset button Y page...

Page 174: ...r B pillar It tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The certification label also tells you about the front and rear axle weight capacity called the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The GAWR is the total allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or ...

Page 175: ... of occupants that can be in the vehicle The Tire and Loading Information placard showing seating capacity 1 is located on the driver s door B pillar Y page 172 i Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are for illustration purposes only Seating capacity data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the following illustration Refer to Tire and Loading Informa...

Page 176: ...using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information placard Y page 173 Example Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from 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 from Tire and Loading Informa...

Page 177: ... overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure 1 Maximum tire load rating i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to eac...

Page 178: ...uld be replaced after 6 years regardless of the remaining tread The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited to RDriving style RTire inflation pressure RDistance driven Tread depth G Warning 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 6 mm w...

Page 179: ...sidewall 1 Treadwear 2 Traction 3 Temperature resistance i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear Traction Temperature 200 AA A All passenger car tires must conform to fe...

Page 180: ...dling characteristics On packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance compared to summer tires Stopping distance however is still considerably greater than when the road is not covered with snow or ice Exercise appropriate caution Avoid spinning of a drive wheel This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Temperature G Warning Th...

Page 181: ...tion tires can be rotated according to the tire manufacturer s recommended intervals in the tire manufacturer s warranty pamphlet located in your vehicle literature portfolio If none is available tires should be rotated every 3000 to 6000 miles 5000 to 10000 km or sooner if necessary according to the degree of tire wear The same rotation spinning direction must be maintained Rotate tires before th...

Page 182: ...re size designation No letter preceding the size designation as illustrated above Passenger car tire based on European design standards Letter P preceding the size designation Passenger car tire based on U S design standards Letter LT preceding the size designation Light Truck tire based on U S design standards Letter T preceding the size designation Temporary spare tires which are high pressure c...

Page 183: ...kg the tire is designed to support See also Maximum tire load Y page 175 where the maximum load associated with the load index is indicated in kilograms and lbs For additional information on tire load rating see Load identification Y page 182 Tire speed rating G Warning Even when permitted by law never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires Exceeding the max...

Page 184: ...r the actual maximum permissible speed of the tire All season and winter tires Index Speed rating Q M S4 up to 100 mph 160 km h T M S4 up to 118 mph 190 km h H M S4 up to 130 mph 210 km h V M S4 up to 149 mph 240 km h Winter operation is not recommended Damage may be caused to carbon fiber bodywork i Not all M S rated tires provide special winter performance Make sure the tires you use show M S an...

Page 185: ...s by tire manufactures to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily identify such tires The TIN is comprised of Manufacturer s identification mark Tire size Tire type code and Date of manufacture 1 DOT 2 Manufacturer s identification mark 3 Tire size 4 Tire type code at the option of the tire manufacturer 5 Date of manu...

Page 186: ...ype of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread Tire and loading terminology Accessory weight The combined weight in excess of those standard items which may be replaced of automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats radio and heater to the extent that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not Air pressure...

Page 187: ...e certification label located on the driver s door B pillar GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating This is the maximum permissible vehicle weight of the fully loaded vehicle weight of the vehicle including all options passengers fuel and cargo and if applicable trailer tongue load It is indicated on certification label located on the driver s door B pillar Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure...

Page 188: ...to easily identify such tires The TIN is comprised of Manufacturer s identification mark Tire size Tire type code and Date of manufacture Tire load rating Numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support Tire ply composition and material used This indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall Tire manufacturers also m...

Page 189: ...riving instructions Drive sensibly save fuel To save fuel you should RKeep tires at the recommended inflation pressures RRemove unnecessary loads RAllow engine to warm up under low load use RAvoid frequent acceleration and deceleration RHave all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance system Contact an authorized Mercedes ...

Page 190: ...nt as a result Do not turn off the engine while the vehicle is in motion Brakes Downhill grades When driving down long and steep grades relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into a lower gear to use the engine s braking power This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces wear When using the engine s braking power a drive wheel may not spin for an extended period of time e g on slip...

Page 191: ...system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir Have the brake system inspected immediately 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 Center Only install brake pads and use brake fluid recommended by Mercedes Benz G Warning If other than recommended...

Page 192: ...rate the vehicle Thus a driving style calling for high demand braking will cause your vehicle s brakes to wear more quickly Driving off Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached When driving off on a slippery surface do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP switched off Doing so may cause serious ...

Page 193: ... of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second Telephones and two way radios G Warning Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built in or attached antenna such as a portable telephone or a citizens band unit from inside the vehicle while the engine is running Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle s electronic system possibly resulting in an accident and or serious personal inj...

Page 194: ...alled for by the maintenance service indicator i Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet and maintenance service indicator at the designated times mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator message will notify you when the next maintenance s...

Page 195: ...tor following a completed maintenance service Calling up the maintenance service indicator display i The menu overview can be found on Y page 107 You can call up the maintenance service indicator display at any time to check when the next maintenance service is due X Switch on the ignition X Press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the standard display Y page 108 ap...

Page 196: ...nance service indicator will result in engine damage and or other vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper care will help to maintain the value of your vehicle G Warning Many cleaning products can be hazardous Some are poisonous others are flammable Always follow the instructions on the particular contai...

Page 197: ...ompatibility between materials used in the production process and others applied later We have selected vehicle care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology You can obtain Mercedes Benz approved vehicle care products at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Scratches corrosive deposits corrosion or damage due to ...

Page 198: ...ys should be protected from any wax Vehicle washing In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing the vehicle underbody do not forget to clean the inner sides of the wheels i If a door handle is hit by a strong jet of water and a SmartKey is within approximately 3 ft 1 m of the vehicle it could be inadvertently locked or unlocked Hand wash X Do not use ho...

Page 199: ...hicle wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water Only use window cleaning solutions that are suitable for plastic lamp lenses Window cleaning solutions which are not suitable may damage the plastic lamp lenses of the headlamps Therefore do not use abrasives solvents or cleaners that contain solvents Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades The windshield wipers...

Page 200: ...fore the vehicle s brake system should always be warmed up before it is parked after cleaning Drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry When applying Mercedes Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care products take care not to spray them on the brake disks Plastic and rubber parts X Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabric...

Page 201: ...ral aging process Leather upholstery may also react to certain ambient influences such as high humidity or high temperature by showing wrinkles for example X Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care To avoid damage to leather upholstery RWipe with light pressure only RDo not clean with abrasive cleaning agents such as scouring m...

Page 202: ...d Otherwise the trunk wing could be damaged Only extend the trunk wing in order to clean it by hand Retract it again after cleaning 1 Indicator lamp 2 Trunk wing switch X Close the trunk lid X Switch on the ignition X To extend Press trunk wing switch 2 The trunk wing extends Indicator lamp 1 comes on X To retract Press and hold trunk wing switch 2 until the trunk wing has retracted completely Ind...

Page 203: ... Unlocking locking manually 241 Replacing SmartKey batteries 244 Replacing bulbs 245 Replacing wiper blades 249 Flat tire 251 Wheel change 255 Battery 259 Jump starting 262 Towing the vehicle 263 Fuses 266 Practical hints 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 201 ...

Page 204: ...olt Fuse chart Hex key Tools for adjustment the threaded suspension X Removing Open the trunk Y page 69 X Remove the trunk separator Y page 137 X Lift the trunk floor 1 Wheel wrench 2 First aid kit 3 Collapsible wheel chock 4 Tool bag 5 TIREFIT kit 6 Jack 7 TIREFIT kit 8 Reversible ratchet Collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to secure the vehicle e g while changing a wheel X...

Page 205: ... the jack observe the safety notes in the Removing the wheel section and the notes on the jack X Take the jack from the vehicle tool kit Y page 202 Storage position X Take the reversible ratchet from the vehicle tool kit Operational position 1 Jack 2 Reversible ratchet X Attach reversible ratchet 2 to jack 1 in such a way that the word UP can be seen Before placing the jack back into the vehicle t...

Page 206: ...he message disappear Clearing a message will not correct the condition that caused the message to appear G Warning All categories of messages contain important information which should be taken note of and where a malfunction is indicated addressed as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Failure to repair the condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limit...

Page 207: ... increases the risk of an accident ABS ABS ESP Unavailable See Oper Manual The self diagnosis may not be completed yet The display will clear after driving a short distance at a vehicle speed of above 12 mph 20 km h ABS ABS ESP Unavailable See Oper Manual The ABS and ESP are not available due to a malfunction The BAS is also deactivated X Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during ...

Page 208: ...available due to insufficient power supply X Synchronize the ESP With the vehicle stationary turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right When synchronizing the ESP make sure you can turn the steering wheel in both directions as far as it will go without the wheels hitting any objects e g a road curb If the message in the multifunction display does not disappear X Continue ...

Page 209: ... Open the passenger door X Remove child and child restraint from passenger seat X Make sure no objects which apply supplemental weight to the seat are present The system may recognize such supplemental weight and sense that an occupant on the passenger seat is of a greater weight than actually present X Keep the seat unoccupied close the passenger door and switch on the ignition Monitor the 5 indi...

Page 210: ...ears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you can occupy the passenger seat again Depending on the passenger classification sensed by the OCS the 5 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out If above conditions are not met the system is not working properly Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning If the 5 indicator lamp ...

Page 211: ...the seat unoccupied close the passenger door and switch on the ignition Monitor the 5 indicator lamp Y page 44 and the multifunction display in the instrument cluster Y page 28 for the following With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on Rthe 5 indicator lamp should illuminate and remain illuminated indicating that the OCS Y page 41 has deactivated the front passenger front air bag Rthe...

Page 212: ... 5 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out If above conditions are not met the system is not working properly Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning If the 5 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps do not have any passenger use the passenger seat un...

Page 213: ...f the situation allows and set the speed X Check the activation conditions for cruise control Y page 123 Vehicle Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution P Gear Selector Lever To P You have attempted to start the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button while the automatic transmission was not in park position P X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P You h...

Page 214: ...There are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted e g winter tires X Have the TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Have the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Tire Pressure Monitor Currently Unavailable The TPMS is unable to monitor the tire inflation pressure due to a nearby radio interference source or insufficient power supply As s...

Page 215: ... fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly increase stopping distance and result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Practical hints 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37...

Page 216: ...as soon as it is safe to do so X Do not drive any further X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brak...

Page 217: ...Release Parking Brake You are driving with the parking brake engaged X Release the parking brake Safety systems Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution L Tele Aid Inoperative One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning X Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 1 Restraint System Malfunction Service Required There is a ma...

Page 218: ... Y page 70 O You are driving with the hood open X Close the hood Y page 156 You are driving with the hood and the trunk open X Close the hood and the trunk 2 You are driving with at least one door open X Close all doors 2 Check Doors You are pressing the lock button on the door handle and at least one door is open X Close all doors I Key Detected In Vehicle A SmartKey with KEYLESS GO left in the v...

Page 219: ...O is not detected while the engine is running because there is strong radio frequency interference X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch I Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is momentarily not detected X Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle X Operate the vehicle with the Sm...

Page 220: ...n system RThe exhaust system RThe fuel system X Have the engine checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Service Required Certain electronic systems are unable to relay information to the control system The coolant temperature display or the tachometer may have failed X Have the electronic systems checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center B Top Up Coolant See Oper Manu...

Page 221: ...n Ì Coolant Stop car switch engine off The coolant is too hot X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so X Turn off the engine immediately X Engage the parking brake X Only start the engine again after the message disappears You could otherwise damage the engine X Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster X If the temperature rises again Contact an authoriz...

Page 222: ... the vehicle in a safe location away from other traffic Turn off the engine get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has cooled down The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248 120 Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Practical hints 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 200...

Page 223: ... the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X If it is intact Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty X Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster X D...

Page 224: ...he electronic system X Stop immediately in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so and check the poly V belt X 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 to the engine Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X If it is intact Drive to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately Adj...

Page 225: ... drive to the nearest service station to refill your engine oil to the required level For information on approved engine oils contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or visit www mbusa com USA only Engine oil level warnings should not be ignored Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Display mess...

Page 226: ...ngine oil level Y page 156 The fuel level is low X Refuel at the next gas station 4 Reserve Fuel The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark X Refuel at the next gas station 4 Fuel Cap Open A loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky X Check the fuel cap Y page 153 X If it is not closed properly Close the fue...

Page 227: ...s soon as possible 3rd Brake Lamp The high mounted brake lamp is malfunctioning This message will only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Marker Lamp Front Left or Marker Lamp Front Right The front left side or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Marker Lamp R...

Page 228: ... Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 245 License Plate Lamp Left or License Plate Lamp Right The left or right license plate lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 245 AUTO Light Inoperative The light sensor is malfunctioning The headlamps come on automatically X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible To switch off the headlamps X In th...

Page 229: ...KEYLESS GO from the vehicle and left the headlamps on X Turn the exterior lamp switch to M or U Y page 80 or X With the rear fog lamp switched on Push in the exterior lamp switch to its stop Tail Lamp Left Auxiliary Bulb On or Tail Lamp Right Auxiliary Bulb On The left or right tail lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possi...

Page 230: ...ill only appear if all LEDs have stopped working X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Tires Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution H Please correct the tire pressure The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires or The tire pressure of the individual tires differ from each other significantly X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as requ...

Page 231: ...ay lose control of the vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a fire G Warning Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adver...

Page 232: ...checked and replaced if necessary When you switch on the ignition all lamps except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated in the instrument cluster come on If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on have it checked and replaced if necessary Practical hints 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T...

Page 233: ...appear in the multifunction display Y page 204 X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running The ABS has switched off due to insufficient power supply The battery might not be charged sufficiently When the voltage is above t...

Page 234: ...nz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catc...

Page 235: ... seconds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt X Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat belt telltale comes on while the vehicle is standing still and the engine is running or during driving You and or your passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts X Fasten your seat belts The seat belt telltale goes out There are items placed o...

Page 236: ...t belt telltale will only go out if both the driver and passenger s seat belt are fastened or the vehicle is standing still and a door is opened Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions 1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving There is a malfunction in the restraint systems The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in a...

Page 237: ...es that the vehicle starts to skid or that a wheel is spinning X Switch the ESP back on Exceptions Y page 57 X If leaving the ESP switched off adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather conditions X If the ESP cannot be switched back on Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible v The yellow ABS ESP warning lamp and the yellow ESP OFF war...

Page 238: ...prevailing road and weather conditions X Do not deactivate the ESP Exceptions Y page 56 and Y page 57 Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident Vehicle Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions 4 The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp comes on when the engine is running The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark X Refuel at the next gas station 4 Th...

Page 239: ...sible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on Check local requirements The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running A loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky X Check...

Page 240: ...coustic warning sounds The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 120 X Stop in a safe location as soon as possible and allow the engine and coolant to cool down G Warning Driving when 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 which can occur jus...

Page 241: ...ing the spare if provided should be checked every other week when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar or if available the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Tire and Lo...

Page 242: ...e tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly Lamp in center console Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions 5 The passenger front air bag...

Page 243: ...ystem has been repaired X Read and observe messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps Y page 204 G Warning If the 5 indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint or less on the passenger seat do not transport a child on the passenger seat until the system has been repaired Unlocking locking man...

Page 244: ...hanical key X Insert mechanical key 3 into the trunk lid lock X Turn mechanical key 3 counterclockwise to position X Pull handle 1 and lift the trunk lid Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance X Turn mechanical key 3 back and remove it from the trunk lid lock Unlocking the glove box Lockable storage areas in the passenger compartment include Rthe glove box Rthe storage compartment...

Page 245: ...ed down X If necessary push it down manually X Exit the vehicle and close the driver s door X Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey Y page 241 X Check whether the trunk is locked X If it is not locked lock it with the mechanical key Y page 71 Except for the driver s door the vehicle should now be locked Locking 2 Mechanical key X Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it s...

Page 246: ... is the preferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling When inserting the batteries make sure they are clean and free of lint When replacing batteries always replace both batteries i The required replacement batteries are available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center Replacement batteries Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent X Remove th...

Page 247: ... bulb Keep bulbs out of reach of children Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you Rtouch or move it when hot Rdrop the bulb Rscratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components We recommend that you have such work done by a qualified technician i Since replacing bulbs ...

Page 248: ...b Turn signal lamp PY 21 W Notes on bulb replacement ROnly use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating RSwitch the lights off before changing a bulb to prevent short circuits RAlways use a clean lint free cloth when handling bulbs RYour hands should be dry and free of oil and grease RIf the newly installed bulb does not come on contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i...

Page 249: ... the lamp and its components It is recommended to have such work done by a qualified technician Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp do the following X Switch off the ignition X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M X Open the hood Y page 155 1 Housing cover for high beam headlamp parking and standing lamp 2 Bulb socket for parking and standing lamp bulb 3 Bulb socket for high...

Page 250: ...ages Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp do the following X Switch off the ignition X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M X Open the trunk Y page 69 Tail lamp unit Removing cover 1 Cover driver s side 2 Cover passenger side X Remove cover 1 or 2 Replacing bulbs Example illustration Bulb socket driver s side 1 Rear fog lamp driver s side only 2 ...

Page 251: ... blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwise the windshield will not be properly wiped As a result you may not be able to observe surrounding traffic conditions and could cause an accident To avoid damage to the hood the wiper arms should only be folded forward when in the vertical position Never open the hood when a wiper arm is folded forward Hold on to the wiper when folding...

Page 252: ...er switch X Turn combination switch to wiper setting 0 Removing wiper blades Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts They could tear X Fold the wiper arm forward until it snaps into place X Turn the wiper blade at a right angle to wiper arm X Slide the wiper blade sideways out of the retainer Installing wiper blades X Slide the wiper blade onto wiper arm in opposite direction of arrow X Rotate the ...

Page 253: ...particularly those in the tread can be sealed with TIREFIT TIREFIT can be used in ambient temperatures down to 4 20 G Warning TIREFIT is a limited repair device TIREFIT cannot be used for cuts or punctures larger than approximately 0 16 in 4 mm and tire damage caused by driving with extremely low tire inflation pressure or on a flat tire or a damaged wheel Do not drive the vehicle under such circu...

Page 254: ...ossible G Warning Observe safety instructions on air pump label Your vehicle may be equipped with either of two versions of the electric air pump RVersion 1 The air hose with pressure gauge and the electrical plug are located behind a flap RVersion 2 The pressure gauge is located in the pump housing The air hose and electrical plug are located at the bottom of the pump housing The following descri...

Page 255: ...aling is pumped into the tire The pressure may briefly rise to up to 73 psi 5 bar This is normal and not an indication of a malfunction Do not switch off the electric air pump X Let the electric air pump inflate the tire for approximately 5 minutes The pressure gauge must display at least 26 psi 1 8 bar G Warning The air hose can become hot during inflation Please exercise appropriate caution Do n...

Page 256: ... plastic bag the TIREFIT kit was packed in X Drive off immediately G Warning Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h A TIREFIT repair is not designed to operate at higher speeds The sticker must be attached on the instrument cluster where it will be easily seen by the driver Vehicle handling characteristics of a TIREFIT repaired tire may change Adapt your driving accordingly X After drivin...

Page 257: ...er s door this puts the starter switch in position 0 same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch The driver s door can then be closed again Open doors only when conditions are safe to do so Removing the wheel G Warning When jacking up the vehicle only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up th...

Page 258: ...ther sizeable objects One wheel chock is included with the vehicle tool kit Y page 202 For information on setting up the collapsible wheel chock see Y page 202 When changing wheel on a level surface X Place the wheel chock in front of and another wheel chock or other sizeable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed Always try lifting the vehicle using the jac...

Page 259: ...and seriously or fatally injure you or others Do not position the jack on the body of the vehicle as this may cause damage to the vehicle 3 Take up bracket 4 Jack 5 Ratchet X Attach reversible ratchet 5 to jack 4 in such a way that the word UP can be seen X Place jack 4 on firm ground X Position jack 4 under take up bracket 3 so that it is always vertical as seen from the side even if the vehicle ...

Page 260: ...lt X Guide the wheel onto the alignment bolt and push it on X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten them slightly X Unscrew the alignment bolt X Install last wheel bolt and tighten it slightly X Attach ratchet to vehicle jack so that the word DOWN can be seen Lower the vehicle until the vehicle is resting fully on its own weight X Turn ratchet in direction DOWN X Remove the jack 1 5 Wheel bolts X Tig...

Page 261: ...steps you need to observe G Warning Observe all safety instructions and precautions when handling automotive batteries Risk of explosion Fire open flames and smoking are prohibited when handling batteries Avoid creating sparks Battery acid is caustic Do not allow it to come into contact with skin eyes or clothing Wear suitable protective clothing especially gloves apron and faceguard Wear eye prot...

Page 262: ...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 battery as otherwise the battery will be damaged VRLA batteries do not require topping up of the electrolyte level They cannot be opened to check the electrolyte level However the battery condition must be checked periodically by performing a ...

Page 263: ...ge unit approved by Mercedes Benz is being used Gases may escape during charging and cause explosions that may result in paint damage corrosion or personal injury An accessory battery charge unit specially adapted for Mercedes Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes Benz is available It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Cent...

Page 264: ...the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal part while the other end is still attached to a battery If the starter battery is discharged the engine can be started with jumper cables and the fully charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack Observe the following RJump starting should only be performed when th...

Page 265: ...minals 4 and 5 and then from positive terminals 2 and 3 You can now switch on the headlamps X Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Towing the vehicle Safety notes Mercedes Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift dolly equipment This method is preferable to other types of towing To prev...

Page 266: ...olt Depending on whether you are towing a vehicle or you are being towed the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on each bumper The towing eye bolt is supplied with the vehicle tool kit located in the compartment underneath the trunk floor Y page 202 X Take the vehicle tool kit out of the trunk Removing cover in front bumper 1 Cover X Pry cover 1 with...

Page 267: ...4 and snap it into place X Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit Towing with front axle raised When towing the vehicle with the front axle raised the wheels on the ground have to move freely X Make sure the ignition is switched on X With the vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral positi...

Page 268: ... distances up to 30 miles 50 km and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h i To signal turns while being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use you can activate the combination switch for the left or right turn signal in the usual manner only the selected turn signal will operate Upon canceling the turn signal the hazard warning flasher will operate again Fuses Introduction The electrical f...

Page 269: ...nger compartment The fuse box is located under the rear passenger side storage compartment 1 Clips 2 Storage compartment floor X Open the passenger door X Opening Open the rear passenger side storage compartment Y page 137 X Lift both clips 1 X Remove storage compartment floor 2 in direction of arrow X Closing Follow the procedure in reverse order The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as ...

Page 270: ...e to position 2 The fuse box cover must be properly positioned with the slide at the j symbol to prevent moisture and or dirt from entering the fuse box and possibly impairing fuse operation X Close the hood after checking or replacing fuses Emergency engine shut down If the engine cannot be turned off as described Y page 94 you may use the following emergency procedure X Take the fuse chart from ...

Page 271: ...70 Identification labels 271 Engine 272 Rims and tires 274 Electrical system 276 Main dimensions 277 Weights 278 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 278 Technical data 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 269 ...

Page 272: ...Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet Your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed in the vehicle in accordance with the terms of the following warranties RNew Car Limited Warranty REmission System Warranty REmission Performance Warranty RCalifornia...

Page 273: ...e certification label 2 VIN 3 Paintwork code i Data shown on certification label are for illustration purposes only These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle Passenger side rear storage compartment 4 Compartment lid 5 Compartment trim 6 VIN X Open compartment lid 4 Y page...

Page 274: ...ust emission standards i When ordering parts please specify vehicle identification and engine number Engine Model SL 65 AMG Black Series 230 479 Engine type 275 Mode of operation 4 stroke engine gasoline injection No of cylinders 12 Bore 3 25 in 82 60 mm Stroke 3 66 in 93 00 mm Technical data 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 272 ...

Page 275: ...93 kW 5400 rpm 7 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 738 lb ft 2200 rpm 4200 rpm 1000 Nm 2200 rpm 4200 rpm Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm Firing order 1 12 5 8 3 10 6 7 2 11 4 9 Poly V belt 2335 mm 7 Premium fuel required Performance may vary with fuel octane rating Technical data 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 273 Z ...

Page 276: ...ns and different tire deformation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver s door B pillar Some vehicles may have supple...

Page 277: ...11 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 1 42 in 36 mm 2 24 in 57 mm Summer tires8 265 35 ZR19 98Y XL Extra Load 325 30 ZR20 102Y XL Extra Load 9 8 Radial ply tires 9 Must not be used with snow chains Technical data 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 275 Z ...

Page 278: ...V 220 A Starter motor 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs Type NGK IFR 6Q G Electrode gap 0 028 in 0 7 mm Tightening torque 18 lb ft 22 lb ft 25 Nm 30 Nm Technical data 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 276 ...

Page 279: ...terior rear view mirrors folded out 82 2 in 2089 mm Overall vehicle height 51 7 in 1313 mm Wheelbase 100 8 in 2560 mm Track front 66 3 in 1684 mm Track rear 65 3 in 1658 mm Turning circle 44 5 ft 11 05 m Technical data 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 277 Z ...

Page 280: ...health reasons you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing If a service fluid is swallowed contact a physician immediately Capacity Fuels coolants lubricants etc Engine with oil filter 9 0 US qt 8 5 l Approved engine oils Automatic transmission 6 9 US qt 6 5 l MB Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear axle 1 9 US qt 1 8 l Castrol SAF XJ SAE 75W 140 Power...

Page 281: ...ters of a specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Please follow Maintenance System recommendations for scheduled oil changes Failure to do so will r...

Page 282: ...g the system s efficiency Therefore the brake fluid must be replaced regularly Refer to your vehicle s Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes Benz is recommended Any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will provide you with additional information Premium unleaded gasoline G Warning Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It burns violently and can cause s...

Page 283: ...r pressure etc Gasoline additives A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline Mercedes Benz recommends only the use of quality gasoline containing additives that prevent the build up of carbon deposits After an extended period of using fuels without such additives carbon deposits can build up especially on the intake valves and in the combustion area leading to...

Page 284: ...east 50 anticorrosion antifreeze equivalent to freeze protection to approximately 35 37 If you use a solution that is more than 55 anticorrosion antifreeze freeze protection to approximately 49 45 the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution Therefore do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion antifreeze If the coolant level is low water and...

Page 285: ...rned X Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit X Mix with water for temperatures above freezing point X Mix with commercially available premixed washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water 1 34 fl oz 40 ml MB SummerFit to 1 gal 4 0 l water For temperatures below free...

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Page 287: ...ersonal injury be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment which may in turn result in personal injury If you have any questions about carrying out any type of service turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes Benz Center We reserve the right to...

Page 288: ...Order no 6515 3085 13 Part no 230 584 84 83 Edition A 2009 É2305848483 ËÍ 2305848483 230_AKB 1 42 en US d2ureepe Version 2 11 7 1 2008 11 27T15 37 19 01 00 Seite 286 ...

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