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Panic Button

To  activate,  press and  hold  but
ton  (1) for at  least one  second.  The
alarm  will  last fo r approxim ately
3  m inutes  in  form   o f blinking
exterior lamps,  and  an  alarm   will
sound.

To deactivate, press button (1)

again, or turn key in steering lock

to position 2.

P80.30-2010-20

Summary of Contents for SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR 1999

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Page 2: ...ting conditions To save fuel you should keep tires at the recommended inflation pressures remove unnecessary loads remove roof rack when not in use allow engine to warm up under low load use avoid fre...

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Page 4: ...al or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety performance or reliability of your vehicle Please do not use them Mercedes Benz original parts as...

Page 5: ...ny skilled engineers and craftsmen To ensure your pleasure of ownership and for your safety and that of your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of your time Please read this manual caref...

Page 6: ...Warranty Enforcement Laws Lemon Laws 4 Important Notice for California Retail Buyers of Mercedes Benz Automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund...

Page 7: ...vailable to the next owner If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Owner s Service and Warranty Information booklet or call the Mercedes Benz...

Page 8: ...s manual including operating instructions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle If...

Page 9: ...Instruments and Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Operation Driving Practical Hints Technical Data Fuels Coolants Lubricants etc Consumer Information Index Literature...

Page 10: ...ommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear We recommend that you select positions 3 2 or 1 only at moderate speeds for hill driving After 1000 miles 1500 km speeds may be gradu...

Page 11: ...d Controls Starting the Engine Driving Instructions Instruments and Controls 10 Instrument Cluster 12 Indicator Lamp Symbols 13 Catalytic Converter 15 Starting and Turning Off the Engine 16 Driving In...

Page 12: ...Climate control Rear window defroster switch 16 Glove box illuminated with key in steering lock position 1 or 2 10 17 Side defroster outlet adjustable 18 Side air outlet adjustable 19 Air volume cont...

Page 13: ...P68 10 2024 25 11 Instruments and C ontrols...

Page 14: ...tton for intensity of instrument lamps for trip odometer and for FSS indicator See Index 5 Left turn signal indicator lamp green 6 ASR warning lamp yellow See Index 7 Right turn signal indicator lamp...

Page 15: ...engaged See Index CHECK ENGINE Battery not being charged properly See Index Exterior lamp failure See Index BAS malfunction See Index ASR malfunction See Index ABS malfunction See Index Fasten seat b...

Page 16: ...Display S k R r b E r r o r FSS Indicator distance See Index FSS Indicator days See Index Start Lock Out malfunction See Index 14 Additional Function Indicator Lamp on the Center Console Passenger air...

Page 17: ...vent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be re paired promptly Otherwise ex cessive unburned...

Page 18: ...er Vehicles with manual transmission Do not depress accelerator Fully depress clutch pedal otherwise the engine cannot be started due to the integrated safety interlock Turn key in steering lock clock...

Page 19: ...esting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby signifi cantly reducing their effective ness It may n...

Page 20: ...o not allow your tires to wear down too far As tread depth approaches 1 16 in 1 5 mm the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface condi tion...

Page 21: ...limits should be obeyed Use pru dent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions Warning Even when permitted by law never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maxi mum speed rating of...

Page 22: ...fter driving is resumed while observing the safety rules in the previous paragraph Warning If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow make sure that snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from around th...

Page 23: ...stem 42 Storage Compartments Start Lock Out 27 Self Test 43 Cup Holder Remote Control 27 Emergency Tensioning Power Windows Central Locking System 30 Retractor ETR 43 Instrument Lamps Doors 30 Airbags...

Page 24: ...e control for side air outlet and side window defroster outlet turn wheel up to open 3 Center air outlets adjustable 4 Side air outlet adjustable 5 Side defroster outlet adjustable 6 Windshield air ou...

Page 25: ...ir Conditioner Select temperature for each side of the passenger compartment Select air volume with control K M switch at least to position 1 to start the air conditioner Set air distribution control...

Page 26: ...To switch the climate control off set air volume control switch to position 0 The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off While driving use this setting only temporarily otherwise the wind sh...

Page 27: ...ect temperature for each side of the passenger compart ment Set air distribution control switch to the desired position To select Turn key in steering lock to posi tion 1 or 0 or remove Press E S I bu...

Page 28: ...flat key fits all locks on the car Notes Do not give the master key to an unauthorized person We recommend that you carry the flat key with you and keep it in a safe place e g your wallet so that it i...

Page 29: ...Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes 1 Transmit button t f f j Locking EHllnlocking 2 PANIC button 3 Key release button 4 Transmitter eye and lamp for battery check I...

Page 30: ...or unlocked by pressing the transmit button then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the trans mitter see Remote control battery replacement in Index if ok battery check lamp 3 will light b...

Page 31: ...ton 1 for at least one second The alarm will last for approximately 3 minutes in form of blinking exterior lamps and an alarm will sound To deactivate press button 1 again or turn key in steering loc...

Page 32: ...hould move down If any one stays up the respective door is not properly closed You should then unlock the vehicle open and reclose this door and lock the vehicle again Each individual door can be lock...

Page 33: ...ng switch while in the global remote control mode the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside The storage compartment in the armrest as well as the fuel filler flap cannot b...

Page 34: ...portant When towing the vehicle or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand please note the following With the automatic central locking activated and the key in steering lock position 2 the vehic...

Page 35: ...ess to the trunk lock it sepa rately Leave only the valet key with the vehicle To prevent access to trunk by using the valet key the luggage cover must be open Notes In case of a malfunction in the ce...

Page 36: ...the trunk with any of your vehicle s keys or remote control Operation Once the alarm system has been armed the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone opens a door opens...

Page 37: ...und for 30 seconds The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered To prevent triggering the alarm switch off the tow away protection before towing the vehicle or when parking on a s...

Page 38: ...ower seat Release lever and check for proper engagement before driving Note Seat also moves forward when raising and rearward when lowering Fore aft Adjustment Lift handle 2 slide seat to desired posi...

Page 39: ...tch to turn on seat heater 1 Normal seat heating mode One indicator lamp in the switch lights up 2 Rapid seat heating mode Both indicator lamps in the switch light up After approximately 5 minutes in...

Page 40: ...until it engages The indicator lamp located in the instrument cluster goes out Important With the key in steering lock position 2 the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on It should go ou...

Page 41: ...n it inflates in a crash If this happens se rious or fatal injury will result Infants and small children must be seated in an appro priate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured wi...

Page 42: ...ed for snugness immediately after attaching it Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder it should not touch the neck Note For cleaning a...

Page 43: ...seat belts do not provide maxi mum protection and may cause serious injuries in case of an accident Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm against your neck or off your shoul der In a crash your...

Page 44: ...ble at any authorized Mercedes Benz dealer are required for use with the BabySmart airbag deactivation system With the special child seat properly installed the passenger side front airbag will not de...

Page 45: ...ivates second threshold exceeded airbag also activates Seat belt not fastened first threshold exceeded airbag activates but not ETR Driver and passenger systems operate independently of each other Eme...

Page 46: ...side impacts for side impact airbags The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the in dicator lamp SRS in the instru ment cluster when turning the key in steering lock to positon...

Page 47: ...pact Airbags The side impact SRS airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts Only the side impact airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle deploys The side impact airbag for the pa...

Page 48: ...he event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the back rest Fasten your seat belt and ensure that it is properly positioned on the body Since the airbag inflates w...

Page 49: ...SRS components and wiring Keep area between airbags and occupants free of objects e g packages purses umbrellas etc An airbag system com po nent within the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag ha...

Page 50: ...ed in the usual manner Important The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infa...

Page 51: ...anufacturer s instructions Warning Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant During an accident they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt Children...

Page 52: ...d turning off the engine Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocke...

Page 53: ...ast the point of resistance up or down The switch is automatically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree 6 Control for windshield wiper washer system Push briefly for sin...

Page 54: ...mear the windshield even during rain activate the washer system as often as necessary The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio Blocked Windshield Wipers If the windshield...

Page 55: ...ndicator lamp in lamp switch comes on Standing Lamps When the vehicle is parked on the street the standing lamps right or left side parking lamps can be turned on making the vehicle more visible to pa...

Page 56: ...switched on For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch should be turned to position H 9 to permit activation of the high beam headlamps Inside Rear View Mirror Manually adjust the mirror Use your...

Page 57: ...the interior lamp switched on the driver s side mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side mirror The passenger side exterio...

Page 58: ...o remove ashtray insert pull ashtray past detent Hold left and right side 2 of insert and pull up To install ashtray insert place it into ashtray frame and push down to engage Coin Holder Open ashtray...

Page 59: ...y is in steering lock position 2 2 Door contact off Interior lamps remain switched off even when opening a door 3 Interior lamp on Notes If a door remains open the interior lamp switches off after app...

Page 60: ...h the central locking switch Additionally pockets can be found behind the seats and in the door panels Caution Keep compartment lids closed This will prevent stored objects from being thrown about and...

Page 61: ...ows can also be operated with the roof operation switch To do so push roof oper ation switch twice and hold Express Opening of Door Windows Press switch te d past resistance point and release window l...

Page 62: ...ate the display with key removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1 Trip Odometer To reset Press button 1 once with key in steering lock position 2 Press button 1 twice with key removed or in steerin...

Page 63: ...s 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 equ...

Page 64: ...ter Operation of remote control 1 Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 2 Select and press the appro priate button to activate the remote controlled device The integrated remote control transmi...

Page 65: ...ot load anything on top of the luggage cover do not place anything on shelf behind roll bars Note To prevent the hardtop from being lowered unintentionally while a roof luggage carrier is installed ke...

Page 66: ...he hardtop switch is held or is released and slid back again within approx 30 seconds the door windows will close However the door windows can also be closed opened later on Slide hardtop switch twice...

Page 67: ...nd the roll bars closes The trunk lid closes and the hardtop locks The indicator lamp in the hardtop switch goes out the closing procedure is completed If the hardtop switch is held or is released and...

Page 68: ...shing the hardtop switch forward If the indicator lamp in the hardtop switch blinks slowly while activating the switch the battery voltage may be insufficient start engine and let run while activating...

Page 69: ...ttachment straps through rings and close snap buttons 3 Attach straps to pins 4 Attach eyelets to hooks 5 Pull wind screen by handles over roll bars and close snap buttons Warning The wind screen can...

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Page 71: ...t Level Warning Low Windshield and Headlamp Washer System Fluid Level Warning 70 70 70 71 72 77 79 79 79 80 80 80 81 81 Driving Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Tachometer Seat Belt Warning lamp Brake...

Page 72: ...stop The brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out A warning sounds if you start to drive without having released the parking brake Also see Brake Warning Lamp Test in Index Driving O...

Page 73: ...first or reverse gear and firmly set parking brake When parked on an incline also turn front wheel towards the road curb Downshifting gears leading to overreving the engine can result in transmission...

Page 74: ...l ready to drive The vehicle may otherwise start creep ing when the selector lever is in drive or reverse position Driving Warning It is dangerous to shift the se lector lever out of P or N if the eng...

Page 75: ...y removed the selector lever is locked in position P R Reverse gear Shift to reverse gear only with the vehicle stopped Depending on the program mode selector switch position S or W the maximum speed...

Page 76: ...quickly to operating temperatures During the brief warm up period this delayed upshift and increased engine noise might be perceived as a malfunction However neither the engine nor transmission are ne...

Page 77: ...hill gradient do not hold it with the accelerator use the brake This avoids unnecessary transmission heat build up Warning Getting out of your vehicle with the selector lever not fully engaged in posi...

Page 78: ...y of the vehicle The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the S program mode Important Dependent on the program mode selector switch position S or W and the gear sel...

Page 79: ...ld lever in posi tion 1 or 2 until the desired speed is reached or briefly tip the control lever in the appropriate direction for increases or decreases in 0 6 mph 1 km h increments When the lever is...

Page 80: ...ear Moving selector lever to position N switches the cruise control off Note Nevertheless in some cases you may have to step on the brake pedal to slow down In this case the cruise control is switched...

Page 81: ...It should go out immediately when the engine is running If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine or comes on with the engine running and at operating temperature the engine oil l...

Page 82: ...signs etc Adaptation to ambient temperature takes place in steps and depends on the prevailing driving conditions stop and go or moderate constant driving and amount of temperature change Warning The...

Page 83: ...le Note Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system The engine will overheat causing major engine damage Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving Warning Do not spill antifreeze on h...

Page 84: ...system Tachometer Red marking on tachometer Excessive engine speed Avoid this engine speed as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty For engin...

Page 85: ...uminated can result in an accident Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on Don t add brake fluid before checking the brake system Overfilling the brake fluid rese...

Page 86: ...n 0 4 Press and hold button 1 while turning key in steering lock to position 2 again The present status for days or distance is displayed once more Continue to hold button 1 After approx 10 seconds a...

Page 87: ...amp does not go out or comes on while driving it indicates that the ABS has detected a malfunction and has switched off In this case the brake system functions in the usual manner but without antilock...

Page 88: ...system you must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated The malfunction indicator la...

Page 89: ...t of the BAS The yellow BAS ASR malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and the yellow ASR warn ing lamp in the speedometer dial come on with the key in steering lock position 2 They shou...

Page 90: ...ins active even with the switch in the OFF position If one drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin the brake is applied until the wheel regains sufficient traction The traction control engages a...

Page 91: ...ng have the cause determined and cor rected immediately If you must drive under these condi tions drive only with at least one window fully open On Board Diagnostic System The Sequential Multiport Fue...

Page 92: ...Brake System ABS or Acceleration Slip Regulation ASR can only be achieved with M S rated radial ply tires and or snow chains recom mended by Mercedes Benz Snow chains maximize performance Snow Chains...

Page 93: ...Luggage Cover 95 Testing Remote Control 119 Stowing Things in the Vehicle 95 Head Restraints 120 Air Pump Spare Wheel Raising Hardtop Manually 121 Vehicle Tools Storage Replacing Wiper Blade Insert 1...

Page 94: ...f moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving When closing hood use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers The engine is equi...

Page 95: ...order to avoid possible serious burns or injury Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gaug...

Page 96: ...r ckmax mark of the 2 Oil filler cap h l l f Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level is approximately 2 1 US qt 2 0 I Do not overfill the engine Excessive oil must be drained or s...

Page 97: ...e anything on shelf behind roll bars Luggage Cover 1 Handle 2 Holder To close compartment Pull out on handle and hook guide rod into left and right side holders To open compartment Unhook guide rod fr...

Page 98: ...Vehicle jack Raise roof open luggage cover and move aside trunk floor To remove air pump Unbuckle strap and remove air pump from holder To remove spare wheel First remove air pump then turn pump hold...

Page 99: ...parking brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is raised Be certain that the jack is always vertical when in use especially on hills A...

Page 100: ...o the degree of tire wear while retaining the same direction of travel Rotating however should be carried out at the scheduled service intervals before the characteristic tire wear pattern shoulder we...

Page 101: ...epaired or replaced as appropriate Do not operate vehicle with more than one collapsible spare wheel tire mounted For additional information refer to Technical Data P40 10 0335 20 Spare Wheel Bolts 1...

Page 102: ...jack arm is fully inserted in the jack tube Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jack stands before working under the vehicle Changing Wheels Move vehicle to a level area which is a safe...

Page 103: ...to the stop Crank handle clockwise until jack base 3 meets the ground Place jack on firm ground Position the jack so that it is always vertical plumb line as seen from the side see arrow even if the...

Page 104: ...l bolt 12 Lower car Remove jack and insert jack tube cover Important Warning Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads sh...

Page 105: ...engine 7 Operate air pump approx 5 minutes until pressure gauge displays 36 psi 2 5 bar 8 To switch off air pump turn key in steering lock to position 0 9 Unscrew filler hose from tire Reinstall tire...

Page 106: ...r Tire temperature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed Tire pressure should therefore only be corrected on cold tires Correct tire pressure in warm tires only if pressure has dropped below th...

Page 107: ...Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 2 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 3 Headlamp cover with locking tab 4 Bulb socket for turn signal parking and standing lamp 5 Electrical connector for low beam...

Page 108: ...ing ring and pull out bulb together with clamping ring Remove bulb Insert new bulb seating properly in cutouts of bulb socket mount clamping ring Reinstall and push electrical connector on securely Re...

Page 109: ...line of the vehicle must be at a 90 angle to the test screen 2 Low beams on Using a carpenter s level align and mark a vertical centerline 11 on the test screen using the vertex of the angle formed in...

Page 110: ...ent If it does not slide the 0 on the scale 5 un til it aligns with the indicator 4 Graduations 0 38 pitch Note If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp adjustment have the system checked at...

Page 111: ...lamp towards front arrow and remove back end first from panel Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in a...

Page 112: ...e less than approximately 200 miles 300 km per month mostly for short distance trips or if it is not used for long periods of time Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the battery has be...

Page 113: ...air or bridge a blown fuse After replacing a blown fuse close fuse box cover 1 Main fuse box in engine compartment contains fuses for interior consumers To gain access to the main fuse box 1 release c...

Page 114: ...t the jumper cables will reach but never let the vehicles touch Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation 2 On both vehicles Turn off engine and all lights and accessories ex...

Page 115: ...rcedes Benz dealer Excessive unburned fuel may damage the catalytic converter All except Sport Package Towing the Vehicle The rear towing eye is located at the right below the bumper The front towing...

Page 116: ...tems In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle Warning Important When towing the vehicle please note the foll...

Page 117: ...repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the vehicle A pre requisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a...

Page 118: ...n run through an automatic car wash in particu lar one of the older installations rewipe the recessed sections in the taillamps designed to prevent soiling if necessary No solvents fuels thinners etc...

Page 119: ...ts with a proper intermediate cover contact discoloration will be prevented Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz ap proved Leather Care Exercise par...

Page 120: ...nside of the rear window operate hardtop via the switch until rear shelf 1 is in a vertical position Leave key in steering lock position 2 The roof will remain in this position for approximately 7 min...

Page 121: ...es with plus side facing up Press battery cover onto housing until locked in place Important Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Recycling of batte ries...

Page 122: ...ints Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident For positioning of head restraint refer to section Head Restraints see Index For removal or installation of head restraint...

Page 123: ...d for this job 1 Open doors or lower windows 2 For safety reasons remove key from steering lock 3 Open trunk 4 Open right hand cover in trunk and remove hex socket wrench Using wrench turn screw 1 of...

Page 124: ...g it completely to the rear arrows 8 Carefully bring back end of trunk lid down arrow until lock 3 audibly engages Pull trunk lid rearward to its stop Place hands from below on lower section of hardto...

Page 125: ...ous personal injury may occur 11 Remove cap from headliner To close hardtop Insert hex socket wrench and turn clockwise 7 to its stop To lock hardtop Turn wrench counterclockwise 8 to its stop 12 Clos...

Page 126: ...the wiper blade insert out of the retainer claws P82 30 0289 20 Installation Slide direction of arrow wiper blade insert into retainer claws until tabs are engaged Slide wiper blade into end of wiper...

Page 127: ...trunk in the open position This prevents the hardtop from being lowered Spare Parts Service All authorized Mercedes Benz dealers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for mainte nance and...

Page 128: ...For dimensions of the belts see Technical Data in Index P13 20 0243 20 P13 20 0244 20 Routing Belt II Routings combined Belts I and II 1 Crankshaft 6 Generator alternator 2 Air conditioner compressor...

Page 129: ...els Coolants Lubricants etc 132 Capacities 132 Engine Oils 134 Engine Oil Additives 134 Air Conditioner Refrigerant 134 Brake Fluid 134 Premium Unleaded Gasoline 135 Fuel Requirements 135 Gasoline Add...

Page 130: ...identification and engine numbers 1 Certification Label and Paintwork No 2 Vehicle Identification No VIN 3 Engine No 4 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 5 Emission Control Label 6 Information Label...

Page 131: ...ccordance with the terms of the following warranties 1 New vehicle limited warranty 2 Emission systems warranty 3 Emission performance warranty 4 California and Massachusetts emission control systems...

Page 132: ...mm 1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle See an authorized Mercedes Benz dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment 2 Must not be used with snow chai...

Page 133: ...chains Electrical System Generator alternator 14 V 90 A Starter motor 12 V 1 1 kW Battery 12 V 100 Ah Spark plugs Bosch F7 KTCR Electrode gap 0 039 in 1 0 mm Tightening torque 1 5 2 2 ft lb 20 30 Nm...

Page 134: ...axle 1 4 US qt 1 3 I Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 85 W 90 Power steering approx 1 1 US qt 1 0 I MB Power steering fluid Front wheel hubs approx 1 5 oz 43 g each High temperature roller bearing grease Accel...

Page 135: ...ticorrosion antifreeze Fuel tank including a reserve of approx 14 0 US gal 53 0 I approx 1 8 US gal 7 0 I Premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air conditioner system R134a r...

Page 136: ...Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air Conditioner Refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air conditioner system Never use R 12 CFC or mineral based lubricating...

Page 137: ...of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3 plus addition al cosolvents Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol is not allowed Gasohol which contains 10 Ethanol and 90 unleaded gasoline can be used Thes...

Page 138: ...eze should be used to bring it up to the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements which are usually satisfied by nor...

Page 139: ...t as measured under controlled condi tions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance controlled conditions on a specified indoor...

Page 140: ...m diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the dealership management or if necessary contact us at the following addresses...

Page 141: ...tion to notifying Mercedes Benz of North America Inc If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a...

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Page 143: ...Index...

Page 144: ...ng switch 31 Central locking system 30 Check regularly and before a long trip 148 Child restraint 39 42 48 49 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 115 Climate control Air recirculation 22 24 25 Basic sett...

Page 145: ...adjusting 107 Headlamps 53 54 82 105 108 116 License plate lamp 53 54 Standing lamps 53 Taillamps 5 3 5 4 1 0 9 1 1 6 Layout of poly V belt drive 126 Lighter 56 Locking and unlocking 28 Low engine co...

Page 146: ...straint system SRS 39 43 Synchronizing remote control 119 Tachometer 82 Technical data 130 Tire inflation pressure 104 Tires 1 7 1 9 8 6 8 8 9 0 9 7 9 8 104 130 131 137 Tool kit 96 Tow away protection...

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Page 149: ...authorized Mercedes Benz dealer We consider this to be the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing...

Page 150: ...bulbs see Lamps exterior in Index 148 P88 60 0222 26 Fuel Supply Open flap by pushing near front arrow Turn fuel cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released th...

Page 151: ...gine oils see Index Coolant For normal replenishing use water potable water quality For further information e g anticorrosion antifreeze refer to Index Spark Plugs Approved spark plugs refer to Techni...

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