Mercedes-Benz 1998 SL 600 Manuel de l'opérateur

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9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz pa

99Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the in-side. Open door only when conditions

100Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe trunk can also be opened using앫 the SmartKey, see “Locking and un-locking” (컄 page 90)앫 the remote trunk

101Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Pull remote trunk lid release switch 1.The trunk lid unlocks. Indicator lamp 2 comes on and remains lit un

102Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk lid1 Handle왘 Lower trunk lid by firmly pulling on handle 1.Trunk lid emergency releaseThe

103Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIllumination of the emergency release but-ton:앫 The button will flash for 30 minutes af-ter opening the trun

104Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe lock is located next to the handle above the rear license plate recess.1 Neutral position2 Locked왘 Close

105Controls in detailLocking and unlockingAutomatic central lockingThe doors and the trunk lid lock automati-cally when the vehicle is set into motion

106Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking왘 Press central locking switch 1.If all the doors are closed, the vehicle locks.Unlocking왘 Press cent

107Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor information on seat adjustment, see “Seat adjustment” (컄 page 35).Easy-entry/exit featureWith the easy-entry/exit

108Controls in detailSeatsMoving the seats forward and backwardYou can move the seats forward and back to facilitate loading and unloading.The switch

10IntroductionOperator’s Manual왔 Operator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully

109Controls in detailSeatsMulticontour backrest* (standard on SL 600 and SL 55 AMG)The multicontour backrest has inflatable air cushions built into th

110Controls in detailSeatsMassage function (PULSE)You can reduce muscle tension during long trips by periodically using the massage function. 왘 Press

111Controls in detailSeatsSwitching off rapid seat heating왘 Press upper switch position 2 again. Vehicles with seat ventilation*The switch is located

112Controls in detailSeatsSwitching off rapid seat heating왘 Press upper switch position 1 twice. Seat ventilation* (standard on SL 600)The switch is l

113Controls in detailSeatsSwitching on seat ventilation왘 Press switch 1.Three blue indicator lamps on the switch come on. 왘 Continue pressing switch 1

114Controls in detailMemory function왔 Memory functionWith the memory switch you can store up to three different settings per SmartKey or SmartKey with

115Controls in detailMemory functionStoring positions into memory왘 Adjust the seats, steering wheel and rear view mirrors to the desired posi-tion (컄

116Controls in detailMemory function1 Passenger-side exterior rear view mir-ror2 Adjustment buttonM Memory button왘 Stop the vehicle.왘 Switch on igniti

117Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 pag

118Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and parking lamps can be switched on or off with the exterior lamp switch.Auto

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

119Controls in detailLightingDaytime running lamp mode왘 Turn exterior lamp switch to position M or U.When the engine is running, the low beam headlamp

120Controls in detailLightingSwitching on fog lamps Switching on front fog lamps왘 Make sure the low beam headlamps are switched on.왘 Pull out exterior

121Controls in detailLightingSwitching on high beams왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to B or to U (컄 page 117).왘 Push the combination switch in directi

122Controls in detailLightingInterior lighting1 Left reading lamp2 Right reading lamp3 Interior lighting on/off4 Slide switch for interior lighting co

123Controls in detailLightingManual controlSwitching lamps on왘 Press switch 3.The interior lighting switches on.Switching lamps off왘 Press switch 3 ag

124Controls in detailInstrument cluster왔 Instrument clusterFor a full view illustration of the instrument cluster, see “Instrument cluster” (컄 page 22

125Controls in detailInstrument clusterDuring severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tempera-ture may rise close to 248°F

126Controls in detailInstrument clusterOutside temperature indicatorThe outside temperature is displayed in the right multifunction display (컄 page 22

127Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

128Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Service Booklet describes all the nec-essary maintenance work which should be performed at regular inter

129Controls in detailControl systemIn the Settings menu, instead of functions you will find a number of submenus for calling up and changing settings.

130Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table below provides an overview of the indiv

131Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8Standard dis-playAUDIO NAVI Dis

132Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the stan-dard display menu with button k or j.The following fu

133Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio. Refer to the separate operating instructions.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeate

134Controls in detailControl systemOperate the CD player왘 Turn on the radio and select the CD player. Refer to the separate operating instructions.왘 P

135Controls in detailControl systemDistronic* menuUse the Distronic menu to display the cur-rent settings for your Distronic system. What information

136Controls in detailControl systemMalfunction memory menuUse the malfunction memory menu to scan malfunction and warning messages that may be stored

137Controls in detailControl systemSettings menuIn the Settings menu there are two func-tions:앫 The function Reset, with which you can reset all the s

138Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button k or j.In the right display you see the collec-tion of submenus. 왘 Pres

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

139Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De-tailed instructions on making indiv

140Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Inst. cluster menu via the Settings menu. Use the Inst. cluster submenu to cha

141Controls in detailControl systemSelecting speedometer display mode (Canada only)왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Inst. cluster

142Controls in detailControl systemLighting submenuAccess the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting sub-menu to change the lamp and

143Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingDuring darkness, the following lamps will come on when the exterior lamp switch is in posit

144Controls in detailControl systemTo select delayed switch-off period:왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting sub-menu.왘 Press

145Controls in detailControl systemInterior lighting delayed switch-offUse this function to set whether and for how long you would like the interior l

146Controls in detailControl systemSetting station selection modeUse the Press button in audio mode func-tion to select the manual or memory sta-tion

147Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the left display: Automatic Door lock.The selection

148Controls in detailControl systemConvenience submenuAccess the Convenience submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Convenience sub-menu to change the

14IntroductionWhere to find it왔 Where to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle

149Controls in detailControl system왘 Press æ or ç to change the easy-entry/exit setting. The following settings are available for the easy-entry/exit

150Controls in detailControl systemThe selection marker is on the current setting.왘 Press æ or ç to switch function On or Off. Trip computer menuUse t

151Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption since last reset왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip comp

152Controls in detailControl systemCall up range (distance to empty)왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip comp

153Controls in detailControl systemWhich messages will appear in the right display field depends on whether your tele-phone is switched on or off:앫 If

154Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k.The control system reads the phone book which is stored in the telephone. This may take up to

155Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왔 Automatic transmissionFor information on driving with an auto-matic transmission, see the “Getting starte

156Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionOne-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

157Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by press

158Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since sta

159Controls in detailAutomatic transmission!Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in N can result in transmis

160Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionSteering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) SL 55 AMGYou can change the gears manually on the steering wh

161Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionUpshifting왘 Press button 2 on the right side of the steering wheel.The gear range is extended when you are

162Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왘 Press program mode selector switch 1 repeatedly until the letter of the desired shift program appears in

163Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionManual shift program SL 55 AMGIn the manual shift program mode you can change the gears manually on the ste

164Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDownshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction (컄 page 156).or왘 Press

165Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDeactivating manual shift program왘 Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly untilS orC appears in

166Controls in detailGood visibility왔 Good visibilityFor information on setting the rear view mirrors, see “Mirrors” (컄 page 38).Rear view mirrorsAuto

167Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

168Controls in detailGood visibilityWindshield wipersFor information on windshield wiper opera-tion, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 47).A rain sensor

16IntroductionOperating safety왔 Operating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following i

169Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterFor information, see “Rear window defrost-er” (컄 page 177).Sun visorsThe sun visors protect y

170Controls in detailAutomatic climate control왔 Automatic climate control

171Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control panelItem1 Center air vent, adjustable2 Center air vent, fixed3 Air temperatur

172Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlThe automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climat

173Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDecreasing왘 Turn the outer adjustment ring slightly to the left.The automatic climate control system wil

174Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting air distributionUse air distribution controls 2 and 6 (컄 page 171) to separately adjust the ai

175Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDefrostingActivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 171). The indicator lamp on the button comes on.Deactivatin

176Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button , (컄 page 171).The indicator lamp on the button goes out.The air recirculatio

177Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain t

178Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlResidual heat and ventilationWith the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventila

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

179Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlDeactivating the automatic climate control systemDeactivatingIt is possible to completely deactivate the

180Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlActivatingMoist air can fog up the windows. You can dehumidify the air with the air condition-ing.왘 Pres

181Controls in detailPower windows왔 Power windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches f

182Controls in detailPower windowsOpening the windows왘 Press switch 1 or 2 to the resistance point.The corresponding window will move downwards until

183Controls in detailPower windowsStopping windows왘 Press or pull the respective switch again.Closing the windows with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*왘

184Controls in detailRetractable hardtop왔 Retractable hardtopOpening and closing the retractable hardtopFor safety reasons, the retractable hardtop ca

185Controls in detailRetractable hardtopLuggage coverThe luggage cover is located in the trunk.1 Handle2 HoldersClosing luggage cover왘 Pull out the lu

186Controls in detailRetractable hardtop왘 Pull up on the hardtop switch as indi-cated by the arrow until the hardtop is completely lowered into its tr

187Controls in detailRetractable hardtopLocking the retractable hardtop after raising/loweringIf the retractable hardtop is not properly locked, lock

188Controls in detailRetractable hardtopOpening the retractable hardtop with the SmartKey (Summer opening feature)왘 Aim the transmitter eye at the doo

18IntroductionReporting safety defects왔 Reporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Ti

189Controls in detailRetractable hardtopClosing the retractable hardtop with the SmartKey (Convenience feature)왘 Aim the transmitter eye at the door h

190Controls in detailRetractable hardtopIndicator lamp in the retractable hard-top switch lights when vehicle is stoppedIf the indicator lamp in the r

191Controls in detailRetractable hardtop2 Buckle왘 Guide the fastening straps around the top of the roll bar and close buckles 2.왘 Tighten the fastenin

192Controls in detailRetractable hardtop1 Stop buttons2 HandleOpening왘 Squeeze stop buttons 1 and guide the sunshade towards the rear.Closing왘 Using h

193Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control and Di

194Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at last set speedSetting

195Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift the cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the de-sired speed is rea

196Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic*When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases the driving convenience afforded

197Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning! GDistronic cannot take street and traffic con-ditions into account. Only use Distronic if the weather and

198Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic displays in the speedometer dialIf Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the DTR indicator lamp E

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19At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

199Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic menu in the control systemIn the Distronic menu you can read the cur-rent settings for Distronic. What a

200Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic activatedWhen Distronic is activated the DTR sym-bol and the set speed are seen in the left display.1 Sy

201Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set speed2 White DTR indicator lamp ESetting the current speed왘 Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed.왘

202Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a lower speed왘 Briefly tip the cruise control in direction of arrow 2 (컄 page 200) to decrease the vehicle

203Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic deactivates automatically when앫 you set the parking brake앫 you drive slower than 25 mph (40 km/h)앫 the E

204Controls in detailDriving systemsDecreasing distanceDecreasing the distance setting tells Dis-tronic to maintain a smaller following dis-tance to t

205Controls in detailDriving systemsDriving with DistronicThis section describes a number of driving situations where special precaution is re-quired

206Controls in detailDriving systemsTurns and bendsIn turns or bends, Distronic may not detect a moving vehicle in front, or it may detect one too soo

207Controls in detailDriving systemsNarrow vehiclesBecause of their narrow profile, the vehi-cles traveling near the outer edges of the lane have not

208Controls in detailDriving systemsSuspension for sporty driving style The setting for sporty driving is selected when indicator lamp 2 is illuminate

20At a glanceCockpit왔 Cockpit

209Controls in detailDriving systemsThe following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary:The switch and the indicator l

210Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic* (Parking assist)The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during park-i

211Controls in detailDriving systemsRange of the sensorsTo function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice snow and slush. Clean the sensors

212Controls in detailDriving systemsEach warning indicator is divided into six yellow and two red segments for either side of the vehicle. The Parktro

213Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic malfunctionThere is a malfunction in the Parktronic system if the red segments of the Park-tronic syste

214Controls in detailUseful features왔 Useful featuresStorage compartments Glove boxAn AUX socket to the audio system for por-table audio devices is in

215Controls in detailUseful featuresDoor storage compartments1 Release button2 LidOpening왘 Press release button 1.The lid opens upwards.Armrest storag

216Controls in detailUseful featuresOpening storage tray왘 Press button 1 and lift up the armrest.Opening storage compartment왘 Press button 2 and lift

217Controls in detailUseful features왘 Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it to position 3.The following storage compartments w

218Controls in detailUseful featuresLuggage compartment in the rear1 Holder2 Strap3 Latch4 Release button왘 Pull strap 2 out of holder 1.왘 Secure the l

21At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Parking brake pedal 452 Hood lock release 2533 Parking brake release 524 Door control panel 285 Exterior lamp switch 46

219Controls in detailUseful featuresAshtray1 Cover plate2 Sliding knobOpening ashtray왘 Briefly touch cover plate 1.The ashtray opens automatically.Rem

220Controls in detailUseful featuresHeated steering wheel* (SL 500, SL 600)The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel.

221Controls in detailUseful featuresLoad assist in the trunkTo facilitate trunk loading after opening the lid, use the load assist feature to raise th

222Controls in detailUseful featuresElectrical outletAn electrical outlet is located on the right side of the trunk.왘 Switch on ignition왘 Flip up cove

223Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls us-ing the í and ì buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele-p

224Controls in detailUseful featuresShortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password via first

225Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatically앫 following an accident in which the emergency tensioni

226Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

227Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •The Roadside Assistance button • is located below the center armrest cover.왘 Press and

228Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located be-low the center armrest cover.왘 Press and hold the butto

22At a glanceInstrument cluster왔 Instrument cluster

229Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade SignalsThe Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority.앫 Automatic emergency – First prio

230Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

231Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen vehicle tracking servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the policeThe police

232Controls in detailUseful featuresWarning! GBefore programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate op-erator, make sure th

233Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on ignition.Step 2:왘 If you have previo

234Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 7:왘 To program the remaining two buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.Rolling code programmin

235Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 12:왘 Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed integrated signal transmitter button (2, 3

236Controls in detailUseful featuresErasing the integrated remote control memory왘 Switch on ignition.왘 Simultaneously hold down the signal transmitter

237OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

238OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)왔In the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for yo

23At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Coolant temperature gauge with:D Coolant tempera-ture warning lamp2862 Speedometer with:; Brake warning lamp

239OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

240OperationDriving instructionsPower assistance BrakesWarning! GThe brake system requires electrical energy for operation.A malfunction in the vehicl

241OperationDriving instructionsTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable t

242OperationDriving instructionsDriving offApply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear

243OperationDriving instructionsTiresTread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

244OperationDriving instructionsTire tractionThe safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay parti

245OperationDriving instructionsSL 55 AMGYour vehicle is factory equipped with “W”-rated tires, which have a speed rating of 168 mph (270 km/h) or “Y”

246OperationDriving instructionsFor more information, see “Winter driving” (컄 page 268).Standing water Passenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, ther

247OperationDriving instructionsControl and operation of radio trans-mittersCOMAND, radio and telephoneTelephones and two-way radiosRadio transmitters

248OperationDriving instructionsEmission controlCertain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissib

24At a glanceMultifunction steering wheel왔 Multifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Left multifunction display in speedometer1272 Right multifunction di

249OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may ris

250OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefuellingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Lo

251OperationAt the gas station왘 Replace the fuel cap by turning it to the right. You will hear when the fuel cap is tight-ened.왘 Close the fuel filler

252OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning systemFor information on refilling the r

253OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood release왘 Pull lever 1 downwards.The hood is unlocked.2 Lever for opening the hood왘

254OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap-proximately 11/2ft (50 cm). The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make su

255OperationEngine compartmentEngine oilThe amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Higher oil co

256OperationEngine compartmentOne of the following messages will subsequently appear in the right multi-function display:앫Engine oil levelOK앫Add 1.0 q

257OperationEngine compartmentIf there is excess engine oil with the engine at normal operating temperature, the following message will appear:Engine

258OperationEngine compartment왘 Add engine oil as required. Be careful not to overfill with oil.Be careful not to spill any oil when adding. Avoid env

25At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Central locking switch 1052 Hazard warning flasher on/off switch1213 Central unlocking

259OperationEngine compartmentThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be p

260OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle is equipped with two batter-ies:앫 The starter battery (located in the en-gine compartment)앫 The batt

261OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning systemThe windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartmen

262OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommend-ed rims and tires for sum

263OperationTires and wheelsLife of tiresThe service life of a tire is dependent upon various factors including but not limited to:앫 Driving style앫 Ti

264OperationTires and wheelsTire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when

265OperationTires and wheels왘 Switch on ignition.왘 Make sure you are viewing the stan-dard display menu (컄 page 127).왘 Press k button until the curren

266OperationTires and wheelsActivating the tire inflation pressure monitorYou must activate the tire inflation pres-sure monitor in the following case

267OperationTires and wheelsRotating wheelsOn vehicles with the same wheel size all around, wheels can be rotated every 3000 to 6 000 miles (5 000 to

268OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehi-cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This servic

26At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Parking assist (Parktronic system)* deactivation switch2102 Active Body Control (ABC) switch2073 Tow-a

269OperationWinter drivingAlways observe the speed rating of the winter tires installed on your vehicle. If the maximum speed for which your tires are

270OperationWinter drivingPlease observe the following guidelines when using snow chains:앫 Use of snow chains is not permissible with all wheel/tire c

271OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance wit

272OperationMaintenanceService term exceededIf you have exceeded the suggested ser-vice term, you will see the following mes-sage in the right multifu

273OperationMaintenance왘 To confirm, press and hold reset button until you hear a signal.The service indicator now displays the reset interval.iIf the

274OperationVehicle care왔 Vehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying exte

275OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

276OperationVehicle careEngine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the i

277OperationVehicle careCleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover1 Distronic* system sensor cover왘 Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-B

278OperationVehicle care왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleaning왘 Turn on the wipers and place them i

27At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Left reading lamp on/off 1222 Temperature sensor for automatic climate control17

279OperationVehicle careLight alloy wheelsMercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.If possible,

280OperationVehicle careUpholsteryUsing aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.)

281Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Locking/unlocking in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper bladesFlat tireBatteriesJump st

282Practical hintsWhat to do if …왔 What to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information: If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to come o

283Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution- The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while driving.The ABS has detected

284Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution3 (Canada only); (except Canada)The red brake warning lamp comes on while dr

285Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution? The yellow CHECK ENGINE mal-function indicator lamp comes on while driving

286Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionD The red coolant warning lamp comes on when the engine is running.There is

287Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionE The red DTR indicator lamp comes on while driving.You are too close to the

288Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionC The yellow roll bar warning lamp comes on or flickers when the engine is r

28At a glanceDoor control panel왔 Door control panelItem Page1 Door handle 992 Switches for open-ing/closing front and rear side windows1813 Memory fun

289Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution< The red seat belt telltale comes on briefly after starting the en-gine.

290Practical hintsWhat to do if …AIRBAG OFF indicator lampProblem Possible cause Suggested solution7 The AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp comes on.A BabySmar

291Practical hintsWhat to do if …Messages in the displayThe control system shows warning and malfunction messages in the multifunction display.Certain

292Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesLeft display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionABCDrive carefully!The capability of the ABC

293Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionABCDisplay malfunctionVisitworkshop!The ABC display or the

294Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionDistronicCurrentlyunavailable!See Oper’s Man.Distronic* is

295Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionESPUnavailable!See Oper.’s Man.The ESP is deactivated beca

296Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionPGear selectorlever to P!You have tried to start the engin

297Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesLeft display Right display Possible cause Possible solution# Battery/AlternatorStop vehicle!The batter

298Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution# Visitworkshop!There is a malfunction in the elec-tronic

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29Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

299Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionTBrake malfunction!Stop vehicle!The SBC brake system is in

300Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionExcept Canada:;Canada only:3Reduced brake effectVisit work

301Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionExcept Canada:;Canada only:3Brake fluidbelow min. level!Vi

302Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionExcept Canada:;Canada only:3Service brakeVisitworkshop!The

303Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution?Visit workshop!There may be a malfunction in the 앫 fuel i

304Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tempera-ture may rise close to 248°F (120°C

305Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution•CoolantStop, engine off!The poly-V-belt could be broken.

306Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionGDisplay malfunctionVisitworkshop!The displays for several

307Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Suggested solution: USA only:Add 1 qt engine oilat next refuelingCanada onl

308Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the message Add 1 qt engine oil at next refueling (Canada: 1l) appears while the engine is running and at operat

30Getting startedUnlocking왔The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners

309Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionAReserve fuel The fuel level has dropped below the reserve

310Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionFKeyCheck battery!The batteries in the SmartKey with KEYLE

311Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionFKeynot recognized!The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not re

312Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.Brake lampRightBack-uplamp on!The right brake lamp is mal

313Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.License platelamp, LThe left license plate lamp is mal-fu

314Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.Parking lampFront leftBack-uplamp on!The left front parki

315Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.Tail lampRightBack-uplamp on!The right tail lamp is malfu

316Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionCRaiseroll-over barThe roll bar is malfunctioning. 왘 Rais

317Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionìFunction Unavailable!This display appears if button ì or

318Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pres.monitorVisitworkshop!The tire inflation pressur

31Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply to some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adju

319Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pressure, RR Cautiontire defect!The right rear tire

320Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pressure, FLCheck tires!The left front tire pressure

321Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHReactivatetire press. monit.The tire inflation pressure m

322Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionÊClosetrunk lid!This message will appear whenever the trun

323Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왔 Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located in storage com-partment under the passenger

324Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Vehicles with spare wheel1 Spare wheel2 Electric air pump3 Vehicle tool kit4 Battery for electrical consumers5

325Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergency왔 Locking/unlocking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the driver’s do

326Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkA minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft (1.89 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

327Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergency1 Separately unlock storage compart-ments2 Centrally lock/unlock storage com-partments3 Separately

328Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergency왘 Using the hex-socket wrench provided in the vehicle tool kit, carefully turn the locking screw 2

32Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*If your vehicle is equipped with the KEYLESS-GO function, your vehicle checks whether the SmartKey

329Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergency왘 Remove mechanical key (컄 page 325).왘 Insert the mechanical key 1 in side opening and push gray sl

330Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergency왘 Remove mechanical key (컄 page 325).왘 Insert the mechanical key in side open-ing and push gray sli

331Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsBulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore esse

332Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Rear lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signalLED2 Turn signal lamp 1156 NA3 Low beam11Vehicles with Bi-Xen

333Practical hintsReplacing bulbsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Switch light

334Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps 1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp2 Low beam lamp cover (Xenon or Bi-Xenon* lamp). Do

335Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Turn locking mechanism 2 clockwise.왘 Plug the connector onto the bulb.왘 Align headlamp cover and click into place.R

336Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Gently push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.왘 Insert new bulb and reinstall bulb sock-et. The bu

337Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesRemoving wiper blades왘 Turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 1.왘 Turn combinatio

338Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesInstalling wiper blades왘 Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it locks in place.왘 Rotate the wiper b

33Getting startedUnlocking1 KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttonBefore you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have the

339Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tireYour SL 55 AMG may be equipped with a TIREFIT kit.You can identify which TIREFIT kit (SL 55 AMG only) you have a

340Practical hintsFlat tireSealing tires with TIREFIT kit 1Small tire punctures, particularly those in the tread, can be sealed with TIREFIT.TIREFIT c

341Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Shake contents of TIREFIT container 2.왘 Screw hose 1 on to TIREFIT container 2.TIREFIT is now ready for use.1 Valve stem2

342Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Remove tire valve core 6 from valve stem 1 using valve stem tool 2. Keep tire valve 6 clean and dry.왘 Remove plug 5 from

343Practical hintsFlat tire1 Flap2 Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw3 Union nut4 Electrical plug왘 Open flap 1 on air pump.왘 Pull out electri

344Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Detach the electric air pump.The air hose may still be hot. Please ex-ercise appropriate caution.왘 Store the electrical p

345Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit.왘 Bring used TIREFIT materials t

346Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.왘 Take TIREFIT, the sticker, and the elec-tric

347Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Screw the air pump’s air hose 5 onto flange 6 of the TIREFIT container.왘 Stick TIREFIT container 1 upside down into notch

348Practical hintsFlat tire왘 After attaining a tire pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar), press 0 on electric air pump switch 8.The electric air pump should n

34Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

349Practical hintsFlat tire왘 After driving vehicle for an initial 10 minutes, check tire pressure using the pressure gauge on the air pump.왘 Visit an

350Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheel Preparing the vehiclePrepare the vehicle as described (컄 page 339).왘 Turn spare wheel bracket coun

351Practical hintsFlat tire왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (ap-proximately one full turn with wrench). The jack

352Practical hintsFlat tire2 Jack support tube hole (SL 55 AMG and vehicles with Sport Package* only)왘 Insert a flat blade screwdriver in the opening

353Practical hintsFlat tireRemoving the wheel1 Alignment bolt왘 Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and re-move.왘 Replace this wheel bolt with alignment bolt

354Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Unscrew the alignment bolt, install last wheel bolt and tighten slightly.Inflating the spare tire왘 Take the electric air

355Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1.or왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button on the gear selector le

356Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Detach the electric air pump.왘 Stow the electrical plug and the air hose behind the flap and place the air pump back in t

357Practical hintsFlat tireReplacing jack support tube cover왘 Slide tongue of cover under the upper edge of the tube opening.왘 Applying even pressure,

358Practical hintsBatteries왔 BatteriesYour vehicle is equipped with two batteries:앫 The starter battery (located in the en-gine compartment)앫 The batt

35Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switch is located in the door.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat cushion tilt4 Se

359Practical hintsBatteriesWarning! GDo not place metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit. Use leak-proof batteries only

360Practical hintsBatteriesDisconnecting the batteries Disconnecting the battery for electrical consumers왘 Unhook the luggage cover in the trunk.왘 Rem

361Practical hintsBatteriesRemoving the batteriesRemoving the battery for electrical con-sumers왘 Remove the screws securing the bat-tery in the trunk.

362Practical hintsBatteriesReconnecting the battery for electrical consumers왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Connect the positive lead and fasten

363Practical hintsJump starting왔 Jump startingIf the starter battery is discharged, the en-gine can be started with jumper cables and the battery of a

364Practical hintsJump startingThe starter battery is located on the right side of the engine compartment.왘 Make sure the two vehicles do not touch.왘

365Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

366Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, we recommend the drive shaft be dis-

367Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GThe brake system requires electrical power to operate.A malfunction in the vehicle’s power supply or ele

368Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltFront of vehicle1 Cover on right side of front bumper.To remove cover:왘 Press mark on co

36Getting startedAdjustingSeat cushion tilt왘 Press the switch up or down in the direction of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported.Seat

369Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesMain fuse boxThe main fuse box is in the engine com-partment on the driver’s side in front of the bulkhead (wall separat

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371Technical dataSpare parts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensi

372Technical dataSpare parts service왔The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Spare parts serviceAll author

373Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty I

374Technical dataIdentification labels왔 Identification labels1 Certification label (above driver’s door lock latch)2 Vehicle Identification Number (VI

375Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveSL 5001 Automatic belt tensioner2 ABC tandem pump (pump for power-steering as

376Technical dataEngine왔 EngineModel SL 500 (230.475)1SL 600 (230.476)1Engine 113 275Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-stroke en

377Technical dataEngineModel SL 55 AMG (230.474)1Engine 113Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders 8Bore 3.82 in (97.00

378Technical dataRims and tires왔 Rims and tiresOnly use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved

37Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel Steering wheel adjustmentThe stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the lower left of the steering

379Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tires17’’ tires18’’ tiresSL 500* SL 600 SL 55 AMGRims (light alloy) 81/2 J x 17 - -Wheel offset 1.38 in (35

380Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresSL 500SL 500 (Sport Package*)SL 600SL 600 (Sport Package*)Front axle:Rims (light alloy) 81/2 J x 18 81/

381Technical dataRims and tiresSL 55 AMGFront axle:Rims (light alloy) 81/2 J x 18Wheel offset 1.18 in (30 mm)Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 255/40 R1

382Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheelSL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMGRim 6 B x 17 6 B x 18 6 B x 18Wheel offset 0.98 in (25 mm) 0.98 in (25 mm) 0.98 in (2

383Technical dataElectrical system왔 Electrical systemModel SL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 A 14 V/180 AStarter motor

384Technical dataMain dimensions왔 Main dimensionsModel SL 500 SL 600 SL 55 AMGOverall vehicle length 178.5 in (4535 mm) 178.5 in (4535 mm) 178.5 in (4

385Technical dataWeights왔 WeightsTrunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

386Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants mus

387Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Cooling system SL 500SL 600SL 55 AMGapprox. 12.3 US

388Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, use

38Getting startedAdjustingMirrorsAdjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffi

389Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Brake fluidDuring vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced th

390Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% Ethanol and 90% u

391Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.CoolantsThe engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro-vides:앫 cor

392Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of alumi-num parts. The use of aluminum compo

393Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield and headlamp washer systemBoth the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied fr

394Technical dataConsumer information왔 Consumer informationThis has been prepared as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars under Ti-tle 49,

395Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the gene

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397Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.ABC(Acti

398Technical termsCAN system(Controller Area Network)Data bus network serving to control ve-hicle functions such as door locking or windshield wiping

ContentsIntroduction ... 9Product information... 9Operator’s Manual ...

39Getting startedAdjusting왘 Make sure the ignition is switched on.All the lamps in the instrument cluster come on.왘 Press button 1 for the left mirror

399Technical termsFSS(Flexible Service System)Service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the driver when the next vehicle maintenance

400Technical termsMultifunction displayTwo display fields in the instrument cluster used to present information provided by the control system.Multifu

401Technical termsRetractable hardtopHardtop roof that can be opened and closed at the push of a button and stored in the trunk.Roll barOccupant prote

402Technical termsTractionForce exerted by the vehicle on the road via the tires.Vehicle level controlThe ground clearance of the vehicle is automatic

403IndexAABC 207, 397Messages in display 292Oil level 258Setting vehicle level 208ABC switch 26ABS 75, 76, 397Messages in display 293Warning lamp 23,

404IndexAir conditioning (cooling)Turning off 179Turning on 179Air pressure see Tire inflation pressureAir pump, electric 324Turning on 355Air recircu

405IndexBackrest supportsLumbar region 109Shoulder region 109Backrest tilt 35Backup lamp bulbs 332Backup lamps 335BAS 75, 77, 397Batteries, SmartKeyCh

406IndexCentral lockingAutomatic 105Central locking switch 105Switching on/off (control system) 146Unlocking from inside 105Central locking switch 25C

407IndexControl system 127, 130, 398AUDIO menu 132Convenience submenu 148Distronic* menu 135Functions 128Instrument cluster submenu 140Lighting submen

408IndexEngine with the SmartKey 53ESP 79Exterior lamps 117Hazard warning flasher 121Headlamps 52, 117Immobilizer 84Interior light delayed switch-off

40Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or car

409IndexDoorsMessage in display 306Opening from inside vehicle 99Storage compartments 215Downhill drivingCruise control 194Downshifting 156Drinking an

410IndexEngine oil 255, 388Adding 257Additives 388Checking level 255Consumption 255Display messages 307Filler neck 257Messages in display 256Engine oi

411IndexFuse chart 369Fuse chart see Vehicle tool kitFuses 369Fuse chart 369Fuse extractor 369Main fuse box 369Spare fuses 369GGarage door opener 27,

412IndexIIdentification labels 374Ignition 31, 33Switching on 31Immobilizer 84Activating 53, 84Deactivating 84Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and

413IndexCoolant 286DTR* 198Engine diagnostics 285ESP 78Fuel reserve 287SBC 81Seat belts 289Service indicator 271SRS 59, 289Turn signals 23LanguageMult

414IndexMaximum cooling MAXCOOL 174Memory function 399Storing exterior rear view mirror park-ing positions 115Storing key-dependent settings 149Menus

415IndexNNavigation systemOperating 134Night security illumination 143OOctane number 401Odometer, main 23OilAdding 257Consumption 255Filler neck 257Oi

416IndexParktronic* 26, 210, 400Activating 212Cleaning system sensors 277Deactivating 212Malfunctioning 213Minimum distance 211Range 211Rear sensors 2

417IndexRegular checks 252Regular driving style 208Remote Vehicle Diagnostics 400ReplacingBackup lamp bulbs 335Brake lamp bulbs 332Bulbs 331Front lamp

418IndexSelf-check 82Warning lamp 81Seat belt force limiter 68Seat belts 40, 58, 65Cleaning 279Messages in display 316Telltale 289Seat heatingSwitchin

41Getting startedDriving1 Seat belt housing 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle4 Release button왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt from seat belt housing 1.왘 Pla

419IndexSetting current speedCruise control 194Setting last stored speedDistronic* 202Setting speedCruise control 195Distronic* 201Setting to last sto

420IndexGlobal locking 96Global unlocking 96Locking 98Loss of 98Messages in display 311Reprogramming 96Selective setting 96Unlocking 32, 93SmartKey wi

421IndexUnlocking storage compartments 217, 326Ventilated compartments 180Submenus 131Convenience 148Instrument cluster 140Lighting 142Resetting funct

422IndexTelephones and two-way radios 247TemperatureOutside temperature indicator 126Sensor 27Setting interior temperature 172Setting units in display

423IndexTrunk lidOpening 99Trunk lid emergency release 102Turn signals 21, 47Additional in mirrors 332Front bulbs 332Indicator lamps 23Rear bulbs 332T

424IndexVIN (vehicle identification number) 374, 402Voice control system* 21, 402Hands-free microphone 27WWarning lamps see Lamps, indicator and warni

42Getting startedDriving왘 Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 until it clicks.왘 If necessary, tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder p

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43Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever

44Getting startedDrivingStarting with KEYLESS-GO*You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop

45Getting startedDrivingParking brake1 Parking brake2 Parking brake release handle왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 2.The indicator lam

46Getting startedDrivingOnce the vehicle is in motion, the automat-ic central locking system engages and the locking knobs drop down.After a cold star

47Getting startedDrivingTurn signals and high beamThe combination switch is on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Turn signals, right

48Getting startedDrivingSwitching on windshield wipers왘 Turn the combination switch to the de-sired position depending on the inten-sity of the rain.0

ContentsSafety and Security ... 57Occupant safety... 58Airbags ...

49Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

50Getting startedDrivingThe coolant temperature gauge is above 248°F (120°C)The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.왘 Stop the vehi

51Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

52Getting startedParking and lockingParking brake1 Parking brake2 Release handle왘 Step firmly on parking brake 1.When the engine is running, the indic

53Getting startedParking and lockingTurning off the engine왘 Place the gear selector lever in position P.Turning off with the SmartKey왘 Turn the SmartK

54Getting startedParking and lockingFor more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (컄 page 90).Turning off with KEYLESS-GO* 왘 Place the gear select

55Getting startedParking and locking1 Lock button on the door handle왘 After exiting the vehicle, press lock button 1 on the door handle or on the trun

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57Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

58Safety and SecurityOccupant safety왔 Occupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehic

ContentsControl system ... 127Multifunction display... 127Multifunction steering wheel... 128M

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAirbagsWarning! GIn the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or does not come on at all, the SR

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera-tion of vehicle controls. The

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GShould you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the passenger seat of your vehicle, you must

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyiAirbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts (front airbags, driver-side kneebag) and side im

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbagWhen you sell your vehicle, we strongly

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyFront airbagsDriver and passenger airbags are de-ployed:앫 in the event of a frontal impact앫 if impact exceeds a pr

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyHead-thorax airbagsThe head-thorax airbags are deployed: 앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle앫 in impacts exceedi

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAlways fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restraine

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GDamaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchorin

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts are equipped with emergen-cy tensioning d

ContentsOperation ... 237The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ... 238Driving instructions...

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyRoll bar The roll bar raises automatically in an acci-dent or in a critical driving situation. You can also raise

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyLowering the roll barIf the roll bar was raised manually:왘 Lift the switch for the retractable hard-top.왘 Press an

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GNever release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM1 airbag deactivation systemSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for use with the Merce

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GThe BabySmartTM airbag deactivation sys-tem will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate

74Safety and SecurityPanic alarm왔 Panic alarmAn audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 21/2minutes.1 Â buttonActivat

75Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫

76Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsABSThe Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braki

77Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 282).BASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) opera

78Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction

ContentsPractical hints ... 281What to do if … ... 282Lamps in instrument cluster ...

79Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 282).Switching off the ESPTo improve the ve

80Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsIf one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ABS/ESP warning lamp v in the in-strument cluster flashes, re

81Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSBC brake systemThe SBC brake system combines a hydrau-lic brake circuit with electronically con-trolled br

82Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe SBC brake system is automatically ac-tivated when you앫 unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or the Smar

83Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe SBC brake servo assistance switches off automatically앫 approximately two minutes after you turned the S

84Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systems왔 Anti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activat

85Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsAnti-theft alarm systemOnce the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someo

86Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming the alarm systemThe alarm system is disarmed when you unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLES

87Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming tow-away alarmWhen you lock your vehicle, the tow-away alarm is automatically armed after about 30 secon

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ContentsFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ... 386Capacities ... 386Engine oils...

89Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityAutomatic cl

90Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왔In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment inst

91Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signals flash once. The locking knobs in the doors m

92Controls in detailLocking and unlockingRestoring to factory setting왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about six seconds until batte

93Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLoss of SmartKey or mechanical keyIf you lose a SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following:왘 Hav

94Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (컄

95Controls in detailLocking and unlocking앫 To lock or unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey must be located outside the vehicle within approximately 3 ft (

96Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Grasp the door handle.The vehicle will lock again automatically within appro

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking the trunk lidThe handle is located above the rear li-cense plate recess.1 Handle왘 Pull on handle 1.

98Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking the vehicle1 Trunk lock button왘 Press trunk lock button 1 or the lock button on the door handle (컄 pa