Mercedes-Benz 2000 SL-Class Instruction Manuals and User Guides
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| Pages: | 297 |
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- SL500 SL600
- Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
- Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it e...
- Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your...
- • Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where...
- • Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where...
- • Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you...
- • Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help i...
- We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
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- Product information 7
- Operator’s manual 8
- Where to find it 13
- Problems with your vehicle 14
- Reporting Safety Defects 15
- Instruments and controls
- Instruments and controls 18
- Door control panel 20
- Operation
- Vehicle keys 28
- Remote control with folding master key 28
- Central locking system 30
- Remote control 30
- Start lock-out 34
- General notes on the central locking system 34
- Doors 35
- Central locking switch 37
- Automatic central locking 38
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident 39
- Trunk 39
- Trunk lid release switch 40
- Power windows 41
- Antitheft alarm system 42
- Tow-away alarm 43
- Power seats 44
- Storing position in memory 46
- Backrest 48
- Multicontour seats 49
- Seat heater 50
- Seat belts and integrated restraint system 52
- Seat belts 52
- Seat belt nonusage warning system 53
- BabySmart
- Self-test BabySmart
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 59
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 60
- Airbags 60
- Front airbags 62
- Adjusting steering column 70
- Storing steering column position in memory 70
- Rear view mirrors 71
- Inside rear view mirror 71
- Instrument cluster 74
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76
- Flexible service system (FSS) 80
- Engine oil level indicator in odometer display field 82
- Fuel consumption gauge 83
- Engine oil temperature gauge 83
- Engine oil consumption 83
- Exterior lamp switch 84
- Standing lamps 85
- Combination switch 86
- Blocked windshield wiper 88
- Hazard warning flasher switch 89
- Automatic climate control 90
- Display and controls 92
- Audio and telephone, operation 98
- Power windows 116
- Express opening of door windows 117
- Roll bar 118
- Interior lighting 120
- Interior lamps 120
- Sunshade, manual 121
- Power sunshade 122
- Sun visors 123
- Illuminated vanity mirror 123
- Interior 124
- Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard 124
- Interior central locking system 125
- Armrest 127
- Console storage compartments 127
- Cup holder 128
- Parcel net in passenger footwell 128
- Door pockets 129
- Rear storage compartment 129
- Ashtray with lighter 130
- Lighter 131
- Telephone, general 132
- Garage door opener 133
- Hardtop or panorama roof 137
- Removing hardtop 137
- Soft top 143
- Lowering soft top 144
- Wind screen 148
- Antenna 151
- Driving
- Control and operation of radio transmitters 153
- Radio, telephone and two-way radio 153
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 154
- Maintenance 154
- Tele Aid 155
- Catalytic converter 163
- Emission control 164
- Steering lock 165
- Starting and turning off the engine 167
- Before starting 167
- Automatic transmission 168
- Driving 168
- Parking brake 175
- Driving instructions 176
- Drive sensibly - Save fuel 176
- Drive sensibly - Save fuel 176
- Drinking and driving 176
- Pedals 176
- Power assistance 177
- Brakes 177
- Driving off 178
- Parking 178
- Tires 179
- Aquaplaning 180
- Tire traction 180
- Tire speed rating 181
- Snow chains 181
- Vehicles with sport package 181
- Winter driving instructions 182
- Winter driving 183
- Block heater 183
- Deep water 184
- Traveling abroad 184
- Cruise control 185
- Brake assist system (BAS) 188
- Antilock brake system (ABS) 190
- ABS control 191
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 192
- Synchronizing ESP 193
- Level control system 196
- Level control switch positions 196
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS) 199
- Adaptive damping system adjustment 199
- What you should know at the gas station 200
- Fuel supply 200
- Check regularly and before a long trip 202
- Instrument cluster display
- Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 204
- On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 204
- On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 204
- Brake warning lamp 204
- Brake pad wear indicator lamp 205
- Seat belt warning lamp 206
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 206
- Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 207
- Electronic stability program (ESP) - warning lamp 207
- BAS-/ESP malfunction indicator lamp 207
- ABS malfunction indicator lamp 208
- Low engine coolant level warning lamp 209
- Low windshield and headlamp washer system fluid level warning lamp 210
- Low engine oil level warning lamp 210
- Charge indicator lamp 211
- Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp 211
- Roll bar warning lamp 212
- ADS indicator lamp 212
- High beam indicator lamp 213
- Additional function indicator lamps (in the odometer display) 213
- Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard) 213
- Passenger airbag indicator lamp 213
- Practical hints
- First aid kit 215
- Stowing things in the vehicle 215
- Vehicle tools 216
- Vehicle jack 217
- Fuses 218
- Hood 219
- Automatic transmission fluid level 221
- Checking engine oil level 221
- Coolant level 223
- Adding coolant 224
- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 225
- Wheels 226
- Tire replacement 226
- Rotating wheels 227
- Spare wheel 228
- Changing wheels 230
- Tire inflation pressure 234
- Battery 236
- Battery Recycling 237
- Jump starting 238
- Towing the vehicle 240
- Exterior lamps 242
- Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
- Changing batteries in the remote control 251
- Synchronizing 252
- Raising soft top manually 253
- Replacing wiper blade insert 257
- Manual release of fuel filler flap 259
- Trunk lamp 259
- Vehicle care
- Cleaning and care of the vehicle 261
- Power washer 262
- Power washer 262
- Tar stains 262
- Paintwork, Painted Body Components 262
- Engine cleaning 263
- Vehicle washing 263
- Ornamental moldings 263
- Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses 263
- Window cleaning 264
- Light alloy wheels 264
- Instrument cluster 264
- Steering wheel and gear selector lever 264
- Cup holder 264
- Seat belts 265
- Headliner, shelf behind roll bars, and other hard plastic trim items 265
- Soft top 265
- Headliner 266
- Wind screen 266
- Automatic antenna 266
- Wiper blade 266
- Headlamp cleaning system 266
- Leather upholstery 267
- Plastic and rubber parts 267
- Illuminated door sill panels 267
- Technical data
- Spare parts service 269
- Warranty coverage 269
- Identification labels 270
- Layout of poly-V-belt drive 271
- Engine 272
- Rims - Tires 273
- Weights 275
- Main Dimensions 275
- Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 276
- Engine oils 278
- Engine oil additives 278
- Air conditioner refrigerant 278
- Brake fluid 278
- Premium unleaded gasoline 279
- Fuel requirements 279
- Gasoline additives 280
- Coolants 280
- Consumer information 282
- Index
- Index 285
- Introduction
- Introduction
- Introduction
- Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:
- We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories expli...
- We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability f...
- We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible f...
- Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are avail...
- Operator’s manual
- Operator’s manual
- This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefu...
- For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instruction...
- Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may f...
- Service and warranty information
- The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties c...
- • New Car Limited Warranty,
- 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 of the purc...
- Maintenance
- The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at reg...
- Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Be...
- Roadside assistance
- The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the even...
- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
- will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24hours a day, 365days a year.
- For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in you...
- Change of address or ownership
- If you change your address, be sure to send in the
- If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to t...
- If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the
- Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
- If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:
- • Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
- Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Pro...
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- We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the...
- Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever ne...
- If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, you...
- The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the veh...
- Where to find it
- Problems with your vehicle
- Reporting Safety Defects
- Introduction
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- Instruments and controls
- Instruments and controls
- Instruments and controls
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- 1 Door control panel, see page
- Door control panel
- Overhead control panel
- Dashboard
- Dashboard
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- 1 Side air outlet, adjustable, see page
- 1 Side air outlet, adjustable, see page
- 2 Level control switch and wheel change switch, see page
- 3 Exterior lamp switch, see page
- 4 Parking brake release, see page
- 5 Hood lock release, see page
- 6 Parking brake pedal, see page
- 7 Combination switch, see page
- 8 Cruise control switch, see page
- 9 Horn
- 10 Airbag, see page
- 11 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions
- 12 Instrument cluster, see page
- 13 Steering lock with ignition/starter switch, see page
- 14 Center air outlets adjustable, see page
- 15 Heated air supply button - center air outlet, see page
- 16 Non-heated/cooled air supply button - center air outlet, see page
- 17 Storage/eyeglasses compartment, see page
- 18 Air volume control for left air outlet, see page
- 19 Air volume control for center air outlets, see page
- 20 Air volume control for right air outlet, see page
- 21 Airbag off indicator lamp, see page
- 22 Automatic climate control, see page
- 23 Audio system, see page
- 24 Trunk lid release switch, see page
- 25 Switch for tow-away alarm, see page
- 26 Central locking switch, see page
- 27 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page
- 28 Adaptive damping system adjustment switch, see page
- 29 ESP control switch, see page
- 30 Roll bar operation switch, see page
- Center console
- Instruments and controls
- Contents – Operation
- Contents – Operation
- Vehicle keys 28
- Remote control with folding master key 28
- Central locking system 30
- Remote control 30
- Start lock-out 34
- General notes on the central locking system 34
- Doors 35
- Central locking switch 37
- Automatic central locking 38
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident 39
- Trunk 39
- Trunk lid release switch 40
- Power windows 41
- Antitheft alarm system 42
- Tow-away alarm 43
- Power seats 44
- Storing position in memory 46
- Backrest 48
- Multicontour seats 49
- Seat heater 50
- Seat belts and integrated restraint system 52
- Seat belts 52
- Seat belt nonusage warning system 53
- BabySmart
- Self-test BabySmart
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 59
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 60
- Airbags 60
- Front airbags 62
- Adjusting steering column 70
- Storing steering column position in memory 70
- Rear view mirrors 71
- Inside rear view mirror 71
- Instrument cluster 74
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76
- Flexible service system (FSS) 80
- Engine oil level indicator in odometer display field 82
- Fuel consumption gauge 83
- Engine oil temperature gauge 83
- Engine oil consumption 83
- Exterior lamp switch 84
- Standing lamps 85
- Combination switch 86
- Blocked windshield wiper 88
- Hazard warning flasher switch 89
- Automatic climate control 90
- Display and controls 92
- Audio and telephone, operation 98
- Power windows 116
- Express opening of door windows 117
- Roll bar 118
- Interior lighting 120
- Interior lamps 120
- Sunshade, manual 121
- Power sunshade 122
- Sun visors 123
- Illuminated vanity mirror 123
- Interior 124
- Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard 124
- Interior central locking system 125
- Armrest 127
- Console storage compartments 127
- Cup holder 128
- Parcel net in passenger footwell 128
- Door pockets 129
- Rear storage compartment 129
- Ashtray with lighter 130
- Lighter 131
- Telephone, general 132
- Garage door opener 133
- Hardtop or panorama roof 137
- Removing hardtop 137
- Soft top 143
- Lowering soft top 144
- Wind screen 148
- Antenna 151
- Operation
- Operation
- Operation
- Included with your vehicle are:
- • 2 remote controls with folding master keys,
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- Remote control with folding master key
- Remote control with folding master key
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- The remote control operates all locks on the vehicle.
- To release the key, press button(1). The key unfolds from the holder by itself.
- The transmitter for the remote control is located in the key holder.
- The infrared receivers are located in the door handles.
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- Keys:Valet key
- To prevent access to trunk by using the valet key(2), the luggage cover must be open.
- Notes:
- Obtaining replacement keys
- Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufactur...
- Central locking system
- Central locking system
- Remote control
- Locking and unlocking
- Choosing global or selective mode on remote control
- Opening the trunk
- Panic button
- Panic button
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- To activate press and hold button(1) for at least one second. An audible alarm and blinking exte...
- To deactivate press button(1) again, or turn key in steering lock to position2.
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- Note:
- For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is s...
- (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unde...
- Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equip...
- Start lock-out
- General notes on the central locking system
- Doors
- Doors
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- 1 Opening – pull handle
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- The entire vehicle may be locked or unlocked by either using the master key in driver’s door or t...
- Note:
- When you lock the vehicle, both door lock buttons should move down. If any one stays up, the resp...
- You should then unlock the vehicle, open and reclose this door, and lock the vehicle again. Each ...
- If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, only the door being opened from the i...
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- Central locking switch
- Central locking switch
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- 1 Locking
- The central locking switch is located in the center console.
- The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch, if both doors are closed.
- Notes:
- If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the selective remo...
- If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global remote ...
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- Automatic central locking
- Automatic central locking
- The central locking switch also operates the automatic central locking.
- With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle sp...
- To activate:
- With key in steering lock position2 hold upper portion of switch(1) for a minimum of 5seconds.
- To deactivate:
- With key in steering lock position2 hold lower portion of switch(2) for a minimum of 5seconds.
- Notes:
- Important!
- Important!
- When towing the vehicle, or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand, please, note the follow...
- With the automatic central locking activated and the key in steering lock position2, the vehicle...
- To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking.
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident
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- 0 Neutral position – push to open (arrow)
- When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle.
- To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. ...
- Notes:
- Important!
- Lower trunk lid using handle and close it with hands placed flat on edges on trunk.
- Trunk lid release switch
- Trunk lid release switch
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- 1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console
- To release the trunk lid, the vehicle must be at standstill and unlocked with the remote control....
- The indicator lamp (1) in the switch remains on with trunk lid released.
- Notes:
- Notes:
- With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be released by using the remote control. Press
- The trunk lid cannot be released by the switch when previously locked separately with the key. To...
- The trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid release switch when the vehicle was previously ...
- Power windows
- Power windows
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- 1 Opening
- When locking doors or trunk, turn key in door lock or trunk lock to position3 and hold. The wind...
- To interrupt the closing procedure, turn key to position2.
- When unlocking doors or trunk, turn key in door lock or trunk lock to position1 and hold. The wi...
- To interrupt the opening procedure, turn key to position2.
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- Antitheft alarm system
- Antitheft alarm system
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- 1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console
- The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control or any of your veh...
- The antitheft alarm is armed within approx. 10seconds after locking the vehicle.
- A blinking lamp(1) indicates that the alarm is armed.
- Operation:
- Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sou...
- • opens a door,
- The alarm will last approximately 3minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time ...
- The antitheft alarm system is switched off automatically if the vehicle is unlocked with the elec...
- Tow-away alarm
- Tow-away alarm
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- The switch is located in the center console.
- 1 Press to switch off
- Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sou...
- The alarm will last approximately 3minutes in the form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same t...
- The tow-away alarm system is switched off automatically if the vehicle is unlocked with the elect...
- If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See...
- To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the...
- To do so, turn key in steering lock to position1 or0, or remove key from steering lock. Press t...
- Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with key or remote control.
- The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with key or remote cont...
- Power seats
- Power seats
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- The switches are located in both doors.
- Turn key in steering lock to position1 or2 (with either door open, the power seats can also be ...
- The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate c...
- We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order:
- 1 Seat, up/down
- 1 Seat, up/down
- Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient hea...
- 2 Seat adjustment, fore/aft
- Press the switch (fore/aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still ...
- 3 Seat cushion tilt
- Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported.
- 4 Backrest tilt
- Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until the backrest is in an almost upright positio...
- 5 Head restraint
- Adjust the head restraint so that the upper portion of the shoulder belt is located as close as p...
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- Storing position in memory
- 6 Memory button
- After the seat and head restraint are positioned, push memory button (6), release, and within 3s...
- Using the same position button, the steering wheel position and exterior rear view mirror positio...
- Recalling stored positions
- Press position button
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- Important!
- Important!
- Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should adjust the seat height for proper vision as wel...
- In addition, also adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control, reach, operation, and com...
- Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rearward vision.
- Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint sy...
- All seat, head restraint, rear view mirror, and steering wheel adjustments as well as fastening o...
- Backrest
- Backrest
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- Folding forward:
- Lift lever and fold forwards.
- Folding back:
- Fold backrest back until it audibly locks in place.
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- Note:
- Note:
- If the backrest and seat belt warning lamp
- Always provide sufficient room behind the backrest and fold the backrest all the way back until i...
- The warning lamp goes out as soon as both backrests are locked in place.
- If both backrests are locked in place and the warning lamp does not go out, have the system check...
- Multicontour seats
- Multicontour seats
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- Switch is located on side of seat.
- We recommend to adjust the multicontour seat in the following order:
- 1 Seat cushion depth
- Some models may be equipped with multicontour seats. These seats have movable seat cushions, and ...
- The seat cushion movement and amount of backrest cushion height and curvature can be continuously...
- The side bolsters of the backrest can be adjusted with rocker switch (4):
- • press down forward end - increase side support,
- If the engine is turned off, the last cushion setting is retained in memory, and automatically ad...
- Seat heater
- Seat heater
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- The seat heater switches are located on the center console.
- The seat heaters can be switched on with the key in steering lock positions 1 or 2.
- Press switch to turn on seat heater:
- 1 Normal seat heating mode. One indicator lamp in the switch lights up.
- Turning off seat heater:
- If one indicator lamp is on, press upper half of switch.
- If both indicator lamps are one, press lower half of switch.
- If left on, the seat heater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation.
- Note:
- Note:
- When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is not advisab...
- The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the ...
- If the blinking of the indicator lamps is distracting to you, the seat heaters can be switched off.
- Seat belts and integrated restraint system
- Seat belts
- Seat belts
- Important!
- Important!
- Laws in most states and all Canadian provinces require seat belt use.
- All states and provinces require use of child restraints that comply with U.S. Federal Motor Vehi...
- All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap b...
- For your safety and that of your passenger we strongly recommend their use.
- Note:
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- Seat belt nonusage warning system
- With the key in steering lock position2, a warning sounds for a short time if the driver’s seat ...
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- Fastening of seat belts
- Fastening of seat belts
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- 1 Latch plate
- Pull belt with latch plate(1) across shoulder and lap. Push latch plate(1) into buckle(2) unti...
- To help avoid severe or fatal injuries, the lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on y...
- Do not twist the belt. A twisted seat belt may cause injury.
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- The shoulder portion of the seat belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immediately af...
- Operation of seat belts
- The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during sudden vehicle stops or when quickly pullin...
- The locking function of the reel may be checked by quickly pulling out the belt.
- Caution!
- Seat belts:Unfastening
- Seat belts:Unfastening
- Push the release button (3) in the belt buckle (2).
- Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate (1).
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- BabySmart
- BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system
- Self-test BabySmart
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- Airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airba...
- The SRS uses two crash severity levels (thresholds) to activate either the emergency tensioning r...
- Seat belt fastened
- • first threshold exceeded: ETR activates
- Seat belt not fastened
- • first threshold exceeded: airbag activates, but not ETR
- Driver and passenger systems operate independently of each other.
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR)
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR)
- The seat belts are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors. These tensioning retractors are...
- The emergency tensioning retractors are designed to activate only when the seat belts are fastene...
- In cases of other frontal impacts, rollovers, certain side impacts, rear collisions or other acci...
- For seat belt and emergency tensioning retractor safety guidelines see page
- Airbags
- Airbags
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- 1 Driver airbag
- The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the ...
- In conjunction with wearing the seat belts, the driver and passenger airbags can provide increase...
- The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp "SRS" in the ins...
- The following system components are monitored or undergo a selfcheck: crash-sensor(s), airbag ign...
- Initially, when the key is turned from steering lock position 0 to positions 1 or 2, malfunctions...
- Have the system checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center immediately.
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- Front airbags
- Side impact airbags
- Side impact airbags
- The side impact airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a preset ...
- The passenger side impact airbag deploys only if the passenger seat is occupied.
- Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a properly positioned and fastened seat belt.
- Note:
- Important!
- Important!
- Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side i...
- Only during these types of impacts, if of sufficient severity to meet the deployment thresholds, ...
- The driver and passenger must always wear their seat belts, otherwise it is not possible for the ...
- In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts, roll-overs, other side impacts, rear collision...
- We caution you not to rely on the presence of the airbags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt.
- Your vehicle was originally equipped with airbags which are designed to activate in certain impac...
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- Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag
- Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag
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- When you sell the vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is ...
- Infant and child restraint systems
- Infant and child restraint systems
- Use only a BabySmart
- We recommend that all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle ...
- The passenger lap-shoulder belt has a special seat belt retractor for secure fastening of a child...
- To fasten a child restraint follow child restraint instructions for routing. Then pull shoulder b...
- To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can a...
- Important!
- Important!
- The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50states and all Canadian provin...
- Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system pr...
- When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufac...
- Please read and observe warning labels affixed to inside of vehicle and to infant or child restra...
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- BabySmart
- U.S.A. Models only Since 1986 all U.S. child restraints comply with U.S.regulations without the ...
- Adjusting steering column
- Rear view mirrors
- Rear view mirrors
- Inside rear view mirror
- Inside rear view mirror
- Manually adjust the mirror.
- Use your inside mirror to determine the size and distance of objects seen in the passenger side c...
- Antiglare night position
- With the key in steering lock position 2, the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in...
- With gear selector lever in position
- Note:
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- Exterior rear view mirrors
- Exterior rear view mirrors
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- The switch is located on the center console.
- Turn key in steering lock to position2.
- First select the mirror to be adjusted - turn switch:
- 1 Left mirror
- To adjust, toggle the switch forward, backward or to either side.
- With the key in steering lock position 2, the driver’s side mirror reflection brightness responds...
- With gear selector lever in position
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- Notes:
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- Important!
- Storing mirror positions in memory
- The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in memory with the seat/head restraint/steerin...
- Instrument cluster
- Instrument cluster
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1 Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap placement warning lamp (yellow), see page
- 1 Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap placement warning lamp (yellow), see page
- 2 Coolant temperature gauge, see page
- 3 Fuel consumption gauge, see page
- 4 Engine oil temperature gauge, see page
- 5 Left turn signal indicator lamp (green), see combination switch on page
- 6 Knob for intensity of instrument lamps, see page
- 7 Speedometer
- 8 EPS warning lamp (yellow), see page
- 9 Odometer display field, see page
- 10 Main/trip odometer, see page
- 11 Outside temperature indicator, see page
- 12 Right turn signal indicator lamp (green), see combination switch on page
- 13 Tachometer, see page
- 14 Knob for setting clock, see page
- 15 Clock, see page
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
- <GRAPHIC>
- <GRAPHIC>
- Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- High beam, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Battery not being charged properly, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Low windshield and headlamp washer system fluid level see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Coolant level low, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Engine oil level low, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Roll bar warning lamp, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- ESP warning lamp. Adjust driving to road condition, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- ADS indicator lamp, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- BAS/ESP
- <GRAPHIC>
- ABS
- <GRAPHIC>
- Brake pads worn down, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Brake fluid low (except Canada) Parking brake engaged, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Brake fluid low (Canada only) Parking brake engaged, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- SRS malfunction, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- Fasten seat belt, see page
- <GRAPHIC>
- If the lamp comes on when the engine is running, it indicates a malfunction of the fuel managemen...
- Additional function indicator lamps
- Instrument lamps
- Display illumination
- Coolant temperature gauge
- Coolant temperature gauge
- During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise...
- The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in the red zone. Doing so may caus...
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- Outside temperature indicator
- Trip odometer
- Clock
- Tachometer
- Flexible service system (FSS)
- Flexible service system (FSS)
- <GRAPHIC>
- The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions ...
- The symbol
- Depending on operating conditions throughout the year, the next service is calculated and display...
- The symbols
- 9
- The message is displayed for approximately 10seconds when turning the key in steering lock to po...
- Once the suggested term has passed, the message plus symbol
- The FSS display can also be called up for approx. 10seconds with display illuminated by pressing...
- Following a completed A or B service the Mercedes-Benz Center sets the counter to 10 000 miles (C...
- The counter can also be set by any individual. To do so:
- 1. Turn key in steering lock to position 2.
- 1. Turn key in steering lock to position 2.
- 2. Within 4 seconds press button (1) twice.
- 3. The present status for days or distance is displayed. Within 10 seconds turn key in steering l...
- 4. Press and hold button (1), while turning key in steering lock to position 2 again. The present...
- After approx. 10 seconds a signal sounds, and the display shows 10 000 miles (Canada: 15 000 km) ...
- 5. Release button (1).
- If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes-Benz Center correct it.
- Note:
- Note:
- When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more days at a time, such days will not be counted....
- The interval between services is determined by the kind of vehicle operation. For example driving...
- Model SL 500
- The FSS allows for distances between 10 000miles (Canada: 15 000 km) and 20 000 miles (Canada: 3...
- Model SL 600
- The FSS allows for distances between 10 000miles (Canada: 15 000 km) and 16000 miles (Canada: 2...
- However you choose to set your reference numbers, the scheduled services as posted in the Service...
- Checking engine oil level indicator
- Checking engine oil level indicator
- <GRAPHIC>
- Turn electronic key in steering lock to position2 and wait until the symbols
- Within 1second press button
- The following messages are available:
- OK
- -1.0 Q
- -1.5 Q
- -2.0 Q
- If the message
- HI
- The message
- Do not overfill the engine.
- Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned. It could cause damage to engine and catalytic converte...
- The symbol
- The oil level check can be repeated after a short time.
- Perform the oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the odometer display...
- In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz Center.
- Notes:
- Fuel consumption gauge
- Engine oil temperature gauge
- Engine oil temperature gauge
- Normal operating engine oil temperatures are from 175°F (80°C) to 250°F (120°C).
- During severe operating conditions and stop-and-go traffic, the engine oil temperature may rise c...
- The engine should not be operated with the engine oil temperature in the red zone. Doing so may c...
- When the engine oil temperature is close to the red marking, relieve the load on the engine by de...
- Once the engine oil temperature returns to the normal temperature range, the engine oil level sho...
- Engine oil consumption
- Exterior lamp switch
- Exterior lamp switch
- <GRAPHIC>
- D
- D
- Off
- C
- Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, taillamps, licence plate lamps, instrument panel lamps)
- Canada only: When the engine is running, the low beam is additionally switched on.
- B
- Parking lamps plus low beam or high beam headlamps (combination switch pushed forward).
- ˆ
- Standing lamps, right (turn left one stop)
- ‚
- Standing lamps, left (turn left two stops)
- …
- Front fog lamps (pull out one stop) with parking lamps and/or low beam headlamps on. Green indica...
- „
- Rear fog lamp (pull out to second detent) in addition to the front fog lamps. Yellow indicator in...
- Note:
- Note:
- With the key removed and a door open, a warning sounds if the vehicle’s exterior lamps (except st...
- Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and/or the low beam headlamps on. Fog lamps should ...
- Fog lamps are automatically switched off when the exterior lamp switch is turned to position
- Standing lamps
- Daytime running lamp mode
- Night security illumination
- Combination switch
- Combination switch
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1 Low beam (exterior lamp switch position
- To signal minor directional changes, such as changing lanes on a highway, move combination switch...
- To operate the turn signals continuously, move the combination switch past the point of resistanc...
- Turn signal failure
- P54.25-2213-26
- <GRAPHIC>
- <GRAPHIC>
- One wipe without washer water (select only if windshield is wet).
- Headlamp cleaning system
- 7 Windshield wiper
- 0
- Note:
- Blocked windshield wiper
- Windshield wiper smears
- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
- Hazard warning flasher switch
- Automatic climate control
- Automatic climate control
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1 Air volume control for left air outlet, turn left to open.
- Push-buttons for center air outlets
- 6 Heated air supply
- The system is always at operational readiness, except when manually switched off.
- The automatic climate control only operates with the engine running.
- The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting. The temperature selec...
- The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a higher or lower temperature.
- The automatic climate control removes considerable moisture from the air during operation in the ...
- Important!
- Display and controls
- Basic setting - automatic mode
- Economy
- Special settings
- Special settings
- Defogging windows
- Switch off
- Press
- Press
- <GRAPHIC>
- Turn wheels (1 and 3) left to open left and right side air outlets (5).
- Automatic climate control:Defrosting
- Turn wheels (1 and 3) left to open left and right side air outlets (5).
- Press
- <GRAPHIC>
- Press
- Rear window defroster
- Turn electronic key in steering lock to position2.
- To select, press
- To cancel, press
- Note:
- Note:
- Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster.
- The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, t...
- The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 12minutes of operation.
- If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously, or the battery is only partially charged...
- As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage, the defroster automatically turns itself back on.
- Air distribution
- <GRAPHIC>
- Press
- Air volume
- Press
- To switch the automatic climate control off, press
- <GRAPHIC>
- The fresh air supply to the car interior is shut off.
- While driving, use this setting only temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up.
- To switch the automatic climate control on again, press
- Air recirculation
- This mode can be selected to temporarily reduce the entry of annoying odors or dust into the vehi...
- Outside air is not supplied to the car’s interior.
- To select, press
- To cancel, press
- The system will automatically switch from recirculated air to fresh air
- • after approx. 5minutes at outside temperatures below approx.40
- Notes:
- At high outside temperatures, the system automatically engages the recirculated air mode thereby ...
- Residual engine heat utilization
- With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue heating the interior for a short while.
- Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically.
- To select:
- Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or0 or remove electronic key.
- Press
- This function selection will not activate if the battery charge level is insufficient.
- To cancel:
- Press
- The system will automatically shut off
- • If you turn electronic key in steering lock to position2,
- Dust filter
- Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger com...
- Notes:
- Audio and telephone, operation
- Operating safety
- Operating and display elements
- Anti-theft system
- Button and soft key operation
- Operation
- Radio mode
- Cassette mode
- Cassette mode
- Playing cassettes
- Cassette eject
- Track selection
- Track search forwards/backwards
- Fast forward/reverse
- Scanning
- DolbyNR
- CD mode
- CD mode
- General notes on CD mode
- General notes on CD mode
- Should excessive temperatures occur while in CD mode,
- Should temperatures occur while in CD mode which are too low,
- Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback.
- Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs. Do not write on the CDs or apply any label to the CDs.
- Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth. No solvents, anti-stati...
- Replace the CD in its container after use. Protect CDs from heat and direct sunlight.
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- 1 Optional equipment
- CD changer installed
- Loading/emptying the CD magazine
- Playing CDs
- Skipping tracks forwards/backwards
- Fast forward/reverse
- Scanning
- Random play/repeat function
- Direct track selection
- Telephone operation
- Telephone operation
- Various functions of the Mercedes-Benz integrated cellular telephone
- Switching the telephone on and off
- Entering telephone number and starting dialing process
- Calling up the phone book
- Switching between name search and number search
- Searching and selecting phone book entries by name
- Searching and selecting phone book entries by number
- Placing a call
- Manual repeat dialing (redial)
- Accepting incoming call in telephone mode
- Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode
- Terminating call
- Component malfunctions
- Power windows
- Power windows
- <GRAPHIC>
- Power window switches located on center console
- Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.
- Press switch in to resistance point:
- k
- Release switch when window is in desired position.
- Express opening of door windows
- Synchronizing power windows
- Roll bar
- Roll bar
- <GRAPHIC>
- The switch is located in the center console.
- Turn key in steering lock to position2.
- Press switch
- Upper half = to raise
- Lower half = to lower
- The lowering or raising procedure is immediately interrupted by releasing the roll bar switch.
- If the roll bar was raised using the switch, it will be automatically lowered when activating the...
- The roll bar will be automatically raised in an accident or in a potentially dangerous driving si...
- The roll bar can be lowered again after an automatic deployment by pressing the upper half of the...
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- Items being transported in the area behind the seats should be placed in such a manner as not to ...
- Note:
- In this case, drive only with the roll bar raised until the problem has been corrected. Raise the...
- Have the system checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center as soon as possible.
- Important!
- Interior lighting
- Sunshade, manual
- Power sunshade
- Sun visors
- Illuminated vanity mirror
- Interior
- Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard
- Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1 Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment)
- Opening compartment (1):
- Press button (2).
- Locking:
- Turn master key in lock (3) to the right and remove.
- Unlocking:
- Turn master key back to vertical position.
- Caution!
- Note:
- Interior central locking system
- Interior central locking system
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1 Initial position (integrated with vehicle central locking system)
- The following storage compartments are part of the interior central locking system:
- • eyeglasses compartment in the dashboard
- Integration with vehicle central locking system
- When locking or unlocking the vehicle from the outside by using the master key, the interior stor...
- Separate locking of storage compartments
- Locking:
- Turn master key to position 2 and remove from lock. The storage compartments remain locked- even ...
- Unlocking:
- Turn master key to position 1 and remove from lock.
- If the vehicle was locked from the outside, the storage compartments remain in the locked mode un...
- Note:
- If the interior storage compartments are to remain locked (for example while in a repair shop), l...
- When unlocking a door from the inside, on a vehicle previously locked from the outside, the stora...
- In case of a malfunction the eyeglasses compartment can still be opened. To do so, turn the maste...
- Armrest
- Console storage compartments
- Cup holder
- Parcel net in passenger footwell
- Door pockets
- Rear storage compartment
- Ashtray with lighter
- Ashtray with lighter
- <GRAPHIC>
- Ashtray in center console
- By touching the bottom of the cover lightly, the ashtray opens automatically.
- Prior to removing the ashtray insert, move the gear selector lever to position
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- To remove ashtray:
- Push sliding knob (1) toward the right to eject the insert.
- To install ashtray:
- Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage.
- Lighter
- Telephone, general
- Garage door opener
- Garage door opener
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1 Signal transmitter keys
- The built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled objects.
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- Notes:
- For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is s...
- (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unde...
- Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equip...
- Programming or reprogramming the integrated remote control:
- 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
- 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
- 2. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter of the device you wish to train approximately2 to 5...
- 3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand- held transmitter button and the desired integr...
- 4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control will flash, first slowly and then rapidly....
- Note:
- Rolling code programming:
- To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, foll...
- 1. Locate training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. Exact location and color of ...
- 1. Locate training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. Exact location and color of ...
- 2. Press
- Note:
- Following step2, there are 30seconds to initiate step3.
- 3. Firmly press and release the programmed integrated remote control transmit button. Press and r...
- 4. Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the programmed button on the integrated remote c...
- Canadian programming:
- During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting. Continue to p...
- Operation of remote control:
- 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
- Erasing the remote control memory:
- 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
- Hardtop or panorama roof
- Hardtop or panorama roof
- The removal or attachment of the hardtop can be carried out by 2 persons.
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- Removing hardtop
- Removing hardtop
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1. Engage parking brake.
- 1. Engage parking brake.
- 2. Open doors.
- 3. Disconnect plug (1) for rear window defroster.
- <GRAPHIC>
- Please note, if soft top switch is activated after 10seconds have expired, turn the key back to ...
- The unlocking procedure begins after approx. 2seconds:
- • The roll bar lowers.
- <GRAPHIC>
- Important!
- Removal of the key from the steering lock is a safety measure ensuring that the key cannot be tur...
- 6. Lift the hardtop vertically from its attachment points (3) and locating points (4) and careful...
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- Attaching hardtop
- Attaching hardtop
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1. Engage parking brake and turn key in steering lock to position 2.
- 1. Engage parking brake and turn key in steering lock to position 2.
- 2. Lower roll bar, see page
- 3. Open doors.
- 4. Turn radio and telephone off to lower power antenna, turn key in steering lock to position0 a...
- 5. From the rear of the vehicle, lift the hardtop carefully over the attachment points (1) and lo...
- <GRAPHIC>
- 7. Slide soft top switch (3) forward - the hardtop should lock and the indicator lamp in the swit...
- <GRAPHIC>
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- Notes:
- Soft top
- Soft top
- A minimum height clearance of 6.5ft (2m) is required to lower or raise the soft top.
- Do not lower a frozen soft top until thawed and dry. Doing so may result in damage not covered by...
- To prevent mildew, the soft top must be dry before lowering it into the storage compartment.
- The soft top should not be lowered or raised at outside temperatures below +5˚F (-15˚C), since th...
- The lowering or raising procedure is immediately interrupted by releasing the soft top switch.
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- Lowering soft top
- Lowering soft top
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1. Engage parking brake.
- 1. Engage parking brake.
- 2. Turn key in steering lock to position2.
- 3. Slide soft top switch (1) back and hold:
- • The side windows lower
- • The side windows lower
- • The side windows lower
- • The roll bar lowers.
- • The indicator lamp in the soft top switch lights up.
- • The soft top is lowered into the soft top storage compartment.
- • The storage compartment cover closes and locks.
- • The indicator lamp in the switch goes out - the lowering procedure is completed.
- • The side windows lower
- If the soft top switch is held or is released and slid back again within approx. 2 seconds, the s...
- However, the side windows and the roll bar can also be activated using their respective switches.
- Note:
- Raising soft top
- Raising soft top
- <GRAPHIC>
- 1. Engage parking brake
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- However, the side windows and the roll bar can also be activated using their respective switches.
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- For safety reasons, the soft top cannot be unlocked while driving.
- However, if the soft top is not completely locked, it can be locked while driving by pushing the ...
- If the indicator lamp in the soft top switch blinks while activating the switch,
- • the battery voltage may be insufficient - start engine and let run while activating switch,
- To raise the soft top, for safety reasons, first remove key from steering lock. Lower soft top by...
- To lower the soft top, first resynchronize the power windows. See page
- If the indicator lamp continues to blink, lock the soft top manually. See page
- Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes- Benz Center as soon as possible.
- Note:
- Whenever possible, park vehicle in the shade as continuous exposure to sun rays can prematurely d...
- Permanent creases in the plastic window, caused by storage of the soft top in the storage compart...
- The soft top may become moldy if it is kept in the storage compartment for an extended period.
- Therefore, we recommend raising and airing it thoroughly with the side windows open (do not expos...
- Wind screen
- Wind screen
- The wind screen is stored in a trunk mounted container(1) which is fastened by clamps (arrows).
- Installation
- 1. Raise roll bar partially using switch on center console, see page
- Setting up
- Push top of wind screen fully forward against internal stop.
- Removal
- 1. Fold down top of wind screen.
- The wind screen can be stored in a trunk mounted container.
- Antenna
- Operation
- D
- D
- Control and operation of radio transmitters 153
- Radio, telephone and two-way radio 153
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 154
- Maintenance 154
- Tele Aid 155
- Catalytic converter 163
- Emission control 164
- Steering lock 165
- Starting and turning off the engine 167
- Before starting 167
- Automatic transmission 168
- Driving 168
- Parking brake 175
- Driving instructions 176
- Drive sensibly - Save fuel 176
- Drive sensibly - Save fuel 176
- Drinking and driving 176
- Pedals 176
- Power assistance 177
- Brakes 177
- Driving off 178
- Parking 178
- Tires 179
- Aquaplaning 180
- Tire traction 180
- Tire speed rating 181
- Snow chains 181
- Vehicles with sport package 181
- Winter driving instructions 182
- Winter driving 183
- Block heater 183
- Deep water 184
- Traveling abroad 184
- Cruise control 185
- Brake assist system (BAS) 188
- Antilock brake system (ABS) 190
- ABS control 191
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 192
- Synchronizing ESP 193
- Level control system 196
- Level control switch positions 196
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS) 199
- Adaptive damping system adjustment 199
- What you should know at the gas station 200
- Fuel supply 200
- Check regularly and before a long trip 202
- Driving
- Driving
- Driving
- Radio, telephone and two-way radio
- Telephones and two-way radio
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)
- The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied you wil...
- During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle driving) and excessive engine speeds.
- Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting t...
- After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum.
- Maintenance
- Maintenance
- Approximately 30 days or 2000 miles (2000 km) prior to the next recommended service, the remainin...
- We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center...
- Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Service Booklet at the designated t...
- Tele Aid
- Tele Aid
- Important!
- (
- The TeleAid system consists of three types of response; automatic and manual emergency, roadside...
- The TeleAid system is always operational, providing that the vehicle’s battery is charged and pr...
- System self-check
- Emergency calls
- Emergency calls
- An emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the Emergency Tension...
- Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp in the
- A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be establish...
- The Tele Aid system is available if:
- • it has been activated and is operational. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring ser...
- Note:
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- Tele Aid:Initiating an emergency call
- P54.30-3045-26
- Tele Aid:Roadside Assistance
- Tele Aid:Roadside Assistance
- Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button
- A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle wi...
- If the vehicle requires more than Sign and Drive services, the Mercedes-Benz Roadside assistance ...
- For other than Sign and Drive services, labor and/or towing charges may apply. Refer to the Roa...
- Notes:
- Tele Aid:Information
- Tele Aid:Information
- Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button
- A voice connection between the Client Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the v...
- If you have chosen the Route Guidance Service (an optional service available at additional cost i...
- For more details concerning this optional service, please contact the Response Center at1-800-75...
- Notes:
- Important!
- Upgrade Signals
- Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority.
- • Automatic emergency–First priority
- Should a higher priority call be initiated while you are connected, an upgrade (alternating) tone...
- Important!
- Notes:
- Remote door unlock
- Vehicle location/stolen vehicle tracking services
- Vehicle location/stolen vehicle tracking services
- Should you wish to locate your vehicle, contact the MercedesBenz Response Center at 1-800-756-90...
- In the event your vehicle was stolen, report the incident to the police who will issue a numbered...
- The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele Aid system. The key ...
- Important!
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- Catalytic converter
- Emission control
- Steering lock
- Steering lock
- <GRAPHIC>
- 0 The key can be withdrawn in this position only. The steering is locked when the electronic key ...
- 0 The key can be withdrawn in this position only. The steering is locked when the electronic key ...
- The key can be removed only with your foot off the brake pedal and the selector level in position
- 1 Steering is unlocked.
- (If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the key to be turned clockwise to position 1.)
- Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information see respective subjects.
- 2 Driving position.
- 3 Starting position.
- See page
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- Notes:
- Notes:
- A warning sounds when the driver’s door is opened while the key is in steering lock position 1 or 0.
- With the engine at idle speed, the charging rate of the alternator (output) is limited.
- It is therefore recommended that you turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in s...
- Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the followi...
- Caution!
- Starting and turning off the engine
- Starting and turning off the engine
- Before starting
- Starting
- Starting
- Do not depress accelerator. Briefly turn key in steering lock clockwise to the stop and release. ...
- If engine will not run, and the starting procedure stops, turn key completely to the left and rep...
- After several unsuccessful attempts, have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-B...
- Important!
- Turning off
- Automatic transmission
- Automatic transmission
- The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon
- • Selector lever position
- The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, dependent on the driving style, the driving si...
- Important!
- Driving
- Accelerator Position
- Selector lever positions
- Selector lever positions
- <GRAPHIC>
- The automatic gear shifting process can be adapted to specific operating conditions using the sel...
- <GRAPHIC>
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- Park position
- The park position is to be used when parking the vehicle. Engage only with the vehicle stopped. T...
- Note:
- The key can be removed from the steering lock only with the foot off the brake pedal and the sele...
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- Reverse gear
- Depending on the program mode selector switch position
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- Neutral
- No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle. When the brakes are released, the vehi...
- Important!
- Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with selector lever in
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- The transmission automatically upshifts through 5th gear. Position
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- Upshift through 4th gear only. Suitable for performance driving. To shift from position
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- Upshift through 3rd gear only. Suitable for moderately steep hills. Since the transmission does n...
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- Upshift through 2nd gear only. For driving in mountainous regions or under extreme operating cond...
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- Use this position, which makes maximum use of the engine’s braking effect, while descending very ...
- Important!
- Important!
- With selector lever in position
- During the brief warm-up period this delayed upshift and increased engine noise might be perceive...
- The delayed upshift is effective with vehicle speeds below 31 mph (50 km/h) at partial throttle a...
- To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to a lower driving range, the tr...
- To prevent the engine from laboring at low RPM when driving uphill gradients or with your vehicle...
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- Maneuvering
- Maneuvering
- To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. when pulling into a parking space, control the vehicle speed by ...
- To rock a vehicle out of soft ground (mud or snow), alternately shift from forward to reverse, wh...
- Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the ABS malfunction indicator lamp to come on. Tu...
- Stopping
- Stopping
- For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, leave the transmission in gear and hold vehicle with the...
- For longer stops with the engine idling, shift into
- When stopping the vehicle on an uphill gradient, do not hold it with the accelerator, use the bra...
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- Program mode selector switch
- Program mode selector switch
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- The transmission is provided with a selector switch for Standard
- Caution!
- Important!
- S
- S
- Standard mode
- Press switch on symbol
- The vehicle starts out in 1st gear.
- Accelerator Operation: Fast on = depressing the accelerator pedal quickly (not into kickdown posi...
- Fast off = there will be no upshift when releasing the accelerator pedal quickly, e.g. using the ...
- W
- Winter/Wet (snow and ice) mode
- Press switch on symbol "W". The vehicle starts out in 2nd gear, except with selector lever in 1st...
- The "W" mode helps to improve traction and driving stability of the vehicle.
- The gear shifting process occurs at lower vehicle and engine speeds than in the "S" program mode.
- Important!
- Emergency Operation
- Emergency Operation
- If vehicle acceleration worsens, or the transmission no longer shifts, the transmission is most l...
- In this mode only the 2nd gear or reverse gear can be activated.
- To engage 2nd gear or reverse:
- 1. Stop the vehicle.
- Have the transmission checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
- Parking brake
- Parking brake
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- To engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal. When the key is in steering lock position 2, the b...
- To release the parking brake, pull handle on instrument panel. The brake warning lamp in the inst...
- A warning sounds, if you start to drive without having released the parking brake.
- Also see brake warning lamp test on page
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- Driving instructions
- Driving instructions
- Drive sensibly - Save fuel
- Drinking and driving
- Pedals
- Power assistance
- Brakes
- Brakes
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- The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the vehicle is in the shop for the...
- If the parking brake is released and the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster stays on, t...
- Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir.
- Have the brake system inspected at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
- All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by an authorized Mercedes-B...
- Install only brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
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- Caution!
- Driving off
- Driving off
- Apply the service brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when...
- Warm up the engine smoothly. Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature...
- When starting off on a slippery surface, do not allow one drive wheel to spin for an extended per...
- Parking
- Parking
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- 1. Keep right foot on the service brake pedal.
- 1. Keep right foot on the service brake pedal.
- 1. Keep right foot on the service brake pedal.
- 2. Firmly engage parking brake.
- 3. Move the selector lever to position
- 4. Slowly release the service brake pedal.
- 5. Turn front wheels towards the road curb.
- 6. Turn the key to steering lock position 0 and remove.
- 7. Take the key and lock vehicle when leaving.
- 1. Keep right foot on the service brake pedal.
- 1. Keep right foot on the service brake pedal.
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- Important!
- Tires
- Tires
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- Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on th...
- P40.10-2104-26
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- Specified tire pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are subjected...
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- Aquaplaning
- Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, aquaplaning may occur, even at low speeds ...
- Tire traction
- The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.
- You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperature...
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- We recommend M+S rated radial-ply tires for the winter season for all four wheels to insure norma...
- Tire speed rating
- Vehicles without Sport Package: Your vehicle is factory equipped with
- Vehicles with Sport Package: Your vehicle is factory equipped with
- Despite the tire rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driving speeds appropri...
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- Snow chains
- Snow chains
- Use only snow chains that are tested and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Your authorized Mercedes-B...
- Chains should only be used on the rear wheels. Follow the manufacturer’s mounting instructions.
- Snow chains should only be driven on snow covered roads at speeds not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h)....
- When driving with snow chains, press the ESP control switch to OFF, see page
- Vehicles with Sport Package
- Winter driving instructions
- Winter driving instructions
- The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt accele...
- When the vehicle is in danger of skidding, move selector lever to position
- Road salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may becom...
- If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads, the braking efficiency should ...
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- Winter driving
- Winter driving
- Have your vehicle winterized at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before the onset of winter.
- • Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is not approved for winter operation....
- • Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is not approved for winter operation....
- • Check engine coolant anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration.
- • Additive for the windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system: Add MB Concentrate
- • Test battery: Battery capacity drops with decreasing ambient temperature. A well charged batter...
- • Tires: We recommend M+S rated radial-ply tires on all four wheels for the winter season. Observ...
- Note:
- Block heater
- Deep water
- Traveling abroad
- Cruise control
- Cruise control
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- The cruise control allows you to drive in a more relaxed manner, for example over long distances,...
- Any given speed above approximately 25mph (40km/h) can be maintained with the cruise control by...
- 1 Accelerate and set: Lift lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever up to accelerate.
- 1 Accelerate and set: Lift lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever up to accelerate.
- 2 Decelerate and set: Depress lever briefly to set speed. Hold lever down to decelerate.
- Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator.
- Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever to position1 or2. The accelerator can then be released.
- The speed can be increased (e.g. for passing) by using the accelerator. After the accelerator is ...
- If a set speed is to be increased or decreased slightly, e. g. to adapt to the traffic flow, hold...
- 3 Canceling
- To cancel the cruise control, briefly push lever to position3.
- When you step on the brake pedal or the vehicle speed drops below approx. 25mph (40km/h), for e...
- If the cruise control cancels by itself and remains inoperative until the engine is restarted, ha...
- 4 Resume
- If the lever is briefly pushed to position4 when driving at a speed exceeding approx. 25mph (40...
- Important!
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- Notes:
- Notes:
- If the engine does not brake the vehicle sufficiently while driving on a downgrade, the speed you...
- As soon as the grade eases, the automatic transmission shifts up again dependent on the selector ...
- Nevertheless, in some cases you may have to step on the brake pedal to slow down. In this case th...
- Use the lever to resume the previously set speed.
- Brake assist system (BAS)
- Brake assist system (BAS)
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- The BAS is designed to maximize the vehicle‘s braking capability during emergency braking maneuve...
- Applying the brakes very quickly results in maximum BAS assistance.
- To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous full braking power during the stop...
- Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.
- The malfunction indicator lamps for the ESP are combined with the BAS malfunction indicator lamp.
- The BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamps in the instrument cluster come on with the key in steerin...
- If the BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp comes on permanently while the engine is running, a mal...
- If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the BAS...
- With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS and ESP is also switched off. Both malfunction indicator lam...
- If a BAS warning message is displayed, have the BAS and ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes-B...
- Antilock brake system (ABS)
- Antilock brake system (ABS)
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- Important!
- Important!
- The ABS improves steering control of the vehicle during hard braking maneuvers.
- The ABS prevents the wheels from locking up above a vehicle speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h)...
- At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake...
- Continuous steady brake pedal pressure results in applying the advantages of the ABS, namely brak...
- In the case of an emergency brake maneuver keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal. In t...
- On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even with light brake pedal pressure because of t...
- ABS control
- The ABS malfunction indicator lamp
- When the ABS malfunction indicator lamp symbol and warning in the instrument cluster comes on whi...
- With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS and ESP are also switched off. Both malfunction indicator la...
- If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS...
- If the ABS malfunction indicator light stays illuminated, have the system checked at your authori...
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- Note:
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
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- The ESP enhances directional control and reduces driving wheel spin of the vehicle under various ...
- Over/understeering of the vehicle is counteracted by applying brakes to the appropriate wheel to ...
- Important!
- Caution!
- Notes:
- Notes:
- The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP is combined with that of the BAS.
- The yellow BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and the yellow ESP warnin...
- If the BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp comes on permanently with the engine running, a malfunc...
- If the BAS malfunctions, the brake system functions in the usual manner, but without BAS.
- If the BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp come s on, have the BAS or ESP checked at your authoriz...
- With the ABS malfunctioning, the ESP is also switched off.
- Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different speeds, t...
- When testing the parking brake on a brake test dynamometer, the engine must be shut off. Otherwis...
- In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the ESP is only achieved with Mercedes-Benz rec...
- Synchronizing ESP
- ESP Control Switch
- ESP Control Switch
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- ESP control switch located in center console.
- To improve the vehicle‘s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sa...
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- With the ESP system switched off, the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled. Therefore, th...
- Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.
- A portion of the ESP system remains active, even with the switch in the OFF position.
- If one drive wheel loses traction and begins to spin, the brake is applied until the wheel regain...
- Note:
- The ESP warning lamp, located in the speedometer dial, starts to flash at any vehicle speed as so...
- To return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP: press lower half of the switch (the E...
- Important!
- • during take-off, apply as little throttle as possible,
- Level control system
- Level control system
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- The switch is located next to the exterior lamp switch
- 1 Level control switch
- Level control switch positions
- Level control switch positions
- Press upper half of switch once for option 1. One indicator lamp lights up.
- Press upper half of switch twice for option 2. Both indicator lamps light up.
- Note:
- The indicator lamps blink at first, and stay on continuously once the selected level is attained.
- Press lower half of switch once:
- From option 2, system switches to option 1. Only one indicator lamp is illuminated.
- From option 1, system returns to Normal Level. Indicator lamp goes out.
- Press lower half of switch twice:
- From option 2, system returns to Normal Level. Both indicator lamps go out.
- Normal Level
- Option 1
- Option 1
- Level increases one half inch (15 mm)
- This setting may be used when road surface conditions are rough.
- When option 1 is selected, the vehicle chassis is raised by one half inch (15 mm) at vehicle spee...
- At speeds between approximately 35 mph (60 km/h) and 60 mph (95 km/h) the vehicle chassis is lowe...
- At speeds above approximately 60 mph (95 km/h) the vehicle chassis is lowered an additional one h...
- Notes:
- When exceeding approximately 60 mph (95 km/h), the system switches from option 1 back to Normal L...
- If speed exceeds 35 mph (60 km/h) but does not exceed 60 mph (95 km/h), the vehicle chassis will ...
- Option 2
- Option 2
- Level increases one inch (30 mm)
- This setting may be used when road surface conditions are very rough for increased ground clearance.
- Upon selection of option 2 the vehicle chassis is raised by one inch (30 mm). This option can onl...
- At speeds between approximately 15 mph (25 km/h) and 35 mph (60 km/h) the vehicle chassis is lowe...
- At speeds between approximately 35 mph (60 km/h) and 60 mph (95 km/h) the vehicle chassis is lowe...
- At speeds above approximately 60 mph (95 km/h) the vehicle chassis is lowered an additional one h...
- Notes:
- When exceeding approximately 35 mph (60 km/h), the system will switch from option 2 to option 1. ...
- When exceeding approximately 60 mph (95 km/h) the system will switch from option 1 to Normal Leve...
- If speed exceeds approx. 35 mph (60 km/h) but does not exceed 60 mph (95 km/h), the system will s...
- If speed does not exceed 35 mph (60 km/h), the system will switch from option 2 to option 1 when ...
- Wheel Change Switch
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
- Depending upon road surface conditions, load, driving style, ADS will automatically adjust the op...
- The malfunction indicator lamp comes on with the key in steering lock position 2 and should go ou...
- If the malfunction indicator lamp stays on after the engine is running or comes on while driving,...
- Have the ADS checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center as soon as possible.
- Note:
- If the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or empty), the malfunction indicator la...
- Turn the steering wheel from full left to full right lock position. The light should go out.
- Adaptive damping system adjustment
- What you should know at the gas station
- What you should know at the gas station
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- Fuel supply
- Open flap by pushing near front (arrow). Turn fuel cap to the left and hold on to it until possib...
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- Fuel
- To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air, fully insert filler nozzle unit.
- Only fill fuel tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out — do not top up or overfill.
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- Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the
- Fuel tank capacity approx. 21.1 US gal (80.0 l). This includes approx. 2.6 US gal (10.0 l) reserve.
- Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane Index 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON).
- • Engine oil
- • Engine oil
- Engine oil level check, see page
- Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level: 2.1 US qt (2.0 l).
- Recommended engine oils, see page
- • Coolant
- For normal replenishing, use water (potable water quality).
- For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/ antifreeze), see page
- • Spark plugs
- Approved spark plugs, see page
- • Tire pressure
- For tire pressure, refer to tire pressure label inside the fuel filler flap.
- • Air conditioner
- R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant, see page
- • Bulbs
- High and low beams: Halogen type 9004, low beam: Xenon, for model SL 600 (SL 500 optional) high b...
- Check regularly and before a long trip
- Driving
- Contents – Instrument cluster display
- Contents – Instrument cluster display
- Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 204
- On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 204
- On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 204
- Brake warning lamp 204
- Brake pad wear indicator lamp 205
- Seat belt warning lamp 206
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp 206
- Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 207
- Electronic stability program (ESP) - warning lamp 207
- BAS-/ESP malfunction indicator lamp 207
- ABS malfunction indicator lamp 208
- Low engine coolant level warning lamp 209
- Low windshield and headlamp washer system fluid level warning lamp 210
- Low engine oil level warning lamp 210
- Charge indicator lamp 211
- Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp 211
- Roll bar warning lamp 212
- ADS indicator lamp 212
- High beam indicator lamp 213
- Additional function indicator lamps (in the odometer display) 213
- Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard) 213
- Passenger airbag indicator lamp 213
- Instrument cluster display
- Instrument cluster display
- Instrument cluster display
- General information:
- If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to light up during the bulb selfcheck when turning the...
- On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp
- Brake warning lamp
- Brake pad wear indicator lamp
- Seat belt warning lamp
- Seat belt warning lamp
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- If a backrest is not engaged in its lock, a warning will sound intermittently for up to approx. 2...
- After starting the engine, the seat belt warning lamp blinks for a brief period to remind the dri...
- If the warning lamp does not go out after blinking briefly, but is instead lit continuously, then...
- The warning lamp goes out as soon as the backrest is engaged in its lock.
- If the backrest is locked and the warning lamp does not go out, have the system checked at your a...
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp
- Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning
- Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning
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- If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine, or if it comes on while driving, i...
- The warning lamp blinks when the fuel cap is not closed, or a fuel system leak has been detected....
- If the warning lamp continues to blink after closing the fuel cap correctly, have the fuel system...
- Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the
- Electronic stability program (ESP)- warning lamp
- BAS-/ESP malfunction indicator lamp
- ABS malfunction indicator lamp
- ABS malfunction indicator lamp
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- When the ABS malfunction indicator lamp symbol and warning in the instrument cluster come on whil...
- With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS and ESP are also switched off. Both malfunction indicator la...
- If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS...
- Have the system checked at your authorized MercedesBenz Center as soon as possible.
- See page
- Low engine coolant level warning lamp
- Low engine coolant level warning lamp
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- If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine, or if it comes on while driving, t...
- The low engine coolant level warning light should not be ignored. Extended driving with the light...
- In cases of major or frequent minor coolant loss, have the cooling system checked at your authori...
- Note:
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- Low windshield and headlamp washer system fluid level warning lamp
- Low engine oil level warning lamp
- Low engine oil level warning lamp
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- If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine, or comes on with the engine runnin...
- When this occurs, the warning lamp will first come on intermittently and then stay on if the oil ...
- If no leaks are noted, continue to drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil shou...
- The low engine oil level warning light should not be ignored. Extended driving with the light ill...
- In addition to the warning lamp, the engine oil level should be periodically checked with the dip...
- Charge indicator lamp
- Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp
- Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp
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- If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the engine, or if it comes on while driving, t...
- If an exterior lamp fails, the indicator lamp will come on only when that lamp is switched on.
- If a brake lamp fails, the lamp failure indicator will come on when applying the brake and stays ...
- Note:
- Roll bar warning lamp
- ADS indicator lamp
- High beam indicator lamp
- Additional function indicator lamps (in the odometer display)
- Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard)
- Instrument cluster display
- Contents – Practical hints
- Contents – Practical hints
- First aid kit 215
- Stowing things in the vehicle 215
- Vehicle tools 216
- Vehicle jack 217
- Fuses 218
- Hood 219
- Automatic transmission fluid level 221
- Checking engine oil level 221
- Coolant level 223
- Adding coolant 224
- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 225
- Wheels 226
- Tire replacement 226
- Rotating wheels 227
- Spare wheel 228
- Changing wheels 230
- Tire inflation pressure 234
- Battery 236
- Battery Recycling 237
- Jump starting 238
- Towing the vehicle 240
- Exterior lamps 242
- Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
- Changing batteries in the remote control 251
- Synchronizing 252
- Raising soft top manually 253
- Replacing wiper blade insert 257
- Manual release of fuel filler flap 259
- Trunk lamp 259
- Practical hints
- Practical hints
- Stowing things in the vehicle
- Vehicle tools
- Vehicle jack
- Fuses
- Fuses
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- 1 Main fuse box in engine compartment
- P54.15-2104-26
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- Spare fuses are supplied inside the fuse box. Observe amperage and color of fuse.
- Always use a new fuse for replacement. Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse.
- A fuse chart can be found inside the corresponding fuse box cover.
- After replacing a blown fuse, close fuse box cover.
- Hood
- Hood
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- To open:
- To unlock the hood, pull release lever under the driver’s side of the instrument panel.
- Pull handle (2) up and open hood.
- Caution!
- P88.40-2051-26
- P88.40-2051-26
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- Pull handle (2) to its stop out of radiator grill, and open hood (do not pull up on handle).
- Note:
- Do not lift hood at louvers of grill! Make certain the windshield wiper arm is not folded forward.
- To close:
- Lower hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approx. 1 ft. (30 cm), assisting with hands...
- To avoid hood damage, please make sure that hood is fully closed. If not, repeat closing procedur...
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- Automatic transmission fluid level
- Automatic transmission fluid level
- The transmission has a permanent fill of automatic transmission fluid.
- Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and changes are not required. For this reason t...
- If you notice fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions, have your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center...
- Checking engine oil level
- Checking engine oil level
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- SL 500
- 1 Oil dipstick
- To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level ground, with engine at normal operational te...
- Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to...
- SL 600
- 1 Oil dipstick
- Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil level. Fully insert dipstick in tube, an...
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- Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level is approximately 2.1 US qt (2.0l).
- Do not overfill the engine.
- For low engine oil level warning, see page
- Coolant level
- Coolant level
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- 1 Cap for coolant reservoir
- The coolant level can be checked visually at the transparent coolant reservoir.
- To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground.
- Check coolant level only when coolant is cold:
- The coolant should reach the rib in the filler neck. Also see marking (arrow) on reservoir.
- Adding coolant
- Adding coolant
- If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze should be ad...
- Model SL 500
- The drain plugs for the cooling system are located on the right side of the engine block and at t...
- Model SL 600
- The drain plugs for the cooling system are located on the right and left sides of the engine bloc...
- Anticorrosion/antifreeze, see coolants on page
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- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
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- 1 Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system fluidreservoir
- Vehicles without ADS: Capacity approx. 5.3 US qt (5.0 l)
- Vehicles with ADS: Capacity approx. 3.2 US qt (3.0 l)
- The reservoir should be refilled with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or concentrate ...
- For temperatures above freezing:
- MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
- 1 part
- For temperature below freezing:
- MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
- 1 part
- Wheels
- Tire replacement
- Tire replacement
- Front and rear tires should be replaced in sets. Furthermore - in the event of tire replacement -...
- We recommend that you break in new tires for approx. 60miles (100km) at moderate speed.
- It is imperative that the wheel mounting bolts be fastened to a tightening torque of 80ft.lb. (1...
- For rim and tire specifications, see page
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- Rotating wheels
- Rotating wheels
- Wheel rotation applies only when winter tires are mounted on all four wheels.
- The wheels can be rotated according to the degree of tire wear while retaining the same direction...
- Rotating, however, should be carried out as recommended by the tire manufacturer, before the char...
- Important!
- Notes:
- Notes:
- Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels any time you rotate the wheels or wash the vehicle ...
- The use of retread tires is not recommended. Retread tires may adversely affect the handling char...
- Dented or bent rims can cause tire pressure loss and damage to the tire beads. For this reason, c...
- Check and ensure proper tire inflation pressure after rotating the wheels. For tire inflation pre...
- Spare wheel
- Spare wheel
- The spare wheel rim size is 8
- In the case of a flat tire, or breakdown, you may temporarily use the spare wheel.
- Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of ...
- If the arrow on tire sidewall does not point in direction of vehicle forward movement when using ...
- • Drive to the nearest repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate.
- For additional information, refer to page
- Spare Wheel
- The spare wheel rim size is 8
- In the case of a flat tire or breakdown, you may temporarily use the spare wheel.
- Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of ...
- • Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
- For additional information, refer to page
- Changing wheels
- Changing wheels
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- Move vehicle to a level area which is a safe distance from the roadway.
- 1. Firmly set parking brake, raise roll bar, and turn on hazard warning flasher.
- 1. Firmly set parking brake, raise roll bar, and turn on hazard warning flasher.
- 2. Move selector lever to position
- 3. While engine is running, depress wheel change switch for level control. The indicator lamp in ...
- 4. Turn off engine.
- 5. Prevent vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks (not supplied with vehi...
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- The tube openings are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear w...
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- 9. Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground. Never start engine while vehicle i...
- 10. Unscrew upper-most wheel bolt and install alignment bolt (1) supplied in the tool kit. Remove...
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- 12. Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub. Install spare wheel on wheel hub. Insert wheel...
- To avoid paint damage, place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first whee...
- Unscrew the alignment bolt (1) to install the last wheel bolt.
- 13. Lower vehicle. Remove jack and insert jack tube cover.
- Before storing the jack, the jack arm must be lowered almost to the base of the jack.
- Store the spare wheel first and then the vehicle jack.
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- Tire inflation pressure
- Tire inflation pressure
- A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire inflation pressures specified for Mercedes-Benz rec...
- Important!
- Important!
- Tire pressure changes by approx. 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18
- Example:
- If garage temperature = approx. +68
- Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort. Increased...
- Tire temperature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed. Tire pressure should therefore onl...
- An underinflated tire due to a slow leak (e.g. due to a nail in the tire) may cause damage such a...
- If a tire constantly loses air, it should be inspected for damage.
- The spare tire should be checked periodically for condition and inflation. Spare tire will age an...
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- Battery
- Battery
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- Important!
- Important!
- Battery replacement information:
- The maintenance-free battery is located in the trunk behind the right side cover panel.
- The service life of the battery is dependent on its condition of charge. The battery should alway...
- Therefore, we strongly recommend that you have the battery charge checked frequently, and correct...
- Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the battery has been disconnected from the veh...
- Always disconnect the battery negative lead first and connect last.
- When removing and connecting the battery, always make sure that all electrical consumers are off ...
- While the engine is running the battery terminal clamps must not be loosened or detached, otherwi...
- Important!
- Note:
- Battery Recycling
- Jump starting
- Jump starting
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- Important!
- Jumper cable specifications:
- • Minimum cable cross-section of 25 mm
- If the battery is discharged, the engine should be started with jumper cables and the (12V) batt...
- Only use 12V battery to jump start your vehicle. Jump starting with more powerful battery could ...
- The battery is located in the trunk behind the right side cover panel.
- Proceed as follows:
- 1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that the jumper cables will reach, but never ...
- Important!
- 3. Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery...
- Important!
- 5. Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at high idle. Make sure the cable...
- Note:
- Towing the vehicle
- Towing the vehicle
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- All except Sport Package
- The rear towing eye is located at the right, below the bumper. The front towing eye is located on...
- Cover removal for all except Sport Package version: Insert finger in recess of flap and pull flap...
- Cover removal for Sport Package version: Pull cover away from bumper.
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- Sport Package
- Cover installation for all except Sport Package version: Engage cover at bottom and press in top ...
- Cover installation for Sport Package version: Engage right cover end, and press in left cover end...
- We recommend that the vehicle be transported using flat bed equipment. This method is preferable ...
- The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position “N” for...
- To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, we recommend the dri...
- Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing with sling-type equipment over bumpy roads will dama...
- The use of wheel lift equipment will damage engine oil pan.
- Important!
- Important!
- When towing the vehicle, please, note the following:
- With the automatic central locking activated and the key in steering lock position 2, the vehicle...
- To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking.
- When transporting vehicle on flat bed equipment, the front end of the vehicle must be loaded firs...
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- Exterior lamps
- Exterior lamps
- Replacing bulbs
- Replacing bulbs
- To prevent a possible electrical short circuit, switch off lamp prior to replacing a bulb.
- When replacing bulbs, install only 12 volt bulbs with the specified watt rating.
- When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands. Use plain paper ...
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- Headlamp assembly (Halogen)
- P82.10-2352-26
- Exterior lamps:Bulb for high and low beam
- Turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp (2357 NA (28.5/8.3 W/30/2.2 cp) (bulb)
- Turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp (2357 NA (28.5/8.3 W/30/2.2 cp) (bulb)
- Open hood.
- Turn bulb socket (5) with bulb counterclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn counter...
- Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise. Reinstall bulb socket, push in and twist ...
- Exterior lamps:Headlamp assembly (Xenon)
- Adjusting headlamp aim
- Adjusting headlamp aim
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- Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. To check and readjust a headlamp, follow step...
- • Adjustments to low beam simultaneously aim the high beam.
- 1. Park vehicle on level surface approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a vertical test screen or wall...
- 1. Park vehicle on level surface approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a vertical test screen or wall...
- 2. (Low beams on): Using a carpenter‘s level, align and mark a vertical centerline (8) on the tes...
- 3. Open hood.
- 4. Vertical headlamp aim (Low beams on): Turn adjusting screw (2) (counterclockwise to adjust hea...
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- 7. Reinstall access cover (4).
- Note: If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp adjustment, have the system checked at yo...
- Taillamp assemblies
- Taillamp assemblies
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- 1 Side marker lamp (10 W/6 cp bulb)
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- Push the locking button (1) on the rear of the lamp support inward and swing open lamp support. P...
- Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise. Close lamp support.
- License plate lamps (5 W/4cp bulb)
- Exterior lamps:License plate lamps
- Changing batteries in the remote control
- Changing batteries in the remote control
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- Checking batteries
- If the transmit button
- Change batteries if the battery check lamp does not light up briefly.
- P80.30-2094-26
- Synchronizing
- Raising soft top manually
- Raising soft top manually
- In case of malfunction, the power soft top can also be raised manually. This procedure should be ...
- A combination open-end/Allenhead wrench in the vehicle tool kit is required for this job.
- 1. Open doors or lower windows.
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- Open storage compartment cover and place in upright position (2).
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- 6. Pull soft top bow (4) out of compartment.
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- 8. Place soft top bow (4) in its vertical position.
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- 1. Left lock to first notch.
- 2. Right lock to second notch.
- 3. Left lock to second notch.
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- 12. Lower soft top bow (4). The rear section of the soft top cannot be locked during manual opera...
- Replacing wiper blade insert
- Replacing wiper blade insert
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- Windshield wiper blade
- Removal:
- Fold wiper arm forward. Press safety tab down (1), push wiper blade downward (2) and remove.
- Installation:
- Press down safety tab of new wiper blade. Insert wiper blade between the tabs (3) on the wiper ar...
- Notes:
- Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
- Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted. The gl...
- Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed. An improperly installed wiper blade may ...
- Headlamp wiper blades
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- Removal:
- Fold wiper arm forward. Pull out pin (1) and remove wiper blade (2).
- Installation:
- Insert wiper blade and install pin.
- Headlamp wiper blades
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- Removal:
- Fold wiper arm forward. Rotate wiper blade (2) in direction of arrow (1) until it releases from t...
- Installation:
- Insert wiper blade (2) onto arm, perpendicular to arm, and rotate in direction of arrow (3) until...
- Manual release of fuel filler flap
- Trunk lamp
- Contents – Vehicle care
- Contents – Vehicle care
- Cleaning and care of the vehicle 261
- Power washer 262
- Power washer 262
- Tar stains 262
- Paintwork, Painted Body Components 262
- Engine cleaning 263
- Vehicle washing 263
- Ornamental moldings 263
- Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses 263
- Window cleaning 264
- Light alloy wheels 264
- Instrument cluster 264
- Steering wheel and gear selector lever 264
- Cup holder 264
- Seat belts 265
- Headliner, shelf behind roll bars, and other hard plastic trim items 265
- Soft top 265
- Headliner 266
- Wind screen 266
- Automatic antenna 266
- Wiper blade 266
- Headlamp cleaning system 266
- Leather upholstery 267
- Plastic and rubber parts 267
- Illuminated door sill panels 267
- Vehicle care
- Vehicle care
- Vehicle care
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- In operation, your vehicle is subjected to varying external influences which, if gone unchecked, ...
- Such damage is caused not only by extreme and varying climatic conditions, but also by air pollut...
- More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions; for example, near the o...
- You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping or other damage. Any damage sh...
- In doing so, do not neglect the underside of the vehicle. A prerequisite for a thorough check is ...
- Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax- base rustproofing in the body cavities w...
- We have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to ou...
- Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot alwa...
- The following topics deal with the cleaning and care of your vehicle and give important
- Additional information can be found in the booklet titled
- Power washer
- Tar stains
- Paintwork, Painted Body Components
- Paintwork, Painted Body Components
- Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface to not
- Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied if paint surface shows signs of dirt embed...
- Do not apply any of these products or wax if your car is parked in the sun or if the hood is stil...
- Use the appropriate MB-Touch-Up Stick for quick and provisional repairs of minor paint damage (i....
- Engine cleaning
- Vehicle washing
- Vehicle washing
- Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent,...
- Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water. Direct only a very weak spray towards ...
- Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a chamois. Do not allow cleaning agents to dr...
- If the vehicle has been run through an automatic car wash – in particular one of the older instal...
- In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible.
- When washing the underbody, do not forget to clean the inner sides of the wheels.
- Ornamental moldings
- Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses
- Window cleaning
- Light alloy wheels
- Instrument cluster
- Steering wheel and gear selector lever
- Cup holder
- Seat belts
- Headliner, shelf behind roll bars, and other hard plastic trim items
- Soft top
- Soft top
- Clean soft top with soft top raised and locked. Lower the soft top into the storage compartment o...
- Dry cleaning:
- Brush top (always from front to rear) with a soft-bristled brush.
- Wet cleaning:
- Brush the dry top. Wash with a mild detergent and an ample supply of lukewarm water by wiping wit...
- If only parts of the top have been washed, wet the entire top and allow it to air-dry before lowe...
- Wipe the rear window with a cloth soaked with a mild, non-abrasive detergent, rinse and rub dry.
- Do not use sharp-edged instruments for the removal of ice and snow.
- Notes:
- Notes:
- Never run the vehicle through an automatic car wash with the soft top in place or use a power was...
- Remove bird droppings immediately. The organic acid damages the material and causes the soft top ...
- In general, regular spraying or cleansing with clear water is sufficient to keep the top clean.
- Wash the top only when heavily soiled.
- Light colored soft tops should be cleaned frequently to prevent spots and dirt from setting in, w...
- Caution!
- Never use any gasoline, thinner, tar and stain removers, glass cleaner, or similar organic solven...
- Headliner
- Wind screen
- Automatic antenna
- Wiper blade
- Headlamp cleaning system
- Leather upholstery
- Plastic and rubber parts
- Illuminated door sill panels
- Vehicle care
- Contents – Technical data
- Contents – Technical data
- Spare parts service 269
- Warranty coverage 269
- Identification labels 270
- Layout of poly-V-belt drive 271
- Engine 272
- Rims - Tires 273
- Weights 275
- Main Dimensions 275
- Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 276
- Engine oils 278
- Engine oil additives 278
- Air conditioner refrigerant 278
- Brake fluid 278
- Premium unleaded gasoline 279
- Fuel requirements 279
- Gasoline additives 280
- Coolants 280
- Consumer information 282
- Technical data
- Technical data
- Technical data
- All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of original spare parts required for mainte...
- More than 300000 different spare parts, for MercedesBenz models, are available.
- Mercedes-Benz original spare parts are subjected to stringent quality inspections. Each part has ...
- Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original spare parts should be installed.
- Important!
- Warranty coverage
- Identification labels
- Layout of poly-V-belt drive
- Engine
- Engine
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- Rims - Tires
- Rims - Tires
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- 2 Must only be used with special MB authorized snow chains.
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- 2 Must only be used with special MB authorized snow chains.
- 3 Must not be used with snow chains.
- Technical data:Electrical system
- Weights
- Main Dimensions
- Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
- Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
- Brake fluid:Capacity
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- Engine oils
- Engine oil additives
- Air conditioner refrigerant
- Brake fluid
- Premium unleaded gasoline
- Fuel requirements
- Fuel requirements
- Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standardD439:
- The octane number (posted at the pump) must be 91min. It is an average of both the Research (R) ...
- Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as Ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be used provided th...
- The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must not exceed 3% plus additional cosolvents.
- Using mixtures of Ethanol and Methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, which contains 10% Ethanol and 90...
- These blends must also meet all other fuel requirements such as resistance to spark knock, boilin...
- Gasoline additives
- Gasoline additives
- A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz r...
- After an extended period of using fuels without such additives, carbon deposits can build up espe...
- • warm-up hesitation,
- Do not blend other specific fuel additives with fuel. They only result in unnecessary cost, and m...
- Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives ...
- Coolants
- Coolants
- The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which provides:
- • corrosion protection,
- The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approx...
- If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22
- The coolant solution must be used year round to provide the necessary corrosion protection and in...
- To provide the important corrosion protection, the solution must be at least 45% anticorrosion/an...
- If the coolant level is low, water and MB anticorrosion/ antifreeze should be used to bring it up...
- The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by no...
- Anticorrosion/antifreeze
- Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle...
- Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your car: Mercedes-Benz Antico...
- Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in the hot southern regions), you should ha...
- Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity
- Consumer information
- Consumer information
- This has been prepared as required of all manufactures of passenger cars under Title 49, Code of ...
- Uniform tire quality grading
- Uniform tire quality grading
- Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maxi...
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- All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.
- Treadwear
- The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under ...
- Traction
- The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’...
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- Temperature
- The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire‘s resistance to the g...
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- Technical data
- Index
- Index
- A
- ABS (Antilock brake system) 190
- Malfunction indicator lamp 208
- Adjusting steering column
- Storing steering column position in memory 70
- ADS indicator lamp 212
- ADS warning lamp 212
- Air conditioner refrigerant 278
- Airbags 60
- Airbag OFF indicator lamp 213
- Antenna 151
- Antilock brake system (ABS) 190
- Antitheft alarm system 42
- Aquaplaning 180
- Armrest 127
- Ashtrays 130, 131
- Audio system
- Anti-theft system 100
- Automatic climate control 90
- Air distribution 95
- Automatic transmission 168
- Emergency operation 174
- B
- BabySmart
- Self-test 59
- Backrest 48
- BAS (Brake assist system) 188
- Malfunction indicator lamp 207
- Battery 236
- Charge indicator lamp 211
- Brake assist system (BAS) 188
- Brake fluid 278
- Capacity 276
- Brake pad wear indicator lamp 205
- Brake warning lamp 204
- C
- Catalytic converter 163
- Central locking system 30
- Automatic central locking 38
- Changing wheels 230
- Charge indicator lamp 211
- Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 204
- Check regularly and before a long trip 202
- Checking engine oil level 221
- Checking engine oil level indicator 82
- Cleaning and care of the vehicle 261
- Clock 79
- Combination switch 86
- Console storage compartments 127
- Consumer information 282
- Control and operation of radio transmitters 153
- Coolant
- Adding coolant 224
- Cruise control 185
- Cup holder 128, 264
- D
- Display illumination 77
- Door control panel 20
- Door pockets 129
- Doors 35
- Drinking and Driving 176
- Drive sensibly - Save Fuel 176
- Driving instructions 176
- Block heater 183
- Driving off 178
- E
- Economy 93
- Electronic stability program (ESP) 192
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 60
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident 38
- Emission control 164
- Engine compartment 219
- Engine oil
- Additives 278
- Engine oil level indicator 82
- Engine oil temperature gauge 83
- Entrance lamps in footwells, exit lamps in doors 120
- ESP (Electronic Stability Program) 192
- Control Switch 194
- ETR (Emergency tensioning retractor) 60
- SRS indicator lamp 206
- Exterior lamp switch 84
- Exterior lamps 242
- Adjusting headlamp aim 247
- F
- First aid kit 215
- Flexible service system (FSS) 80
- FSS indicator lamp 77
- Fuel consumption gauge 83
- Fuel filler flap, manual release 259
- Fuel requirements 279
- Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 207
- Fuel supply 200
- Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities 276
- Fuses 218
- G
- Garage door opener 133
- Gasoline
- Additives 280
- H
- Hardtop
- Attaching hardtop 140
- Hardtop or panorama roof 137
- Hazard warning flasher switch 89
- Head restraints 44
- Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
- Headlamp cleaning system 87
- High beam indicator lamp 213
- Hood 219
- I
- Identification labels 270
- Illuminated vanity mirror 123
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76, 204
- Infant and Child Restraint Systems
- SRS indicator lamp 206
- Infant and child restraint systems 67
- Instrument cluster 74
- Display illumination 77
- Instruments and controls 18
- Interior
- General notes 124
- Interior central locking system 125
- Integration with vehicle central locking system 126
- Interior lamps 120
- Interior lighting 120
- J
- Jump starting 238
- K
- Keys 28
- Flat key 29
- L
- Layout of poly-V-belt drive 271
- Leather upholstery 267
- Level control system 196
- Lighter 131
- Locking the vehicle 31
- M
- Maintenance 154
- Malfunction lamps in the instrument cluster 204
- Multicontour seats 49
- N
- Night security illumination 85
- O
- Odometer display field 82
- On-board diagnostic system 204
- Opening the trunk 32
- Outside temperature indicator 78
- P
- Panic button 33
- Parcel net in passenger footwell 128
- Parking 178
- Parking brake 175
- Brake warning lamp 204
- Passenger airbag indicator lamp 213
- Power assistance 177
- Power sunshade 122
- Power windows 116
- Express opening 117
- Problems with your vehicle 14
- Product information 7
- R
- Radio, telephone and two-way radio 153
- Rain sensor 87
- Raising soft top manually 253
- Reading lamps 120
- Rear storage compartment 129
- Rear view mirrors 71
- Exterior 72
- Remote control 28
- Changing batteries 251
- Replacement keys
- Obtaining 29
- Replacing wiper blade insert 257
- Roll bar 118
- Roll bar warning lamp 212
- S
- Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 66
- Seat belt nonusage warning system 53
- Seat belts 52
- Fastening 54
- Seat belts and integrated restraint system 52
- Seats 44
- Seat heater 50
- Snow chains 181
- Soft top 143
- Lowering 144
- Spare parts service 269
- Spare wheel 228
- SRS (Supplemental restraint system) 59
- Indicator lamp 206
- Start lock-out 34
- Malfunction lamp 77
- Starting and turning off the engine 167
- Steering column
- Adjusting 70
- Steering lock 165
- Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard 124
- Stowing things in the vehicle 215
- Sun visors 123
- Sunshade, electrical 122
- Sunshade, manual 121
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 59
- Synchronizing power windows 117
- T
- Tachometer 79
- Taillamp assemblies 249
- Technical 272
- Technical data 272
- Electrical system 275
- Tele Aid 155
- Information 159
- Telephone, general 132
- Telephones and two-way radio 153
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 154
- Tires
- Driving instructions 179
- Tow-away alarm 43
- Tow-away protection 43
- Towing the vehicle 240
- Trip odometer 79
- Trunk 39
- Trunk lamp 259
- Trunk lid release switch 40
- U
- Unlocking the vehicle 31
- V
- Vehicle jack 217
- Vehicle tools 216
- W
- Warranty coverage 269
- What you should know at the gas station 200
- Wheels 226
- Changing 230
- Where to find it 13
- Wind screen 148
- Installation 148
- Windshield and headlamp washer system
- Check level 202
- Windshield washer fluid mixing ratio 88
- Wiper blade, replacing insert 257
- Service and Literature
- Service and Literature
- Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to ...
- If your are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact your auth...
- For further information you can find us on the MercedesBenz web-site
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- We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illu...
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- Press time 03/31/00 MBUSA/TI Printed in the U.S.A.