Mercedes-Benz 2000 SL-Class User Manual

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    - P00.00-2731-26
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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...
- We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
- Daimler
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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
  - Door control panel 20
  - Overhead control panel 21
  - Dashboard 22
  - Center console 24
- Operation
- Vehicle keys 28
- Remote control with folding master key 28
  - Remote control with folding master key 28
- Central locking system 30
- Remote control 30
  - Remote control 30
  - Locking and unlocking 31
  - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control 32
  - Opening the trunk 32
  - Panic button 33
- Start lock-out 34
- General notes on the central locking system 34
- Doors 35
- Central locking switch 37
- Automatic central locking 38
  - 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
  - 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
  - Seat belt nonusage warning system 53
  - Fastening of seat belts 54
- BabySmart
- Self-test BabySmart
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 59
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 60
- Airbags 60
- Front airbags 62
  - Front airbags 62
  - Side impact airbags 63
  - Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 66
  - Infant and child restraint systems 67
- Adjusting steering column 70
- Storing steering column position in memory 70
  - Storing steering column position in memory 70
- Rear view mirrors 71
- Inside rear view mirror 71
  - Inside rear view mirror 71
  - Antiglare night position 71
  - Exterior rear view mirrors 72
  - Storing mirror positions in memory 73
- Instrument cluster 74
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76
  - Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76
  - Additional function indicator lamps 77
  - Instrument lamps 77
  - Display illumination 77
  - Coolant temperature gauge 78
  - Outside temperature indicator 78
  - Trip odometer 79
  - Clock 79
  - Tachometer 79
- 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
  - Standing lamps 85
  - Night security illumination 85
- Combination switch 86
- Blocked windshield wiper 88
  - Blocked windshield wiper 88
  - Windshield wiper smears 88
  - Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 88
- Hazard warning flasher switch 89
- Automatic climate control 90
- Display and controls 92
  - Display and controls 92
  - Basic setting - automatic mode 93
  - Economy 93
  - Special settings 94
- Audio and telephone, operation 98
- Power windows 116
- Express opening of door windows 117
  - Express opening of door windows 117
  - Synchronizing power windows 117
- Roll bar 118
- Interior lighting 120
- Interior lamps 120
  - Interior lamps 120
  - Reading lamps 120
  - Entrance lamps in footwells, exit lamps in doors 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
  - Interior central locking system 125
  - Integration with vehicle central locking system 126
  - Separate locking of storage compartments 126
- 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
  - Removing hardtop 137
  - Attaching hardtop 140
- Soft top 143
- Lowering soft top 144
  - Lowering soft top 144
  - Raising soft top 145
- Wind screen 148
- Antenna 151
- Driving
- Control and operation of radio transmitters 153
- Radio, telephone and two-way radio 153
  - Radio, telephone and two-way radio 153
  - Telephones 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
  - Before starting 167
  - Starting 167
  - Turning off 167
- Automatic transmission 168
- Driving 168
  - Driving 168
  - Accelerator Position 169
  - Selector lever positions 169
  - Maneuvering 172
  - Stopping 172
  - Program mode selector switch 173
  - Emergency Operation 174
- 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
  - ABS control 191
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 192
- Synchronizing ESP 193
  - Synchronizing ESP 193
  - ESP Control Switch 194
- Level control system 196
- Level control switch positions 196
  - Level control switch positions 196
  - Normal Level 197
  - Wheel Change Switch 198
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS) 199
- Adaptive damping system adjustment 199
  - Adaptive damping system adjustment 199
- What you should know at the gas station 200
- Fuel supply 200
  - Fuel supply 200
  - Fuel 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
  - 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
  - Battery Recycling 237
- Jump starting 238
- Towing the vehicle 240
- Exterior lamps 242
- Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
  - Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
  - Taillamp assemblies 249
- Changing batteries in the remote control 251
- Synchronizing 252
  - 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
- Operator’s manual
- Where to find it
- Problems with your vehicle
- Reporting Safety Defects
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- Instruments and controls 18
- Door control panel 20
Instruments and controls
- Instruments and controls
Contents – Operation
- Contents – Operation
  - Contents – Operation
- Vehicle keys 28
- Remote control with folding master key 28
  - Remote control with folding master key 28
- Central locking system 30
- Remote control 30
  - Remote control 30
  - Locking and unlocking 31
  - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control 32
  - Opening the trunk 32
  - Panic button 33
- Start lock-out 34
- General notes on the central locking system 34
- Doors 35
- Central locking switch 37
- Automatic central locking 38
  - 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
  - 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
  - Seat belt nonusage warning system 53
  - Fastening of seat belts 54
- BabySmart
- Self-test BabySmart
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) 59
- Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) 60
- Airbags 60
- Front airbags 62
  - Front airbags 62
  - Side impact airbags 63
  - Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 66
  - Infant and child restraint systems 67
- Adjusting steering column 70
- Storing steering column position in memory 70
  - Storing steering column position in memory 70
- Rear view mirrors 71
- Inside rear view mirror 71
  - Inside rear view mirror 71
  - Antiglare night position 71
  - Exterior rear view mirrors 72
  - Storing mirror positions in memory 73
- Instrument cluster 74
- Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76
  - Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 76
  - Additional function indicator lamps 77
  - Instrument lamps 77
  - Display illumination 77
  - Coolant temperature gauge 78
  - Outside temperature indicator 78
  - Trip odometer 79
  - Clock 79
  - Tachometer 79
- 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
  - Standing lamps 85
  - Night security illumination 85
- Combination switch 86
- Blocked windshield wiper 88
  - Blocked windshield wiper 88
  - Windshield wiper smears 88
  - Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 88
- Hazard warning flasher switch 89
- Automatic climate control 90
- Display and controls 92
  - Display and controls 92
  - Basic setting - automatic mode 93
  - Economy 93
  - Special settings 94
- Audio and telephone, operation 98
- Power windows 116
- Express opening of door windows 117
  - Express opening of door windows 117
  - Synchronizing power windows 117
- Roll bar 118
- Interior lighting 120
- Interior lamps 120
  - Interior lamps 120
  - Reading lamps 120
  - Entrance lamps in footwells, exit lamps in doors 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
  - Interior central locking system 125
  - Integration with vehicle central locking system 126
  - Separate locking of storage compartments 126
- 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
  - Removing hardtop 137
  - Attaching hardtop 140
- Soft top 143
- Lowering soft top 144
  - Lowering soft top 144
  - Raising soft top 145
- Wind screen 148
- Antenna 151
Operation
- Operation
  - Operation
    - Operation
    - Vehicle keys
  - Included with your vehicle are:
  - • 2 remote controls with folding master keys,
    - • 2 remote controls with folding master keys,
    - • 1 valet key.
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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do ...
  - Remote control with folding master key
- Central locking system
  - Central locking system
    - Central locking system
  - Remote control
  - Locking and unlocking
  - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control
    - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control
      - Choosing global or selective mode on remote control
    - Press and hold transmit buttons
  - Opening the trunk
  - Panic button
- Start lock-out
  - Start lock-out
    - Start lock-out
  - Important!
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - In case the engine cannot be started (vehicle’s battery is in order), and
- General notes on the central locking system
  - General notes on the central locking system
    - General notes on the central locking system
  - • If the key in the steering lock is in position2, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with...
    - • If the key in the steering lock is in position2, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with...
  - If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked:
  - • Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either door handle and press button
- Doors
  - Doors
    - Doors
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  - 1 Opening – pull handle
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- Central locking switch
  - Central locking switch
    - Central locking switch
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  - 1 Locking
    - 1 Locking
    - 2 Unlocking
  - 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 ...
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - The storage compartment in the armrest as well as the fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlock...
  - Automatic central locking
- Emergency unlocking in case of accident
  - Emergency unlocking in case of accident
    - Emergency unlocking in case of accident
  - The doors unlock automatically a short time after a strong deceleration is detected, such as in a...
- 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!
    - Important!
    - Do not place key inside trunk, since trunk is locked again when closing the lid.
  - 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
    - 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:
- Power windows
  - 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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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        Never operate the windows if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the procedure.
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        In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately reversed by turni...
        
        In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately reversed by turni...
        
        • for opening position(1),
        
        • for opening position(1),
        
        • for opening position(1),
        
        • for closing position(3).
        
        • for closing position(3).
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - If the opening/closing procedure is interrupted, it can only be continued by first turning the ke...
- Antitheft alarm system
  - Antitheft alarm system
    - Antitheft alarm system
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  - 1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console
    - 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
    - Tow-away alarm
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  - The switch is located in the center console.
  - 1 Press to switch off
    - 1 Press to switch off
    - 2 Indicator lamp
  - 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
    - 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
  - Note:
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  - Storing position in memory
    - Storing position in memory
    - Storing position in memory
  - 6 Memory button
    - 6 Memory button
      - 6 Memory button
    - 7 Position buttons
      - 7 Position buttons
  - 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
    - Recalling stored positions
  - Press position button
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - For safety reasons, the seat/head restraint/steering wheel/exterior rear view mirror movement sto...
  - Important!
- Backrest
  - Backrest
    - Backrest
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  - Folding forward:
    - Folding forward:
  - Lift lever and fold forwards.
  - Folding back:
    - Folding back:
  - Fold backrest back until it audibly locks in place.
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        Warning
        
        Warning
        
        The seat belts provide protection only with the backrest locked in place and, therefore, it must ...
  - Note:
- Multicontour seats
  - 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,
    - • press down forward end - increase side support,
    - • press down rearward end - decrease side support.
  - If the engine is turned off, the last cushion setting is retained in memory, and automatically ad...
- Seat heater
  - 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.
    - 1 Normal seat heating mode. One indicator lamp in the switch lights up.
    - 2 Rapid seat heating mode. Both indicator lamps in the switch light up. After approximately 5min...
  - 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:
- Seat belts and integrated restraint system
  - Seat belts and integrated restraint system
    - Seat belts and integrated restraint system
  - Your vehicle is equipped with lap-shoulder seat belts, emergency tensioning retractors for the se...
- Seat belts
  - Seat belts
    - Seat belts
  - Important!
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - For cleaning and care of the seat belts, see page
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  - Seat belt nonusage warning system
    - Seat belt nonusage warning system
    - 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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  - BabySmart
  - Fastening of seat belts
  - Seat belts:Unfastening
- BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system
  - BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system
    - BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system
  - Special BabySmart
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- Self-test BabySmart
  - Self-test BabySmart
  - After turning key in steering lock to position 1 or 2, the
  - If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not functioning. Y...
  - BabySmart
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
  - 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
    - • first threshold exceeded: ETR activates
  - Seat belt not fastened
  - • first threshold exceeded: airbag activates, but not ETR
    - • 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)
    - 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
    - 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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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        In the event a malfunction of the
  - Front airbags
  - Side impact airbags
  - Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag
  - Infant and child restraint systems
- Adjusting steering column
  - Adjusting steering column
    - Adjusting steering column
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  - Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with either door open, the steering column can be o...
  - To extend or retract:
    - To extend or retract:
  - Move switch (1) in desired direction.
  - To raise or lower:
    - To raise or lower:
  - Move switch (1) in desired direction.
  - Storing steering column position in memory
    - Storing steering column position in memory
      - Storing steering column position in memory
    - The steering column position is stored in memory together with the seat/heat restraint/exterior r...
- Rear view mirrors
  - Rear view mirrors
    - Rear view mirrors
  - Inside rear view mirror
  - Exterior rear view mirrors
- Instrument cluster
  - Instrument cluster
    - Instrument cluster
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap placement warning lamp (yellow), see page
  - Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
    - Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
      - Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
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  - Additional function indicator lamps
  - Instrument lamps
  - Display illumination
    - Display illumination
      - Display illumination
    - Press adjusting knob (1) to briefly illuminate the display (with key removed or in steering lock ...
  - Coolant temperature gauge
  - Outside temperature indicator
  - Trip odometer
  - Clock
  - Tachometer
- Flexible service system (FSS)
  - Flexible service system (FSS)
    - Flexible service system (FSS)
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  - 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
    - 9
      - 9
    - Service A
    - ´
      - ´
    - Service B
  - 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.
  - If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes-Benz Center correct it.
  - Note:
- Checking engine oil level indicator
  - 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
    - OK
      - OK
  - -1.0 Q
    - -1.0 Q
      - -1.0 Q
  - -1.5 Q
    - -1.5 Q
      - -1.5 Q
  - -2.0 Q
    - -2.0 Q
      - -2.0 Q
  - If the message
  - HI
    - HI
      - HI
  - The message
  - Do not overfill the engine.
    - 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
  - Fuel consumption gauge
    - Fuel consumption gauge
  - While driving, instantaneous fuel consumption is indicated in miles per gallon (mpg), or in Canad...
  - Due to system design, minimum consumption is indicated at idle speed.
- 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
  - Engine oil consumption
    - Engine oil consumption
  - Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the break-in period. During the break-in ...
- Exterior lamp switch
  - Exterior lamp switch
    - Exterior lamp switch
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - D
  - Note:
  - Standing lamps
  - Daytime running lamp mode
  - Night security illumination
    - Night security illumination
    - When exiting the vehicle after driving with the exterior lamps on, they switch on again for added...
- Combination switch
  - 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
    - Turn signal failure
  - P54.25-2213-26
    - P54.25-2213-26
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - The windshield washer reservoir, hoses and nozzles are automatically heated.
  - Blocked windshield wiper
  - Windshield wiper smears
    - Windshield wiper smears
      - Windshield wiper smears
    - If the windshield wiper smears the windshield, even during rain, activate the washer system as of...
  - Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
- Hazard warning flasher switch
  - Hazard warning flasher switch
    - Hazard warning flasher switch
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - The hazard warning flasher can be activated manually via the switch located in the dashboard.
  - To activate hazard warning flasher, press switch once. To deactivate, press switch again.
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - With the hazard warning flasher activated, and the combination switch in position for either left...
- Automatic climate control
  - 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
    - 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!
    - Important!
    - This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner system that uses R-134a (HFC: hydrofluorocarbon)...
  - Display and controls
    - Display and controls
      - Display and controls
    - <GRAPHIC>
    - Press the desired button to activate, indicator lamp is on while activated.
    - U
      - U
        
        U
      - Automatic mode
      - f
        
        f
      - Raise temperature
      - g
        
        g
      - Lower temperature
      - P
        
        P
      - Defrost
      - O
        
        O
      - Air recirculation
      - F
        
        F
      - Rear window defroster
      - b
        
        b
      - Air distribution, manual
      - S
        
        S
      - Economy mode
      - п
        
        п
      - Air volume, manual
      - T
        
        T
      - Residual engine heat utilization
  - Basic setting - automatic mode
  - Economy
  - Special settings
- Audio and telephone, operation
  - Audio and telephone, operation
    - Audio and telephone, operation
  - These instructions are intended to help you become acquainted with your Mercedes-Benz vehicle rad...
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        Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident, system settings should be...
        
        Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident, system settings should be...
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        Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30mph (approximately 50km/h), your vehicle is covering a d...
        
        Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30mph (approximately 50km/h), your vehicle is covering a d...
  - The right to correct errors and make technical amendments is reserved.
- Operating safety
  - Operating safety
    - Operating safety
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  - 1 Optional equipment
  - Dolby and the double-D symbol
- Operating and display elements
  - Operating and display elements
    - Operating and display elements
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 On/off, volume
- Anti-theft system
  - Anti-theft system
    - Anti-theft system
  - <GRAPHIC>
    - <GRAPHIC>
  - <GRAPHIC>
    - <GRAPHIC>
  - Important!
    - Important!
    - Never leave the Radio code card in the vehicle. Keep it in a safe place.
  - Entering the code number
- Button and soft key operation
  - Button and soft key operation
    - Button and soft key operation
  - In these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio face) and the function butto...
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - Do not press directly on the radio display face.
- Operation
  - Operation
    - Operation
  - Switching on and off
  - Adjusting the volume
    - Adjusting the volume
      - Adjusting the volume
    - Turn the control knob - Turning the knob clockwise will increase the volume, counterclockwise wil...
  - Audio functions
    - Audio functions
      - Audio functions
    - The AUD key is used to select the BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE functions. Settings for bass and trebl...
  - Bass
    - Bass
      - Bass
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
  - Treble
    - Treble
      - Treble
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
    - Press the
  - Balance
    - Balance
      - Balance
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
    - Press the
  - Centering all audio functions
    - Centering all audio functions
      - Centering all audio functions
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
- Radio mode
  - Radio mode
    - Radio mode
  - Selecting radio mode
    - Selecting radio mode
      - Selecting radio mode
    - Press
  - Selecting the band
    - Selecting the band
      - Selecting the band
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
    - <GRAPHIC>
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        Frequency ranges:
        
        FM
        
        87.9 - 107.9 MHz
        
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        AM
        
        530 - 1710 kHz
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        WB
        
        approx. 162 MHz
  - Manual tuning
  - Seek tuning
    - Seek tuning
      - Seek tuning
    - Press either the
  - Scan tuning
    - Scan tuning
      - Scan tuning
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
  - Station memory
    - Station memory
      - Station memory
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
  - Storing stations
    - Storing stations
      - Storing stations
    - Hold the number button down for approximately 2seconds. The currently displayed frequency is sto...
  - Retrieving a station from memory
    - Retrieving a station from memory
      - Retrieving a station from memory
    - Press the desired station button.
  - Direct frequency input AM and FM only
    - Direct frequency input AM and FM only
      - Direct frequency input AM and FM only
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
- Cassette mode
  - Cassette mode
  - Playing cassettes
  - Cassette eject
  - Track selection
    - Track selection
      - Track selection
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
  - Track search forwards/backwards
  - Fast forward/reverse
  - Scanning
  - DolbyNR
    - DolbyNR
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
- CD mode
  - CD mode
  - General notes on CD mode
  - CD changer installed
  - Loading/emptying the CD magazine
  - Playing CDs
  - Skipping tracks forwards/backwards
  - Fast forward/reverse
  - Scanning
    - Scanning
      - Scanning
    - Press the SC key. Each track will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order. The search will sto...
  - Random play/repeat function
  - Direct track selection
    - Direct track selection
      - Direct track selection
    - Tracks can be selected directly using the buttons on the alpha-numeric keypad. Press the
- 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
    - Calling up the phone book
      - Calling up the phone book
    - The numbers stored in the telephone memory can be called up via either name or number entries. Th...
  - Switching between name search and number search
  - Searching and selecting phone book entries by name
    - Searching and selecting phone book entries by name
    - Press the ABC key. The current name is shown on the display. The stored entries in alphabetical o...
  - Searching and selecting phone book entries by number
    - Searching and selecting phone book entries by number
      - Searching and selecting phone book entries by number
    - Press the NUM key. The current number is shown on the display. The stored entries can be selected...
  - Placing a call
    - Placing a call
      - Placing a call
    - <GRAPHIC>
      - <GRAPHIC>
  - Manual repeat dialing (redial)
  - Accepting incoming call in telephone mode
    - Accepting incoming call in telephone mode
      - Accepting incoming call in telephone mode
    - With an incoming call, the ringing tone will be heard and the message
  - Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode
    - Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode
      - Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode
    - If the telephone is activated in the background (telephone symbol in the display), then a switch ...
  - Terminating call
    - Terminating call
      - Terminating call
    - A current call can be terminated by pressing the END button.
  - Component malfunctions
- Power windows
  - 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
    - k
      - k
    - to open
    - j
      - j
    - to close
  - 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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        Warning
        
        Warning
        
        This vehicle is a two occupant vehicle. The rear storage area should never be used by any persons...
        
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        Before operating the roll bar switch make sure that the roll bar’s path is clear and no persons d...
        
        Before operating the roll bar switch make sure that the roll bar’s path is clear and no persons d...
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        For your own safety we recommend to drive with the roll bar raised, if
        
        For your own safety we recommend to drive with the roll bar raised, if
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        • the outside temperature is below +5°F (-15°C)
        
        • the outside temperature is below +5
        
        • the outside temperature is below +5
        
        • the soft top is closed and pets are placed in the rear storage area.
  - Items being transported in the area behind the seats should be placed in such a manner as not to ...
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - If the indicator lamps in the switch are blinking or if the warning lamp in the instrument cluste...
  - 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!
    - Important!
    - The roll bar is intended to be a safety enhancement to the other features designed into the vehic...
- Interior lighting
  - Interior lighting
    - Interior lighting
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - Interior lamps
    - Interior lamps
    - Interior lamps
  - The switches are located above the inside rear view mirror.
  - 1 Interior lamps are switched on, and off (soft fade) delayed, when unlocking or locking the vehi...
  - Reading lamps
    - Reading lamps
      - Reading lamps
    - 4 Left reading lamp switched on
  - Entrance lamps in footwells, exit lamps in doors
- Sunshade, manual
  - Sunshade, manual
    - Sunshade, manual
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - To close:
    - To close:
  - Slide handle of sunshade along Panorama roof and engage in lock.
  - To open:
    - To open:
  - Disengage handle from lock, and guide sunshade until fully retracted. Do not let the sunshade sna...
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        Warning
        
        Warning
        
        Do not operate the sunshade while driving. Adjusting the sunshade while driving could cause the d...
- Power sunshade
  - Power sunshade
    - Power sunshade
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - The switch is located above the inside rear view mirror.
  - Turn key in steering lock to position2.
  - 1 Press and hold to close.
    - 1 Press and hold to close.
    - 2 Press and hold to open.
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        Warning
        
        Warning
        
        Do not operate the sunshade while driving. Adjusting the sunshade while driving could cause the d...
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasi...
        
        In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasi...
- Sun visors
  - Sun visors
    - Sun visors
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare.
  - If sunlight enters through a side window, disengage visor from inner mounting (1) and pivot to th...
- Illuminated vanity mirror
  - Illuminated vanity mirror
    - Illuminated vanity mirror
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - With the visor engaged in its inner mounting (1), the lamp can be switched on by opening the cove...
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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        Do not use the driver’s vanity mirror while driving.
- Interior
  - Interior
    - Interior
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    - <TABLE BODY>
      - <TABLE ROW>
        
        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing t...
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        Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects.
        
        Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects.
- Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard
  - Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard
    - Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment) in the dashboard
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Storage compartment (eyeglasses compartment)
  - Opening compartment (1):
    - Opening compartment (1):
  - Press button (2).
  - Locking:
    - Locking:
  - Turn master key in lock (3) to the right and remove.
  - Unlocking:
    - Unlocking:
  - Turn master key back to vertical position.
  - Caution!
    - Caution!
    - Keep compartment lids closed. This will prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuri...
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - The storage compartments may be locked and unlocked by using the master key in lock (3).
  - Interior central locking system
- Armrest
  - Armrest
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - To adjust:
  - Press button (1) and slide armrest forward or backward.
- Console storage compartments
  - Console storage compartments
    - Console storage compartments
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - To open front compartment:
    - To open front compartment:
  - Slide cover (1) back.
  - Opening rear compartment:
    - Opening rear compartment:
  - Press button (2).
  - The compartments can be locked and unlocked with the central locking system.
- Cup holder
  - Cup holder
    - Cup holder
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - To open compartment:
    - To open compartment:
  - Slide cover (1) back.
  - To open cup holder (2):
    - To open cup holder (2):
  - Lift handle in direction of arrow.
  - To close cup holder (3):
    - To close cup holder (3):
  - Lift handle in direction of arrow.
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- Parcel net in passenger footwell
  - Parcel net in passenger footwell
    - Parcel net in passenger footwell
  - A small convenience parcel net is located in the passenger footwell. It is for small and light it...
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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or objects having sharp edges, in the parcel net.
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        In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the v...
        
        In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the v...
- Door pockets
  - Door pockets
    - Door pockets
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - To open:
    - To open:
  - Lift cover.
- Rear storage compartment
  - Rear storage compartment
    - Rear storage compartment
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - To open compartment:
    - To open compartment:
  - Press button (1) and lift cover.
  - Caution!
    - Caution!
    - Keep compartment lids closed. This will prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuri...
- Ashtray with lighter
  - 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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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. With the gear selector lever in position
  - To remove ashtray:
    - To remove ashtray:
  - Push sliding knob (1) toward the right to eject the insert.
  - To install ashtray:
    - To install ashtray:
  - Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage.
- Lighter
  - Lighter
    - Lighter
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Lighter
    - 1 Lighter
  - Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.
  - Push in lighter (1); it will pop out automatically when hot.
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  - Note:
    - Note:
    - The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to a maximum 85W.
- Telephone, general
  - Telephone, general
    - Telephone, general
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  - See separate instruction manual for instructions on how to operate the telephone.
  - 1 Observe the legal requirements in all countries concerned.
- Garage door opener
  - Garage door opener
    - Garage door opener
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Signal transmitter keys
    - 1 Signal transmitter keys
    - 2 Indicator lamp
    - 3 Portable remote control transmitter
  - The built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled objects.
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  - Notes:
    - Notes:
    - Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener. If you should e...
  - 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:
    - 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:
    - Note:
    - If, after repeated attempts, you do not successfully program the integrated remote control device...
  - Rolling code programming:
    - 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:
    - Canadian programming:
  - During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting. Continue to p...
  - Operation of remote control:
    - Operation of remote control:
  - 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
    - 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
    - 2. Select and press the appropriate button to activate the remote controlled device. The integrat...
  - Erasing the remote control memory:
    - Erasing the remote control memory:
  - 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
    - 1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position1 or2.
    - 2. Simultaneously holding down the left and right side buttons for approximately 20seconds, or u...
- 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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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        Do not place your hands between the hardtop and the car body while the hardtop is being locked or...
  - Removing hardtop
  - Attaching hardtop
- 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
  - Raising soft top
- Wind screen
  - 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
  - Antenna
    - Antenna
  - The antenna extends when switching on the radio and/ or telephone.
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - To retract the antenna (e.g. when entering a car wash) both radio and telephone must be switched ...
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- Control and operation of radio transmitters 153
- Radio, telephone and two-way radio 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
  - Before starting 167
  - Starting 167
  - Turning off 167
- Automatic transmission 168
- Driving 168
  - Driving 168
  - Accelerator Position 169
  - Selector lever positions 169
  - Maneuvering 172
  - Stopping 172
  - Program mode selector switch 173
  - Emergency Operation 174
- 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
  - ABS control 191
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 192
- Synchronizing ESP 193
  - Synchronizing ESP 193
  - ESP Control Switch 194
- Level control system 196
- Level control switch positions 196
  - Level control switch positions 196
  - Normal Level 197
  - Wheel Change Switch 198
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS) 199
- Adaptive damping system adjustment 199
  - Adaptive damping system adjustment 199
- What you should know at the gas station 200
- Fuel supply 200
  - Fuel supply 200
  - Fuel 200
- Check regularly and before a long trip 202
Driving
- Driving
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)
- Maintenance
- Tele Aid
- Catalytic converter
- Emission control
- Steering lock
- Starting and turning off the engine
- Automatic transmission
- Parking brake
- Driving instructions
- Cruise control
- Brake assist system (BAS)
- Antilock brake system (ABS)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Level control system
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
- What you should know at the gas station
- Check regularly and before a long trip
Contents – Instrument cluster display
- 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
- Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard) 213
- Passenger airbag indicator lamp 213
  - Passenger airbag indicator lamp 213
Instrument cluster display
- Instrument cluster display
- Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard)
  - Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard)
    - Malfunction and indicator lamp (in the dashboard)
  - Passenger airbag indicator lamp
    - Passenger airbag indicator lamp
      - Passenger airbag indicator lamp
    - ь
      - ь
        
        ь
      - Passenger airbag automatically switched off, seepage
Contents – Practical hints
- 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
  - Battery Recycling 237
- Jump starting 238
- Towing the vehicle 240
- Exterior lamps 242
- Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
  - Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
  - Taillamp assemblies 249
- Changing batteries in the remote control 251
- Synchronizing 252
  - 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
  - Practical hints
    - Practical hints
    - First aid kit
  - The first aid kit is located in the storage compartment behind the seats.
- Stowing things in the vehicle
  - Stowing things in the vehicle
    - Stowing things in the vehicle
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    - <TABLE BODY>
      - <TABLE ROW>
        
        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing t...
- Vehicle tools
  - Vehicle tools
    - Vehicle tools
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Trunk floor
  - Roll back the floor mat, lift the trunk floor (1) and engage strap (2) in the hooks on the upper ...
  - First remove the vehicle jack, then the spare wheel; reinstall in reverse order.
- Vehicle jack
  - Vehicle jack
    - Vehicle jack
  - See illustration for proper storage of jack.
  - Before storing the jack, the jack arm (5) must be lowered almost to the base (6) of the jack.
  - Note:
  - First remove the vehicle jack, then the spare wheel; reinstall in reverse order.
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- Fuses
  - Fuses
    - Fuses
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Main fuse box in engine compartment
    - 1 Main fuse box in engine compartment
    - 2 Auxiliary fuse box in trunk on rear wall
  - P54.15-2104-26
    - P54.15-2104-26
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 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
    - Hood
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 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!
    - Caution!
    - To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood, open the hood only with wipers in the parked po...
  - P88.40-2051-26
- Automatic transmission fluid level
  - 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
    - Checking engine oil level
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - SL 500
  - 1 Oil dipstick
    - 1 Oil dipstick
    - 2 Oil filler cap
  - 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
    - 1 Oil dipstick
    - 2 Oil filler cap
  - Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil level. Fully insert dipstick in tube, an...
  - <GRAPHIC>
    - <GRAPHIC>
  - Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level is approximately 2.1 US qt (2.0l).
  - Do not overfill the engine.
    - Do not overfill the engine.
  - For low engine oil level warning, see page
- Coolant level
  - Coolant level
    - Coolant level
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Cap for coolant reservoir
    - 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
    - Adding coolant
  - If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/antifreeze should be ad...
  - Model SL 500
    - 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
    - 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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    - <TABLE BODY>
- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
  - Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
    - Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system fluidreservoir
    - 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
  - Wheels
    - Wheels
  - Replace rims or tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original p...
  - See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires...
- Tire replacement
  - 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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    - <TABLE BODY>
- Rotating wheels
  - 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!
    - Important!
    - Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of ...
  - Notes:
- 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.
    - • Drive to the nearest repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate.
    - • Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted.
  - For additional information, refer to page
  - 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 ...
  - • Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
  - For additional information, refer to page
- Changing wheels
  - 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.
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    - <TABLE BODY>
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - <TABLE>
    - <TABLE>
      - <TABLE BODY>
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        Do not drive the vehicle while the wheel change switch is activated since the vehicle suspension ...
    - <TABLE>
      - <TABLE BODY>
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        The spare wheel rim is for temporary use only. Use for over a total of 12 000 miles (20 000 km) m...
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        Vehicles with Sport Package: The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those of road w...
        
        Vehicles with Sport Package: The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those of road w...
        
        <TABLE ROW>
        
        The spare wheel should only be used temporarily, and replaced with a regular road wheel as quickl...
        
        The spare wheel should only be used temporarily, and replaced with a regular road wheel as quickl...
- Tire inflation pressure
  - Tire inflation pressure
    - Tire inflation pressure
  - A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire inflation pressures specified for Mercedes-Benz rec...
  - Important!
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    - <TABLE BODY>
- Battery
  - Battery
    - Battery
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    - <TABLE BODY>
  - Important!
  - Important!
  - Note:
    - Note:
    - After reconnecting the battery also set the clock, resynchronize the express feature of the power...
  - Battery Recycling
- Jump starting
  - Jump starting
    - Jump starting
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    - <TABLE BODY>
  - Important!
    - Important!
    - A discharged battery can freeze at approx. +14
  - Jumper cable specifications:
  - • Minimum cable cross-section of 25 mm
    - • Minimum cable cross-section of 25 mm
    - • Maximum length of 11.5 ft. (3.5m).
  - 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 ...
    - 1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that the jumper cables will reach, but never ...
    - 2. On both vehicles:
  - Important!
    - Important!
  - 3. Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery...
    - 3. Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery...
    - 4. Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the grounded negative (-) terminal of the charged ...
  - Important!
    - Important!
  - 5. Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at high idle. Make sure the cable...
    - 5. Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at high idle. Make sure the cable...
    - 6. After the engine has started, remove jumper cables by exactly reversing the above installation...
  - Note:
- Towing the vehicle
  - Towing the vehicle
    - Towing the vehicle
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  - All except Sport Package
    - 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.
  - P88.20-2073-26
- Exterior lamps
  - Exterior lamps
    - Exterior lamps
  - Replacing bulbs
  - 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)
  - Exterior lamps:Headlamp assembly (Xenon)
  - Adjusting headlamp aim
  - Taillamp assemblies
- Changing batteries in the remote control
  - Changing batteries in the remote control
    - Changing batteries in the remote control
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - Checking batteries
    - 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
    - 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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      - <TABLE ROW>
        
        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        Do not place your hands near the roll bar, soft top frame, upper windshield area or soft top stor...
  - <GRAPHIC>
- Replacing wiper blade insert
  - Replacing wiper blade insert
    - Replacing wiper blade insert
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - Windshield wiper blade
    - 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
    - Headlamp wiper blades
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - Removal:
  - Fold wiper arm forward. Pull out pin (1) and remove wiper blade (2).
  - Installation:
  - Insert wiper blade and install pin.
  - Headlamp wiper blades
    - Headlamp wiper blades
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 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
  - Manual release of fuel filler flap
    - Manual release of fuel filler flap
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - The manual release knob is located behind cover (2) in the right slide trunk panel.
  - In case the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap:
  - 1. Unscrew wing nut (1)
- Trunk lamp
  - Trunk lamp
    - Trunk lamp
  - <GRAPHIC>
  - 1 Switching off
    - 1 Switching off
    - 2 Switching on
  - Switch off trunk lamp if the trunk is to remain open for a long period of time. This prevents the...
  - When the trunk lid is closed, the switch will reset and turn on the lamp the next time the lid is...
Contents – Vehicle care
- Contents – Vehicle care
  - Contents – Vehicle care
- Cleaning and care of the vehicle 261
- Power washer 262
Vehicle care
- Vehicle care
Contents – Technical data
- 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
- Warranty coverage
- Identification labels
- Layout of poly-V-belt drive
- Engine
- Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
- Engine oils
- Engine oil additives
- Air conditioner refrigerant
- Brake fluid
- Premium unleaded gasoline
- Fuel requirements
- Gasoline additives
- Coolants
- Consumer information
Index
- Index
- A
- ABS (Antilock brake system) 190
- Malfunction indicator lamp 208
  - Malfunction indicator lamp 208
- Adjusting steering column
- Storing steering column position in memory 70
  - 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
  - Airbag OFF indicator lamp 213
  - SRS indicator lamp 206
- Antenna 151
- Antilock brake system (ABS) 190
- Antitheft alarm system 42
- Aquaplaning 180
- Armrest 127
- Ashtrays 130, 131
- Audio system
- Anti-theft system 100
  - Anti-theft system 100
  - Button and soft key operation 101
  - Cassette mode 106
  - CD changer 110
  - CD mode 109
  - Operating and display elements 99
  - Operating safety 98
  - Operation 98, 102
  - Radio mode 104
  - Telephone operation 113
- Automatic climate control 90
- Air distribution 95
  - Air distribution 95
  - Air recirculation 96
  - Air volume 95
  - Basic setting - automatic mode 93
  - Defogging windows 94
  - Defrosting 94
  - Display and controls 92
  - Dust filter 97
  - Rear window defroster 95
  - Residual engine heat utilization 96
- Automatic transmission 168
- Emergency operation 174
  - Emergency operation 174
  - Fluid level 221
  - Maneuvering 172
  - Program mode selector switch 173
  - Selector lever positions 169
- B
- BabySmart
- Self-test 59
  - Self-test 59
- Backrest 48
- BAS (Brake assist system) 188
- Malfunction indicator lamp 207
  - Malfunction indicator lamp 207
- Battery 236
- Charge indicator lamp 211
  - Charge indicator lamp 211
  - Recycling 237
- Brake assist system (BAS) 188
- Brake fluid 278
- Capacity 276
  - Capacity 276
- Brake pad wear indicator lamp 205
- Brake warning lamp 204
- C
- Catalytic converter 163
- Central locking system 30
- Automatic central locking 38
  - Automatic central locking 38
  - Central locking switch 37
  - General notes 34
  - Locking and unlocking with remote control 31
  - Remote control 28, 30
  - Remote control – changing batteries 251
  - Vehicle keys 28
- 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
  - Adding coolant 224
  - Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity 281
  - Checking level 223
  - Coolants 280
  - Low engine coolant level warning lamp 209
  - Temperature gauge 78
- 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
  - Block heater 183
  - Brakes 177
  - Deep water 184
  - Pedals 176
  - Traveling abroad 184
  - Winter driving 182
- 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
  - Additives 278
  - Capacities 276
  - Checking level 221
  - Consumption 83
  - Engine oils 278
  - Low level warning lamp 210
- 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
  - Control Switch 194
  - Malfunction indicator lamp 207
  - Synchronizing 193
  - Warning lamp 207
- ETR (Emergency tensioning retractor) 60
- SRS indicator lamp 206
  - SRS indicator lamp 206
- Exterior lamp switch 84
- Exterior lamps 242
- Adjusting headlamp aim 247
  - Adjusting headlamp aim 247
  - Bulb for high and low beam 244
  - Failure indicator lamp 211
  - Headlamp assembly (Halogen) 243
  - Headlamp assembly (Xenon) 245
  - License plate lamps 250
  - Replacing bulbs 242
  - Taillamp assemblies 249
  - Turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp 244
- F
- First aid kit 215
- Flexible service system (FSS) 80
- FSS indicator lamp 77
  - 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
  - Additives 280
  - Fuel requirements 279
  - Premium unleaded 279
- H
- Hardtop
- Attaching hardtop 140
  - Attaching hardtop 140
  - Removing 137
- 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
  - SRS indicator lamp 206
- Infant and child restraint systems 67
- Instrument cluster 74
- Display illumination 77
  - Display illumination 77
  - Indicator lamps 76
  - Instrument lamps 77
  - Malfunction and indicator lamps 204
- Instruments and controls 18
- Interior
- General notes 124
  - General notes 124
- Interior central locking system 125
- Integration with vehicle central locking system 126
  - Integration with vehicle central locking system 126
  - Separate locking of storage compartments 126
- Interior lamps 120
- Interior lighting 120
- J
- Jump starting 238
- K
- Keys 28
- Flat key 29
  - Flat key 29
  - Master key 28
  - Valet 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
  - Brake warning lamp 204
- Passenger airbag indicator lamp 213
- Power assistance 177
- Power sunshade 122
- Power windows 116
- Express opening 117
  - Express opening 117
  - Opening with key 41
- 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
  - Exterior 72
  - Inside 71
- Remote control 28
- Changing batteries 251
  - Changing batteries 251
  - Synchronizing 252
- Replacement keys
- Obtaining 29
  - 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
  - Fastening 54
  - Unfastening 56
  - Warning lamp 206
- Seat belts and integrated restraint system 52
- Seats 44
- Seat heater 50
  - Seat heater 50
- Snow chains 181
- Soft top 143
- Lowering 144
  - Lowering 144
  - Raising 145
- Spare parts service 269
- Spare wheel 228
- SRS (Supplemental restraint system) 59
- Indicator lamp 206
  - Indicator lamp 206
- Start lock-out 34
- Malfunction lamp 77
  - Malfunction lamp 77
- Starting and turning off the engine 167
- Steering column
- Adjusting 70
  - 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
  - Electrical system 275
  - Main dimensions 275
  - Rims – Tires 273
  - Weights 275
- Tele Aid 155
- Information 159
  - Information 159
  - Initiating an emergency call 157
  - Roadside Assistance 158
- Telephone, general 132
- Telephones and two-way radio 153
- The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 154
- Tires
- Driving instructions 179
  - Driving instructions 179
  - Inflation pressure 234
  - Replacement 226
  - Speed rating 181
  - Traction 180
- 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
  - Changing 230
  - Rotating 227
  - Spare wheel 228
  - Tire replacement 226
- Where to find it 13
- Wind screen 148
- Installation 148
  - Installation 148
  - Removal 150
  - Setting up 150
- Windshield and headlamp washer system
- Check level 202
  - Check level 202
  - Fluid mixing ratio 225
  - Low fluid level warning lamp 210
- Windshield washer fluid mixing ratio 88
- Wiper blade, replacing insert 257
Service and Literature
- Service and Literature
  - Service and Literature
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        Warning!
        
        Warning!
        
        To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. ...
        
        If you have any question about carrying out some service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mer...
- 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.