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Seite 1 - SL 55 AMG

SL 500SL 55 AMG

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10IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Service Booklet describes all the nec-essary maintenance work which should be performed at regular inter

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100Controls in detailMemory functionStoring positions into memory왘 Adjust the seats, steering wheel and rear view mirrors to the desired posi-tion (컄

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101Controls in detailMemory functionYou can store a parking position for the passenger exterior rear view mirror for each key and each KEYLESS-GO* car

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102Controls in detailLightingLightingFor notes on how to switch on the head-lamps and use the turn signals, see the “Getting started” section (컄 page

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103Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and parking lamps can be switched on or off with the exterior lamp switch.Auto

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104Controls in detailLightingUSA only:The high beam headlamps can also be ac-tivated when driving with the daytime run-ning lamp mode activated and th

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105Controls in detailLightingHigh beam flasher 왘 Pull the combination switch briefly in direction 2.Hazard warning flasherThe hazard warning flasher c

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106Controls in detailLightingInterior lighting1 Left reading lamp2 Right reading lamp3 Interior lighting on/off4 Slide switch for interior lighting co

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107Controls in detailLightingManual controlSwitching lamps on왘 Press switch 3.The interior lighting switches on.Switching lamps off왘 Press switch 3 ag

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108Controls in detailInstrument clusterInstrument clusterA full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” section

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109Controls in detailInstrument clusterTrip odometer왘 Make sure that you are viewing the trip odometer display (컄 page 110).Press the jor k button on

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11IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

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110Controls in detailControl systemControl systemThe control system is activated as soon as the key in the starter switch is turned to position 1. The

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111Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are co

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112Controls in detailControl systemIn the Settings menu, instead of functions you will find a number of submenus for calling up and changing settings.

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113Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table below provides an overview of the indiv

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114Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8Standard dis-playAUDIO NAVI Dis

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115Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the stan-dard display menu with button k or j.The following fu

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116Controls in detailControl systemSelect radio station왘 Turn on the radio. Refer to the separate operating instructions.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeate

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117Controls in detailControl systemNAVI menuThe NAVI menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system. 왘 Press button è or ÿ repea

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118Controls in detailControl systemDistronic activatedWhen Distronic is activated the DTR sym-bol and the set speed are seen in the left display.1 Sym

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119Controls in detailControl systemThe stored messages will now be displayed in order. See the “Practical hints” section for malfunction and warning m

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12IntroductionWhere to find itWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle op

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120Controls in detailControl systemResetting all settingsYou can reset all the functions of all sub-menus to the factory settings.왘 Press the reset kn

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121Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De-tailed instructions on making indiv

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122Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Inst. cluster menu via the Settings menu. Use the Inst. cluster submenu to cha

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123Controls in detailControl systemSelecting speedometer display mode (Canada only)왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Inst. cluster

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124Controls in detailControl systemLighting submenuAccess the Lighting submenu via the Set-tings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and

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125Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingDuring darkness, the following lamps will come on when the exterior lamp switch is in posit

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126Controls in detailControl systemTo select delayed switch-off period:왘 Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Lighting sub-menu.왘 Press

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127Controls in detailControl systemInterior lighting delayed switch-offUse this function to set whether and for how long you would like the interior l

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128Controls in detailControl systemSetting station selection modeUse the Press button in audio mode func-tion to select the manual or memory sta-tion

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129Controls in detailControl systemTire pressure display*Use this function to set the unit for the tire pressure display.왘 Move the selection marker w

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13IntroductionSymbolsSymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since stand

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130Controls in detailControl systemAfter entering the vehicle, the steering wheel and seat will move into the position stored in memory when앫 the driv

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131Controls in detailControl systemSetting parking position for exterior rear view mirrorYou can store a parking position for the passenger exterior r

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132Controls in detailControl systemFuel consumption statistics after start왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Tri

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133Controls in detailControl systemResetting fuel consumption statistics왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip

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134Controls in detailControl systemYou can use the functions in the TEL menu to operate your telephone, provided it is connected to a hands-free syste

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135Controls in detailControl systemEnding a call왘 Press button ì.You have ended the call. In the right display you will again see the standby message.

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136Controls in detailControl systemRedialingThe control system stores the most recent-ly dialed phone numbers. This eliminates the need to search thro

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137Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAutomatic transmissionInformation for driving with an automatic transmission is found in the “Getting start

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138Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionOne-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears yourself when the selec

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139Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by pressing t

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14IntroductionOperating safetyOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following inf

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140Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionEffectP Park position Selector position when the vehicle is parked. Only place

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141Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionProgram mode selector switch1 Program mode selector switchS Standard For regular drivingW Winter For winter

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142Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAccelerator positionYour driving style influences the transmis-sion’s shifting behavior:Less throttle Earli

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143Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionActivating steering wheel gearshift control왘 Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until the Mf

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144Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionEmergency operation (Limp Home Mode)If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts, t

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145Controls in detailGood visibilityGood visibilityInformation on the windshield wipers (컄 page 44) and for setting the rear view mirrors (컄 page 35)

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146Controls in detailGood visibilityHeadlamp cleaning systemThe switch is located on the left side of the dashboard.1 Headlamp washer switch왘 Switch o

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147Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control

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148Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control panelItem1 Center air vent, adjustable2 Center air vent, fixed3 Air temperatur

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149Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlThe automatic climate control is operation-al whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climat

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15IntroductionProblems with your vehicleProblems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you beli

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150Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting the temperature for center and side air ventsWhen outside temperatures are low, you can manual

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151Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAdjusting air distributionUse the air distribution controls 2 and 6 (컄 page 148) to separately adjust th

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152Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlAir recirculation modeSwitch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the veh

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153Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain t

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154Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlResidual heat and ventilationWith the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventila

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155Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlReactivatingThere are several ways to reactivate the automatic climate control system:왘 Press any button

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156Controls in detailAutomatic climate controlVentilated storage compartmentsThe glove box and the armrest storage compartment are have their own air

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157Controls in detailPower windowsPower windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows can be opened and closed electrically. The switches for

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158Controls in detailPower windowsOpening the front side windows왘 Press switch 1 or 2.The window (left or right) will move downwards until you release

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159Controls in detailRetractable hardtopRetractable hardtopOpening and closing the retractable hardtopFor safety reasons, the retractable hardtop can

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16IntroductionReporting safety defectsReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Titl

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160Controls in detailRetractable hardtopLuggage coverThe luggage cover is located in the trunk.1 Handle2 HoldersClosing luggage cover왘 Pull out the lu

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161Controls in detailRetractable hardtop왘 Pull up on the hardtop switch as indi-cated by the arrow until the hardtop is completely lowered into its tr

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162Controls in detailRetractable hardtopLocking the retractable hardtop after raising/loweringIf the retractable hardtop is not properly locked, lock

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163Controls in detailRetractable hardtopOpening the retractable hardtop with the key왘 Aim the transmitter eye at the door handle.왘 Press and hold butt

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164Controls in detailRetractable hardtopClosing the retractable hardtop with the key왘 Aim the transmitter eye at the door handle.왘 Press and hold butt

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165Controls in detailRetractable hardtopIndicator lamp in the retractable hard-top switch lights when vehicle is stoppedIf the indicator lamp in the r

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166Controls in detailRetractable hardtop2 Close the fastening straps왘 Guide the fastening straps around the top of the roll bar and close the buck-les

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167Controls in detailRetractable hardtop1 Stop buttons2 HandleClosing왘 Using the handle 2, slide the sunshade towards the front of the vehicle.Opening

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168Controls in detailDriving systemsDriving systemsThe driving systems of your vehicle are de-scribed on the following pages:앫 Cruise control and Dist

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169Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at previously set speedSa

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17At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

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170Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting stored speed (“Resume” function)왘 Briefly push the cruise control lever to position 4.The cruise control w

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171Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic*When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases the driving convenience afforded

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172Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning! GDistronic cannot take street and traffic con-ditions into account. Only use Distronic if the weather and

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173Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic displays in the speedometer dialIf Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the DTR indicator lamp E

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174Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic menu in the control systemIn the Distronic menu you can read the cur-rent settings for Distronic. What a

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175Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic activatedWhen Distronic is activated the DTR sym-bol and the set speed are seen in the left display.1 Sy

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176Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set speed2 White DTR indicator lamp ESetting the current speed왘 Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed.왘

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177Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a lower speed왘 Depress the cruise control lever to position 2 (컄 page 175) and hold it down until the desi

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178Controls in detailDriving systemsDeactivating Distronic There are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system:왘 Briefly tip the cruise control

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179Controls in detailDriving systems1 Distance warning function on/off switch2 Thumbwheel for setting distanceIncreasing distanceIncreasing the distan

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18At a glanceCockpitCockpit

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180Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating왘 Press switch 1.The indicator lamp on the switch lights up. A loudspeaker symbol appears in the speedom

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181Controls in detailDriving systemsThe most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grill), especially at

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182Controls in detailDriving systemsOffset drivingA vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by D

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183Controls in detailDriving systemsActive Body Control (ABC)The ABC system automatically selects the optimum suspension tuning and ride height for yo

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184Controls in detailDriving systemsVehicle level controlYour vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to:앫 reduce fuel consumption앫 increase veh

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185Controls in detailDriving systemsThe following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary:The switch and the indicator l

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186Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic system* The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during park-ing maneuv

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187Controls in detailDriving systemsRange of the sensorsTo function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice snow and slush. Clean the sensors

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188Controls in detailDriving systemsFront area warning indicator1 Left side of the vehicle2 Right side of the vehicleEach warning indicator is divided

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189Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system on/offYou can switch off the Parktronic system manually.The Parktronic switch is l

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19At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Parking brake pedal 412 Hood lock release 2273 Parking brake release 474 Door control panel 265 Exterior lamp switch 43

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190Controls in detailUseful featuresUseful featuresInterior storage spaces Glove boxAn AUX socket to the audio system for por-table audio devices is i

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191Controls in detailUseful featuresAuxiliary cup holderYou can fasten the auxiliary cup holder onto the left front side of the passenger seat.Inserti

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192Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving the auxiliary cup holder왘 Pull the auxiliary cup holder 2 (컄 page 191) up and out of the recep-tacle and

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193Controls in detailUseful featuresArmrest storage spacesThe buttons are located under the cushion of the armrest.1 Button to open storage tray2 Butt

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194Controls in detailUseful featuresLocking the storage compartments separatelyYou can lock the storage compartments separately, e.g. when the vehicle

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195Controls in detailUseful featuresParcel net in trunkThere are three nets available in the trunk to secure loads:앫 a pocket net on each side of the

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196Controls in detailUseful features왘 Pull the strap 2 out of the holder 1.왘 Secure the luggage with the strap so that it cannot move.왘 Insert the str

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197Controls in detailUseful featuresCigarette lighterThe lighter socket can be used to accom-modate electrical accessories up to a maximum of 180 W. 1

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198Controls in detailUseful featuresSwitching on왘 Make sure that the ignition is switched on.All the lamps in the instrument cluster should light up.왘

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199Controls in detailUseful featuresLowering the hardtopThe hardtop can only be lowered when the luggage cover is closed and the trunk lid is complete

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Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

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20At a glanceInstrument clusterInstrument cluster

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200Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls us-ing the í and ì buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele-p

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201Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Tele Aid system(Telematic Alarm Identification on De-mand)The Tele Aid system consists of three types of respo

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202Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatical-ly:앫 following an accident in which the emergency tensio

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203Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Tele Aid system is available if:앫 it has been activated and is operation-al. Activation requires a subscriptio

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204Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button•.왘 Press and

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205Controls in detailUseful featuresThese programs are only available in the USA:앫 Sign and Drive services: Services such as jump start, a few gallons

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206Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA product

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207Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. key inside vehicle), and the reserve

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208Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen vehicle tracking servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the policeThe police

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209Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote control왘 Turn key in starter switch to position 2.왘 Hold the e

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21At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 Coolant temperature gauge with:D Coolant temperature warning lamp2542 Speedometer with:; Brake warning lamp,

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210Controls in detailUseful featuresRolling code programmingTo train a garage door opener (or other roll-ing code devices) with the rolling code fea-t

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211Controls in detailUseful featuresOperation of remote control왘 Turn key in starter switch to position 2.왘 Select and press the appropriate but-ton t

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213OperationThe first 1000miles (1500km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle care

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214OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)In the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for you

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215OperationDriving instructionsDriving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and oper

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216OperationDriving instructionsPower assistance BrakesWarning! GThe brake system requires electrical energy for operation.A malfunction in the vehicl

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217OperationDriving instructionsTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable t

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218OperationDriving instructionsDriving offApply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear

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219OperationDriving instructionsTiresTread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumfe

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22At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Left multifunction display in speedometer1102 Right multifunction disp

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220OperationDriving instructionsTire tractionThe safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay parti

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221OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

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222OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is a widely-spread Mercedes-Benz service network at yo

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223OperationDriving instructionsTelephones and two-way radiosRadio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit should only be

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224OperationDriving instructionsEmission controlCertain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissib

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225OperationAt the gas stationAt the gas stationThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Locking/unlock

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226OperationAt the gas stationCheck regularly and before a long trip1 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning systemMore information on refilling the

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227OperationEngine compartmentEngine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood release왘 Pull lever 1 downwards.The hood is unlocked.2 Lever for opening the hood왘 P

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228OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap-proximately 11/2ft (50 cm). The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make su

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229OperationEngine compartmentYou can check the engine oil level on the multifunction display.왘 Turn the key in the starter switch to position 2.The s

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23At a glanceCenter consoleCenter consoleUpper partItem Page1 Central locking switch 922 Hazard warning flasher on/off switch1053 Central unlocking sw

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230OperationEngine compartmentOther display messagesIf there is excessive engine oil with the en-gine at normal operating temperature, the following m

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231OperationEngine compartment1 Coolant expansion tank왘 Using a rag, turn the cap slowly approx-imately one half turn to the left to re-lease any exce

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232OperationEngine compartmentBatteryYour vehicle is equipped with two batter-ies:앫 The starter battery (located in the en-gine compartment)앫 The batt

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233OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning systemFluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning sy

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234OperationTires and wheelsTires and wheelsSee your authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen-ter for information on tested and recom-mended rims and tires for su

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235OperationTires and wheelsLife of tiresThe service life of a tire is dependent upon various factors including but not limited to:앫 Driving style앫 Ti

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236OperationTires and wheelsRegularly check your tire pressure at inter-vals of no more than 14 days. Tire pressure changes by approximately 1.5 psi (

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237OperationTires and wheelsActivating the tire inflation pressure monitorYou must activate the tire inflation pres-sure monitor in the following case

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238OperationTires and wheelsIf you wish to cancel activation:왘 Press ç button.If the following message appears in the speedometer display field:Reacti

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239OperationWinter drivingWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter have your vehi-cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service i

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24At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Parking assist (Parktronic system)* deactivation switch1862 Active Body Control (ABC) switch1833 Tow-a

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240OperationWinter drivingBlock heater (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heat-er.The electrical cable may be installed at your authoriz

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241OperationMaintenanceMaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance wit

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242OperationMaintenanceCalling up the service indicator왘 Switch ignition on.The standard display of the control sys-tem appears (컄 page 110).왘 Press b

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243OperationVehicle careVehicle careCleaning and care of the vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying extern

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244OperationVehicle careScratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired wit

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245OperationVehicle careEngine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from the i

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246OperationVehicle careCleaning the Distronic* system sensor coverDistronic* system sensor coverUse a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz

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247OperationVehicle care왘 Turn combination switch to position 1 (컄 page 44).왘 Once the wiper arms are in the position shown above, turn key in starter

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248OperationVehicle careSteering wheel and gear selector leverWipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather C

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249Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Locking/unlocking in an emergencyReplacing bulbsReplacing wiper bladesFlat tireBatteriesJump st

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25At a glanceOverhead control panelOverhead control panelItem Page1 Left reading lamp on/off 1062 Temperature sensor for automatic climate control1473

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250Practical hintsWhat to do if …What to do if …Lamps in instrument clusterProblem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ABS/ESP warning lamp

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251Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution- The yellow ABS malfunction indi-cator lamp comes on while driv-ing.The ABS

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252Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution1 The red SRS indicator lamp lights up while driving.There is a malfunction

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253Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution3 (Canada only); except Canada)The red brake warning lamp lights up while dr

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254Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionD The red coolant warning lamp lights up when the engine is run-ning.There i

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255Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionC The yellow roll bar warning lamp lights up or flickers when the en-gine is

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256Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution? The yellow CHECK ENGINE mal-function indicator lamp comes on while driving

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257Practical hintsWhat to do if …Messages in the displayThe control system shows warning and malfunction messages in the multifunction display.Certain

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258Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionABCDrive carefully!The capability of the ABC system is re-

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259Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionABCVisit workshop!The capability of the ABC system is re-s

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26At a glanceDoor control panelDoor control panelItem Page1 Door handle 892 Switches for open-ing/closing front and rear side windows1573 Memory funct

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260Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionBASDefective!Visit workshop!The BAS has detected a malfunc

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261Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionESPDefective!Visit workshop!The ESP is deactivated because

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262Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionDistronicExternal faultReactivate!Distronic* is switched o

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263Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionG Display defectiveThe instrument cluster display is malfu

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264Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution# Electric consumersoffline!The consumer battery has insuf

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265Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution2 Brake lining wear!Visit workshop!The brake pads have rea

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266Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionExcept Canada:;Canada only:3Reduced brake effectVisit work

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267Practical hintsWhat to do if …Warning! GDriving while these messages are displayed can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immedi

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268Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionExcept Canada:;Canada only:3Service brakeVisit workshop!Th

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269Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionFChip cardCheck battery!The KEYLESS-GO* card batteries are

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27Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

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270Practical hintsWhat to do if …FChip card!Do not forget!This display appears (for a maximum of 60 seconds) if the driver’s door is opened with the e

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271Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionFKEYLESS GOCheck systemThe KEYLESS-GO* system is mal-funct

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272Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution< Seat belt systemVisit workshop!The seat belt system i

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273Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionÏ CoolantStop, engine off!The coolant is too hot.The poly-

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274Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionÏCoolantVisit workshop!The cooling fan for the coolant is

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275Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.L. turn sig. rflectrThe left turn signal in the side mirr

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276Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.Brake lamp, LSubstitutelamp on!The left brake lamp is mal

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277Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.Licence platelamp, LThe left licence plate lamp is mal-fu

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278Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.Tail lamp, LSubstitutelamp on!The left tail lamp is malfu

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279Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution.Light sensorVisit workshop!The light sensor is malfunctio

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28Getting startedUnlockingThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners s

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280Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solution:Engine oil levelCheck level!The engine oil level is too l

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281Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pressureCautiontire defect!One or more tires is rapi

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282Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionTire pressurecontrol activated!Pressure display afterdrivi

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283Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHTire press. monit.Visit workshop!The tire inflation press

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284Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pressure, RR Cautiontire defect!The right rear tire

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285Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pressure, FLCheck tires!The left front tire pressure

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286Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionIRemove key!You have forgotten to remove the key.왘 Remove

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287Practical hintsWhat to do if …Left display Right display Possible cause Possible solutionKVisit workshop!The retractable hardtop is mal-functioning

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288Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is located in storage space under the passenger seat.1 Ha

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289Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Vehicles with spare wheel1 Spare wheel2 Electric air pump3 Vehicle tool kit4 Battery for electrical consumers5

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29Getting startedUnlockingStarter switch positionsStarter switch0 For removing key1 Power supplies to some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adjustm

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290Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergencyLocking/unlocking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleUnlocking the driver’s doorIf you are unable

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291Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkIf you are unable to unlock the trunk with the key, open the trunk with the mech

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292Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergencyLocking the vehicleIf you are unable to lock the vehicle with the electronic key, lock it with the

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293Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergencyChanging batteriesIf the batteries in the key or the KEY-LESS-GO* card are discharged, the vehicle

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294Practical hintsLocking/unlocking in an emergencyKEYLESS-GO card*1 Battery coverReplacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.왘 Pry ope

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295Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbsBulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore essent

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296Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Rear lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signalLED2 Turn signal lamp 1156 A3 Low beam11Vehicles with Bi-Xenon

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297Practical hintsReplacing bulbsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Only use 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Switch light

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298Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps 1 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp2 Low beam lamp cover (Xenon or Bi-Xenon* lamp). Do

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299Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Turn the locking mechanism 2 clock-wise.왘 Plug the connector onto the bulb.왘 Align headlamp cover and click into pl

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ContentsIntroduction... 7Product information... 7Operator’s Manual ...

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30Getting startedUnlockingUnlocking with KEYLESS-GO*The functions of the KEYLESS-GO card are nearly identical to those of the key, except that it cann

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300Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왘 Gently push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.왘 Insert new bulb and reinstall bulb sock-et. The bu

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301Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesReplacing wiper bladesRemoving왘 Turn key in starter switch to position 1.왘 Turn combination switch to wiper se

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302Practical hintsFlat tireFlat tireYour vehicle is equipped with a TIREFIT kit (SL 55 AMG only) or a spare wheel (SL 500 only).You can identify which

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303Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.왘 Attach the sticker where it will be easily s

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304Practical hintsFlat tire1 Valve stem2 Valve stem tool3 TIREFIT container4 Filler hose5 Filler hose plug6 Tire valve core왘 Unscrew the valve cap fro

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305Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Drive the vehicle back and forth very slowly approximately 30 ft (10 m).This distributes the TIREFIT sealant ma-terial in

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306Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Press 0 on the electric air pump switch.왘 Turn the key in the ignition to position 0.or왘 Press KEYLESS-GO* start/stop but

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307Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit.왘 Bring used TIREFIT materials t

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308Practical hintsFlat tireSealing tires with TIREFIT kit 2Small tire punctures, particularly those in the tread, can be sealed with TIREFIT.TIREFIT c

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309Practical hintsFlat tire1 TIREFIT container2 Flap3 Notch4 Electrical plug5 Air hose6 Flange왘 Open flap 2 on the electric air pump.왘 Pull plug 4 an

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31Getting startedUnlockingPosition 1왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-ton once.Power supply for some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adjustmen

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310Practical hintsFlat tireAfter 5 minutes, the pressure gauge must display at least 26 psi (1.8 bar). The air hose can become hot during inflation. P

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311Practical hintsFlat tire왘 After driving vehicle for an initial 10 minutes, check tire pressure using the pressure gauge on the air pump.왘 Visit an

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312Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheel Preparing the vehiclePrepare the vehicle as described above (컄 page 302).왘 Turn spare wheel bracke

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313Practical hintsFlat tire왘 On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (ap-proximately one full turn with wrench). The jack

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314Practical hintsFlat tire1 Jack arm2 Jack support tube hole3 Crank왘 Insert jack arm 1 fully into the tube hole 2 up to the stop.왘 Keeping jack in th

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315Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the new wheel왘 Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub.왘 Guide the spare wheel onto the align-ment bolt and

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316Practical hintsFlat tireInflating the spare tire왘 Take the electric air pump out of the trunk (컄 page 289).1 Flap2 Air hose with pressure gauge and

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317Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Press 0 on the electric air pump switch.왘 Turn the key in the ignition to position 0.or왘 Press KEYLESS-GO* start/stop but

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318Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning crank coun-terclockwise until the full weight of the vehicle is resting on t

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319Practical hintsBatteriesBatteriesYour vehicle is equipped with two batter-ies:앫 The starter battery (located in the en-gine compartment)앫 The batte

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32Getting startedAdjustingAdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening of

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320Practical hintsBatteriesDisconnecting the batteriesDisconnecting the battery for electrical consumers왘 Unhook the luggage cover in the trunk.왘 Remo

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321Practical hintsBatteriesRemoving the batteriesRemoving the battery for electrical con-sumers왘 Remove the screws securing the bat-tery in the trunk.

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322Practical hintsBatteriesReconnecting the battery for electrical consumers왘 Turn off all electrical consumers.왘 Connect the positive lead and fasten

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323Practical hintsJump startingJump startingIf the starter battery is discharged, the en-gine can be started with jumper cables and the battery of ano

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324Practical hintsJump startingThe starter battery is located in the engine compartment.왘 Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch.왘 Turn off the

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325Practical hintsTowing the vehicleTowing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using f

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326Practical hintsTowing the vehicleWarning! GIf circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, always tow with a tow bar if:

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327Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltFront of vehicle1 Cover on right side of front bumper.To remove cover:왘 Press mark on co

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328Practical hintsTowing the vehicleThe towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit (located in the storage compart-ment under the trunk floor).왘 Sc

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329Practical hintsFusesFusesMain fuse boxThe main fuse box is in the engine com-partment on the driver’s side in front of the bulkhead (wall separatin

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33Getting startedAdjustingThe seat adjustment switch is located in the door.1 Seat fore and aft adjustment2 Seat height3 Seat cushion tilt4 Backrest t

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331Technical dataSpare parts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensi

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332Technical dataSpare parts serviceThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Spare parts serviceAll authori

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333Technical dataWarranty coverageWarranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the “warranties” printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

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334Technical dataIdentification labelsIdentification labels1 Certification label (above driver’s door lock latch)2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

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335Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt driveLayout of poly-V-belt driveSL 5001 Automatic belt tensioner2 Power steering pump3 Air conditioner compress

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336Technical dataEngineEngineModel SL 500 (230.475(1)) SL 55 AMG (230.474(1))Engine 113 113Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection 4-str

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337Technical dataRims and tiresRims and tiresOnly use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved b

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338Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresSpare wheelSL 500 (Sport Package*) SL 55 AMGFront axle:Rims (light alloy) 81/2J x18 81/2J x18Wheel offs

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339Technical dataElectrical systemElectrical systemModel SL 500 SL 55 AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 AStarter motor 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.

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34Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint tilt왘 Manually adjust the angle of the head restraint. Push or pull on the lower edge of the head restraint c

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340Technical dataMain dimensionsMain dimensionsModel SL 500 SL 55 AMGOverall vehicle length 178.4 in (4531 mm) 178.4 in (4531 mm)Overall vehicle lengt

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341Technical dataWeightsWeightsRoof load max. 110lb (50kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

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342Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must

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343Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines. Therefore, only

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344Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirementsOnly use Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439:앫 T

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345Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Damage or malfunctions resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are

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346Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Anticorrosion/antifreezeYour vehicle contains a number of alumi-num parts. The use of aluminum compo

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347Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.Windshield and headlamp washer systemBoth the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied fr

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348Technical dataConsumer informationConsumer informationThis has been prepared as required of all manufacturers of passenger cars under Ti-tle 49, Co

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349Technical dataConsumer informationTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the gene

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35Getting startedAdjustingSteering column, height왘 Move the stalk up or down in the direc-tion of arrow 2. Make sure that your legs can move freely an

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351Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.ABC(Acti

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352Technical termsCockpitAll instruments, switches, buttons and indicator/warning lamps in the passen-ger compartment needed for vehicle operation and

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353Technical termsGear rangeNumber of gears which are available to the automatic transmission for shifting. The automatic gear shifting process can be

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354Technical termsMultifunction displayTwo display fields in the instrument cluster used to present information provided by the control system.Multifu

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355Technical termsRONThe Research Octane Number for gaso-line as determined by a standardized method. It is an indication of a gaso-line's abilit

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356Technical termsVehicle level controlThe ground clearance of the vehicle is automatically controlled according to a selected setting and speed. The

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357IndexAABC 183, 351Messages in display 258Oil level 230Setting vehicle level 184ABC switch 24ABS 68, 351Malfunction indicator lamp 21, 251Messages i

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358IndexAnti-theft alarm system 75Arming 76Canceling the alarm 76Disarming 76Anti-theft systemsAnti-theft alarm system 75Tow-away alarm 77Aquaplaning

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359IndexBrakes 216Warning lamp 253Break-in period 214Bulbs, replacingBackup lamps 299Brake lamps 296Front lamps 295, 298License plate lamps 300Parking

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36Getting startedAdjusting왘 Make sure that the ignition is switched on.All the lights in the instrument cluster light up.왘 Press button 1 for the left

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360IndexCombination switch 19, 43, 104Consumer information 348Control system 110, 113, 352AUDIO menu 115Convenience submenu 129Distronic* menu 117Func

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361IndexDelayed switch-offExterior lamps 125Interior lighting 127Digital clock 19Direction of rotation (tires) 235DisplaysDistronic* 173Messages 287Pa

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362IndexEEasy-entry/exit 129Interrupting movement 130Message in display 271Easy-Pack 198Lowering manually 292Electric air pump 316Electrical consumer

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363IndexFuel 225Additives 344Fuel requirements 344Fuel reserve warning lamp 21, 255Gasoline additives 344Premium unleaded gasoline 225, 342, 344Fuel c

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364IndexIIgnition 29, 31Switching on 29Immobilizer 75Activating 48, 75Deactivating 75Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and warningInfant and child

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365IndexLLabels, identification 334Lamp bulbs, exterior 295Lamps, exteriorDelayed switch-off 125Exterior lamp switch 19, 43Front 296Headlamps 245Light

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366IndexManual operationsInterior lighting control 107Locking the vehicle 292Lowering Easy-Pack 292Unlocking interior storage compartments 291Unlockin

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367IndexNNavigation systemOperating 117Night security illumination 125OOctane number 355Odometer, main 21OilAdding 229Checking level 228Consumption 22

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368IndexPhone book* 135Loading 135Quick search 135Phone number*Dialing 135Redialing 136Pliers, universal (vehicle tool kit) 288Poly-V-belt drive 354La

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369IndexRetractable hardtop 354Closing (electronic key) 164Closing (switch) 161Locking after raising/lowering 162Message in display 287Opening (key) 1

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37Getting startedDrivingDrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or carpe

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370IndexLocator lighting 125Miles/kilometers in speedometer 123Multifunction display language 123Night security illumination 125Radio station 116Speed

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371IndexStarter battery 232, 319Starter switch 19, 29Starting difficulties 41Starting position 29Starting the engineWith KEYLESS-GO* 40With the key 40

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372IndexTele Aid 200Emergency calls 202Information 205Initiating an emergency call manually 203Messages in display 263Roadside assistance 204SOS butto

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373IndexTrip computer 131Trip odometer 21Resetting 109TrunkClosing the lid 91Easy-Pack load assist 198Lighting 107Lock button (KEYLESS-GO*) 88Locking

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374IndexVIN (vehicle identification number) 334, 356Voice control system* 19Hands-free microphone 25Voice control system+ 353WWarning lamps see Lamps,

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Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly.

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38Getting startedDriving1 Seat belt housing 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle4 Release button왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt from the seat belt outlet 1.왘

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39Getting startedDriving앫 Do not fasten a seat belt around a per-son and another object at the same time.앫 Check your seat belt during travel to ensur

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ContentsControls in detail ... 79Locking and unlocking ... 80Keys ...

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40Getting startedDrivingStarting with the SmartKey왘 Turn the key in the starter switch to position 3 and hold until the engine starts (컄 page 29).왘 De

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41Getting startedDrivingStarting difficultiesIf the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps:왘 If you are starting the engine

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42Getting startedDrivingDriving왘 Place the gear selector lever in position D or R.왘 Release the brake pedal.왘 Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.

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43Getting startedDrivingSwitching on headlampsExterior lamp switch1 Off2 Low beam headlamps on왘 Turn the switch to B.More information can be found in

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44Getting startedDrivingWindshield wipersThe combination switch is on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Single wipe2 Switching on wi

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45Getting startedDrivingWiping with windshield washer fluid왘 Push switch in the direction of arrow 1 past the resistance point.The windshield wiper op

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46Getting startedDrivingIn case of accidentIf the vehicle is leaking gasoline:왘 Do not start the engine under any cir-cumstances.왘 Notify local fire a

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47Getting startedParking and lockingParking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End

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48Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the switch to M (컄 page 43).More information can be found in the “Controls in detail

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49Getting startedParking and locking왘 After exiting the vehicle, press the lock button ‹ on the remote control (컄 page 28).The locking knobs on the do

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ContentsRetractable hardtop... 159Opening and closing the retractable hardtop ... 159Dr

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50Getting startedParking and locking1 Lock button on the door handle왘 After exiting the vehicle, press the lock button 1 on the door handle.The lockin

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51Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

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52Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle

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53Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyAirbagsWarning! GAirbags are designed to reduce the potential for injury resulting from certain frontal im-pacts (

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54Safety and SecurityOccupant safety앫 Occupants, especially children, should never lean their heads in the area of the door where the head-thorax airb

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55Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbagiAirbags are designed to activate only

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56Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle, we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with a

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57Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen an airbag deploys, a small amount of dust is released while inflating. This dust is neither injurious to your

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58Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyHead-thorax airbagsThe head-thorax airbags are deployed: 앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle앫 in impacts exceedi

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59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GNever ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined posit

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ContentsPractical hints... 249What to do if … ... 250Lamps in instrument cluster...

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60Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts are equipped with emergen-cy tensioning d

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61Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyRoll bar The roll bar raises automatically in an acci-dent or in a critical driving situation. You can also raise

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62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyRaising the roll bar왘 Lift the switch for the retractable hard-top.왘 Press and hold button 2 until the roll bar is

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63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWe recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion.The passe

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64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBabySmartTM airbag deactivation systemSpecial BabySmartTM compatible child seats, designed for use with the Merced

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65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 7 indicator lamp located on the glove box will be illuminated, except with the key removed or in the starter s

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66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GDo not place powered-on laptops, cell phones and like electronic devices on the passenger seat. Signals

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67Safety and SecurityPanic alarmPanic alarmAn audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 21/2minutes.1Â buttonActivating

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68Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsDriving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫 A

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69Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe - warning lamp in the speedome-ter (컄 page 21) lights up when you turn the key to position 1 or 2. It g

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7Product informationIntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using Mercedes-Benz orig-inal p

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70Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsESPThe Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle's traction (force of adhesive friction

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71Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching off ESPTo improve the vehicle's traction, turn off the ESP in driving situations where it wo

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72Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe button is located in the lower part of the center console.1 ESP on/off왘 Press ESP button 1 until the ES

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73Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe SBC brake system is automatically ac-tivated when you:앫 unlock the vehicle with the key or the KEYLESS-

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74Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe SBC brake servo assistance switches off automatically when you앫 remove the key from the starter switch

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75Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsAnti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activatin

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76Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsArming the alarm systemThe alarm system is armed after locking the vehicle with the remote control. The turn si

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77Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsTow-away alarmOnce the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attem

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79Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityAutomatic cl

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8IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully an

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80Controls in detailLocking and unlockingIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment insta

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81Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signals blink once. The locking knobs in the doors m

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82Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.The battery check lamp 5 lights up briefly to indicate that the k

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83Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunk lidThe handle is located in the rear license plate recess.1 Trunk lid lock2 Handle 왘 Lift t

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84Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeparately unlocking the trunk왘 Turn the key completely to the left to position 1.You can now open the trunk.

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85Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO*앫 Always carry the KEYLESS-GO card with you.앫 Never store the KEYLESS-GO

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86Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Grasp the door handle.The vehicle will lock again automatically within appro

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87Controls in detailLocking and unlockingRestoring to factory setting왘 Press and hold the programming button 1 until the “Global unlock” symbol 3 ligh

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88Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking the trunk lidThe handle is located in the rear license plate recess.왘 Pull on the handle and lift u

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89Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLoss of KEYLESS-GO-cardIf you lose your KEYLESS-GO card, you should do the following:왘 Have the KEYLESS-GO ca

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9IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be en

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90Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Pull remote trunk lid release switch 1.The trunk unlocks. The indicator lamp 2 comes on. It remains lit unt

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91Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk lid1 Handle왘 Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on handle 1.Automatic central lockingThe doo

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92Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLocking and unlocking from the insideYou can lock or unlock the vehicle from in-side using the central lockin

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93Controls in detailSeatsSeatsInformation on seat adjustment can be found in the “Getting started” section (컄 page 32).Lumbar supportYou can adjust th

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94Controls in detailSeatsLumbar region support왘 Press k or j on rocker switch 1.This selects the air cushion you wish to adjust.왘 Press æ or ç on rock

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95Controls in detailSeatsMoving the seats forward and backwardYou can move the seats forward and back to facilitate loading and unloading.The switch i

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96Controls in detailSeatsSeat ventilation*The switch is located on the door. The blue indicator lamps on the switch show the ventilation level selecte

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97Controls in detailSeatsSeat heaterVehicles without seat ventilation*The switch is located on the door.1 Normal heating2 Rapid heating왘 Make sure the

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98Controls in detailSeatsVehicles with seat ventilation*The switch is located on the door. The red indicator lamps on the switch show the heater level

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99Controls in detailMemory functionMemory functionWith the memory switch you can store up to three different settings per key and KEY-LESS-GO* card.Th

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