Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:
We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for
your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability for MercedesBenz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases
an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could
adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive
comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.
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 exemplifies your desire to own an
automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and
for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:
• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for
your reference.
• Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the
operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
• Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety
of the vehicle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
DaimlerChrysler AG
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Operator's manual
This Operator's Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this
manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to
follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional
equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized MercedesBenz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,
including:
•New Car Limited Warranty,
•Emission System Warranty,
•Emission Performance Warranty,
•California, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
(California, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),
•State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).
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Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz
USA,LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of
repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle. A reasonable number of repair
attempts is presumed for a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a
cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or (2) the same substantial non-conformity has been subject to repair four or more
times and you have at least once directly notified us in writing of the need to repair the non-conformity and have given us an
opportunity to perform the repair ourselves. Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Regional Office listed
in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet.
Maintenance
The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.
The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.
Roadside assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the
toll-free Roadside Assistance number:
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.
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Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send in the "Change of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in
Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA)
at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:
• Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available,
• unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,
• gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program.
For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA:In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz USA,Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
LLC European Delivery DepartmentEuropean Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive849 Eglinton Avenue East
Montvale, NI 07645-0350Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design
and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator's Manual might differ from your vehicle.
Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order
items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator's Manual, your authorized MercedesBenz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.
The Operator's Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
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The First 1000 Miles (1500km)
The more cautiously you treat your
vehicle during the break-in period, the
more satisfied you will be with its
performance later on. Therefore, drive
your vehicle during the first 1000 miles
(1500 km) at moderate vehicle and
engine speeds.
During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and excessive
engine speeds.
Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is
not recommended to brake the vehicle
by manually shifting to a lower gear.
We recommend to select positions "3",
"2" or "1" only at moderate speeds (for
hill driving).
After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds
may be gradually increased to the
permissible maximum.
Check Regularly and Before a Long
Trip
See Index
Maintenance
We strongly recommend that you have
your vehicle serviced by your
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, in
accordance with the Maintenance
Booklet.
Failure to have the vehicle maintained
in accordance with the Maintenance
Booklet may result in vehicle damage
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz.
Limited Warranty.
Radio Transmitters
Warning!
Never operate radio transmitters
equipped with a built-in or attached
antenna (i.e. without the telephone
connected to an external antenna)
from inside the vehicle while the
engine is running. Doing so could
lead to a malfunction of the vehicle's
electronic system, possibly resulting
in an accident and personal injury.
Radio transmitters, such as a portable
telephone or a citizens band unit,
should only be used inside the vehicle
if they are connected to an antenna that
is installed on the outside of the
vehicle.
Refer to the radio transmitter operation
instructions regarding use of an
external antenna.
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IntroductionPower seats34Interior Lighting60
Product information2Heated Seats38Power Windows61
Operator's manual
Consumer Information151 Adjusting steering column39Hardtop64
Problems with your vehicle152 Seat belts and Supplemental
Automatic Climate Control22Trip Odometer56Fuel Consumption Gauge86
Car Keys26Clock56Fuel Reserve Warning Lamps87
Infrared Remote Control
Central locking system29Console storage compartments58Coolant Temperature Gauge87
Door
Trunk30Rear Storage Compartments58
Interior Central Locking System
Anti-Theft Alarm System
Backrest36Rear Window Defroster61
4Arm Rest39Roll Bar62
Soft top
153 Seat belts40Wind Screen71
10Combination Switch51
14Exterior rear view mirror54Driving off76
27Storage Compartments (Eyeglasses
29Door pockets58Low Engine Coolant Level
32Ashtray59
33Lighter59
restraint system (SRS)40
(ETR)
44Antenna73
Airbags
Steering Lock50Driving
Vanity Mirrors
Display illumination
compartment) in dashboard57
45Cellular Telephone73
55Charge Indicator Lamp85
Oil Level Warning Lamp85
56Engine Oil Consumption86
Outside Temperature Indicator87
Warning Lamp88
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Low windshield and headlamp
washer system fluid level warning
lamp88
Roll Bar Warning Lamp
Seat Belt and Backrest Lock
Warning Lamp
Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp90Stowing things in vehicle108 Vehicle Data Card139
Brake Warning Lamp90Vehicle Tools108 Warranty Coverage139
ABS (Antilock Brake System)91Vehicle Jack109 Technical Data
Electronic stability program
Acceleration Slip Control (ASR)93Changing Wheels111SL 500142
Electronic stability program (ESP)95Tire inflation Pressure114SL 600144
Adaptive damping system (ADS)97Battery115 Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc.146
Emission Control100 Exterior lamps116 Capacities146
On-Board Diagnostic System
(California models only)100
Traveling Abroad101 Towing the Vehicle124 Engine Oils additives148
Winter Driving101 Jump Starting125 Air conditioner refrigerant148
Snow Chains101 Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap126 Brake Fluid148
Hood104 Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive130 Coolants150
Checking Coolant Level105 Replacing Wiper Blades131 Check regularly and before a long trip 160
Adding Coolant105 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle132
Checking engine oil level106 MERCEDES-BENZ
Checking Automatic Transmission
Fluid Level107
Trunk Lamp108 Technical Data. Fuels, Coolants,
Lubricants etc. Consumer
Information
89Spare Wheel108
89First Aid Kit108 Identification Plates138
92Wheels110SL 320140
Fuses123 Engine Oils148
Ski rack126 Premium Unleaded Gasoline149
Raising soft top manually128 Gasoline Additives149
Spare Parts Service136
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Instruments and Controls
For more detailed descriptions see specified pages
1Side air outlet, adjustable18Air volume control for center air outlet
Level control switch and
2
wheel change switch
Exterior lamp switch
3
4Parking brake release21Automatic climate control
5Hood lock release22Audio system
6Parking brake pedal23Trunk lid release switch
7Combination switch24
8Cruise control25Central locking switch
9Horn26Hazard warning flasher switch
10Airbag27Adaptive damping system adjustment switch
11Instrument cluster28ASR or ESP control switch
12Steering lock with ignition/starter switch29Roll bar operation switch
13Center air outlet adjustable30Ashtray with lighter (to open press bottom of cover)
14Heated air supply button - center air outlet31Soft/hardtop operation switch
15Non heated/cooled air supply button - center air outlet32Mirror adjustment switch
17Air volume control for left air outlet34Seat heater switch
19Air volume control for right air outlet
20Airbag off indicator lamp
Rear window defroster switch
Indicator lamp for anti-theft alarm system
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Instrument Cluster8 ESP warning lamp (yellow) or
ASR warning lamp (yellow) or
1 Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). See Index.ETS warning lamp (yellow). See Index.
2 Coolant temperature gauge. See Index.9 Trip odometer. See Index.
3 Fuel consumption gauge. See Index.10 Main odometer
4 Engine Oil pressure gauge (bar). See Index.11 Outside temperature indicator. See Index.
5 Left turn signal indicator lamp (green)12 Right turn signal indicator lamp (green)
6 Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer. See Index.13 Knob for setting clock. See Index.
7 Speedometer14 Tachometer. See Index.
15 Clock See Index.
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Indicator Lamp Symbols
Function Indicator Lamp
High beam
Electronic power control malfunction. See Index.
Exterior lamp failure. See Index.
Warning Lamp
(should go out with the engine running unless)
Adjust driving to road condition.
See IndexBrake fluid low (except Canada).
Fluid level for windshield and headlamp washer system
low. See Index.
Coolant level low. See Index.SRS malfunction. See Index.
Engine oil level low. See Index.Fasten seat belts. Backrest not locked.
Roll bar malfunction. See Index.
ABS malfunction. See Index.
ADS malfunction. See Index.
ESP malfunction. See Index.
ASR malfunction. See Index.
ETS malfunction. See Index.
Brake pads worn down. See Index.
Battery not being charged properly. See IndexASR or ETS.
Parking brake engaged. See Index.
Brake fluid low (Canada only).
Parking brake engaged. See Index.
See Index.
Engine malfunction indicator lamp. If the lamp
comes on when the engine is running, it indicates a
malfunction of the fuel injection system or emission
control system. In either case, we recommend that
you have the malfunction checked as soon as
possible. See Index.
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Catalytic Converter
Caution!
Warning!
Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped
with monolithic type catalytic converters,
an important element in conjunction with
the oxygen sensor to achieve substantial
control of the pollutants in the exhaust
emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper
operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as
outlined in your Maintenance Booklet.
To prevent damage to the catalytic
converters, use only premium unleaded
gasoline in this vehicle.
Any noticeable irregularities in engine
operation should be repaired promptly.
Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel
may reach the catalytic converter
causing it to overheat.
As with any vehicle, do not idle, park
or operate this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as grass,
hay or leaves can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system, as these
materials could be ignited.
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Starting and Turning off the Engine
Cold Engine
Important!
Starter Lock-Out
Important!
The engine can only be started, if the
vehicle was unlocked from the outside.
Before Starting
Engage parking brake and ensure
gearshift lever is in neutral (selector
lever position "P" or "N" on automatic
transmissions).
Turn key in steering lock to position 2.
The charge indicator lamp should come
on.
Note:
If transmit button of the remote control
is inadvertently pressed again prior to
starting the engine, the start lock-out is
activated. In this case press transmit
button again to deactivate the start
lockout.
Do not depress accelerator.
Turn key in steering lock clock-wise to
the stop. Do not depress accelerator.
Release key only when the engine is
firing regularly.
Hot Engine
Do not depress accelerator. Turn key in
steering lock clock-wise to the stop. If
the engine has not fired after approx. 4
seconds, depress accelerator and
continue cranking until the engine is
firing regularly. Release key and back
off accelerator.
At very high coolant temperatures the
engine starting time can be shortened if
the accelerator is depressed slowly at
the beginning of the starting process.
Turning Off
Turn the key in the steering lock to
position 0 to stop the engine.
The key can only be removed with the
selector lever in position
"P".
Due to the installed starter non-repeat
feature, the key must be turned
completely to the left before attempting
to start the engine again.
Observe the oil pressure gauge
immediately after starting the engine.
In a very cold engine the oil pressure
will rise slowly after the engine has
started. Do not speed up the engine
before pressure is registered on the
pressure gauge. If you do not see the
gauge register oil pressure, stop the
engine and have it checked.
The battery charge indicator lamp
should go out as soon as the engine has
started.
In areas where temperatures frequently
drop below -4°F (-20°C) we
recommend that an engine block heater
be installed. Your authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer will advise you
on this subject.
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Driving Instructions
Warning!
If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you
suspect that possible damage to your
vehicle has occurred, you should
turn on the hazard flashers, carefully
slow down, and drive with caution to
an area which is a safe distance from
the roadway.
Inspect the tires and under the
vehicle for possible damage. If the
vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have it
towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz
or tire dealer for repairs.
Power Assistance
Warning!
When the engine is not running, the
brake and steering systems are
without power assistance. Under
these circumstances, a much greater
effort is necessary to stop or steer the
vehicle.
Brakes
Warning!
After driving in heavy rain for some
time without applying the brakes or
through water deep enough to wet
brake components, the first braking
action may be somewhat reduced
and increased pedal pressure may be
necessary. Be sure to maintain a safe
distance from vehicles in front.
Resting your foot on the brake pedal
will cause excessive and premature
wear of the brake pads.
It can also result in the brakes
overheating thereby significantly
reducing their effectiveness. It may
not be possible to stop the car in
sufficient time to avoid an accident.
The condition of the parking brake
system is checked each time the car is
in the shop for the required
maintenance.
All checks and maintenance work on
the brake system should be carried out
by an authorized Mercedes-Benz
dealer.
If the parking brake is released and the
brake warning lamp in the instrument
cluster stays on, the brake fluid level in
the reservoir is too low.
Brake pad wear or a leak in the system
may be the reason for low brake fluid
in the reservoir.
Have the brake system inspected at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer
immediately.
Install only brake pads and brake fluid
recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Warning!
If other than recommended brake
pads are installed, or other than
recommended brake fluid is used,
the braking properties of the vehicle
can be degraded to an extent that
safe braking is substantially
impaired.
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Caution!
When driving down long and steep
grades, relieve the load on the brakes
by shifting into "3", "2" or "1" (for
models SL 500 and SL 600). This helps
prevent overheating of the brakes and
reduces brake pad wear.
After hard braking, it is advisable to
drive on for some time, rather than
immediately parking, so the air
stream will cool down the brakes
faster.
Tires
Tread wear indicators (TWI) are
required by law. These indicators are
located in six places on the tread
circumference and become visible at a
depth of approximately
1
/16in (2 mm),
at which point the tire is considered
worn and should be replaced.
The tread wear indicator appears as a
solid band across the tread.
Warning!
Do not allow your tires to wear
down too far. With less than
1
/16in
(1.5 mm) of tread, the adhesion
properties on a wet road are sharply
reduced.
Depending upon the weather and/or
road surface (conditions), the tire
traction varies widely.
Specified tire pressures must be
maintained. This applies particularly if
the tires are subjected to high loads
(e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high
ambient temperatures).
Warning!
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat
tire affects the ability to steer or
brake the vehicle. You may lose
control of the car. Continued driving
with a flat tire or driving at high
speed with a flat tire will cause
excessive heat build-up and possibly
a fire.
Aquaplaning
Depending on the depth of the water
layer on the road, aquaplaning may
occur, even at low speeds and with
new tires. Avoid track grooves in the
road and apply brakes cautiously in the
rain.
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Tire Traction
Tire Speed Rating
Parking
The safe speed on a wet, snow covered
or icy road is always lower than on a
dry road.
You should pay particular attention to
the condition of the road as soon as the
prevailing temperatures fall close to the
freezing point.
Warning!
If ice has formed on the road, tire
traction will be substantially
reduced. Under such weather
conditions, drive, steer and brake
with extreme caution.
We recommend M + S radial-ply tires
for the winter season for all four wheels
to insure normal balanced handling
characteristics.
On packed snow, they can reduce your
stopping distance as compared with
summer tires. Stopping distance,
however, is still considerably greater
than when the road is wet or dry.
Your vehicle is factory equipped with
"Z"-rated tires.
Despite the tire rating, local speed
limits should be obeyed. Use prudent
driving speeds appropriate to
prevailing conditions.
Warning!
Even when permitted by law, never
operate a vehicle at speeds greater
than the maximum speed rating of
the tires.
Exceeding the maximum speed for
which tires are rated can lead to
sudden tire failure causing loss of
vehicle control and resulting in
personal injury and possible death.
Warning!
To reduce the risk of personal injury
as a result of vehicle movement,
turning off the engine and
before
leaving the vehicle always:
1. Keep foot on brake pedal.
2. Firmly depress parking
brake pedal.
3. Engage first or reverse gear
(selector lever position "P" in the
case of automatic transmissions).
4. Slowly release brake pedal.
5. Turn front wheels towards
the road curb.
6. Turn the key to steering
lock position 0 and remove.
Important!
It is advisable to set the parking brake
whenever parking or leaving the
vehicle. In addition, engage first or
reverse gear (selector lever position
"P").
When parking on hills, always set the
parking brake.
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Winter Driving Instructions
The most important rule for slippery or
icy roads is to drive sensibly and to
avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and
steering action. Do not use the cruise
control system under such conditions.
When the vehicle is in danger of
skidding, declutch, or in case of
automatic transmission move selector
lever to position "N". Try to keep the
vehicle under control by corrective
steering action.
Road salts and chemicals can adversely
affect braking efficiency. Increased
pedal force may become necessary to
produce the normal brake effect. We
therefore recommend depressing the
brake pedal periodically when traveling
at length on salt-strewn roads. This can
bring road salt impaired braking
efficiency back to normal.
A prerequisite is, however, that this is
done without endangering other drivers
on the road.
If the vehicle is parked after being
driven on salt treated roads, the braking
efficiency should be tested as soon as
possible after driving is resumed while
observing the safety rules in the
previous paragraph.
Warning!
If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow,
make sure that snow is kept clear of
the exhaust pipe and from around
the vehicle with engine running.
Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide
(CO) gases may enter vehicle interior
resulting in unconsciousness and
death.
To assure sufficient fresh air
ventilation, open a window slightly
on the side of the car that is out of
the wind.
Passenger Compartment
Warning!
Always fasten items being carried as
securely as possible.
In an accident, during hard braking
or sudden maneuvers, loose items
will be thrown around inside the
vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle
occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
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Operation
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Automatic Climate Control
1.Temperature selector
2.Temperature indicator
3.Conversion switch
4.Function selection buttons
Normal setting
Defrost
Economy ( no cooling )
Residual engine heat
utilization
Air recirculation
Off
5.Fan speed buttons, 4 stages
6.Air distribution buttons
Air is directed to
windshield
Air is directed to
windshield, foot area
and doors
Air is directed to foot
area and doors
Air is directed only to
air outlets 8, 12 and
14 (open outlets)
7. Air volume control for center
air outlet, turn left to open
8. Center air outlet, adjustable
9. Heated air supply button
center air outlet (red indicator
lamp)
10. Non-heated/cooled air supply
button for center air outlet
(blue indicator lamp)
11. Air volume control for left air
outlet, turn left to open
12. Left air outlet, adjustable
13. Air volume control for right air
outlet, turn left to open
14. Right air outlet, adjustable
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Notes:
The temperature selected with the
temperature selector is reached as
quickly as possible.
The temperature selector should be left
at the desired temperature setting.
With the center air outlet (8) open and
the system in heating mode, switch
outlet to warm air by pressing button 9
(red indicator lamp lights up), or to
non-heated/cooled air by pressing
button 10 (blue indicator lamp lights
up).
The system will not heat or cool any
quicker by setting a higher or lower
temperature.
The automatic climate control only
operates with the engine running.
Higher engine rpm results in higher
coolant compressor rpm, thereby
increasing cooling capacity.
The automatic climate control removes
considerable moisture from the air
during operation in the cooling mode.
It is normal for water to drip on the
ground through ducts in the underbody.
Note:
Keep the air intake grille in front of
windshield free of snow and debris.
Dust Filter
Dust particles (down to a certain size)
and pollen are filtered out before
outside air enters the passenger
compartment through the air
distribution system.
Important!
This vehicle is equipped with an air
conditioner system that uses HFC-134a
(ozone-friendly hydro-fluorocarbon) as
a refrigerant.
Repairs should always be performed
by a qualified technician, and
refrigerant should be collected in a
recovery system for recycling.
1. Temperature Selector
Select the desired temperature with the
temperature selector.
A basic setting in the white field of the
selector is recommended.
The selected temperature is shown in
the indicator window 2. With
conversion switch 3, the selected
temperature can be displayed in either
°F or °C.
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4.Function Selection Buttons
lights up). The indicator lamp for
lights up). The indicator lamp for
Defrost
Defogging Windows
Normal Setting
Air volume and distribution are
controlled automatically.
To select:
Pressbutton
(indicator lamp lights up)
To change selection:
•Press,orbutton
(indicator lamp of selected button
-button goes out.
•Press button 6 (indicator lamp
-button goes out.
Maximum heated and automatically
controlled amount of air is directed to
the windshield and side windows.
As the engine coolant temperature
increases, a higher blower stage is
automatically engaged, thereby
defrosting as quickly as possible.
Turn air volume controls 11 and 13 left
to open air outlets 12 and 14. Direct
airlets towards the side windows.
The center air outlets and the foot area
ducts are closed.
To select:
Pressbutton (indicator lamp
lights up).
Switch on.
Switch off.
Economy
The function of this setting corresponds
to the normal setting. However, because
the air conditioning compressor will
not engage (fuel savings), it is not
possible to air condition in this setting.
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Residual Engine Heat
Utilization
With the engine switched off, it is
possible to continue heating the
interior for a short while.
Air volume and distribution are
controlled automatically.
To select:
Turn key in steering lock to position 1
or 0 or remove key.
Pressbutton (indicator lamp lights
up). This function selection will not
activate if the engine coolant
temperature is below 105°F (40°) or if
the battery charge is insufficient.
To cancel:
• Pressbutton
(indicator lamp goes out).
• Turn key in steering lock to
position 2.
The system will automatically shut off:
•after approx. 30 minutes,
•if the battery voltage drops.
Air Recirculation
Outside air is not supplied to the car’s
interior.
This mode can be selected to prevent
annoying odors or dust from entering
the car’s interior.
To select:
Pressbutton (indicator lamp
lights up).
To cancel:
Pressbutton
(indicator lamp goes out).
The system will automatically
switch from recirculated air to fresh
air if buttonis pressed:
Note:
If the windows should fog up from the
inside, switch from recirculated air
back to fresh air.
At high outside temperatures, the
system automatically engages the
recirculated air mode thereby
increasing the cooling capacity
performance.
Off
The fresh air supply to the car interior
is shut off. While driving, use this
setting only temporarily, otherwise the
windows could fog up.
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Car Keys
Included with your vehicle are
Notes:
Do not give the master key to an
unauthorized person.
• 2 Infrared remote controls
with folding master key
• 1 Master key
• 1 Valet key
• 1 Flat key
Infrared Remote Control with
Folding Master Key
The master key fits all locks on the car.
To release the key, press button (1).
The key unfolds from the holder by
itself.
The transmitter for the infrared remote
control is located in the key holder, the
receivers are located next to the door
locks and below the trunk lock.
The master key fits all locks on the car.
The valet key works only in the door
locks and the steering lock.
The valet key will not work in the
trunk lock or storage compartment/eyeglasses compartment lock in
the dashboard.
The flat key fits all locks on the car.
We recommend that you carry the flat
key with you and keep it in a safe place
(e.g. your wallet) so that it is always
handy. Never leave the flat key in the
vehicle.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always
remove the key from the steering
lock. Do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle
equipment may cause serious
personal injury.
Obtaining Replacement Keys
Your vehicle is equipped with a theft
deterrent locking system requiring a
special key manufacturing process. For
security reasons, replacement keys can
only be obtained from your authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer.
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Infrared Remote Control
Starter Lock-Out
Important!
Locking the vehicle activates the starter
lock-out.
The engine can only be started, if the
vehicle was unlocked from the outside.
Note:
If transmit button of the remote control
is inadvertently pressed again prior to
starting the engine, the start lock-out is
activated. In this case press transmit
button again to deactivate the start lockout.
1. Transmit button
2. Transmitter eye and battery
check
3. Receiver on inside rear view
mirror
4. Red indicator lamp (locking)
The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler
flap can be centrally locked and
unlocked, as well as the windows
closed with infrared remote control.
The transmitter is located in the key
holder, the receiver is located on the
inside rear view mirror.
5. Green indicator lamp (unlocking)
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Locking and Unlocking
Aim transmitter eye at receiver on
inside rear view mirror and press
transmit button. Distance to receiver
max. 20 ft (6 m).
The red or green indicator lamp on the
receiver should blink. It stops blinking
when the vehicle is properly locked or
unlocked.
Notes:
If the trunk was previously locked
separately, it will remain locked (see
Index).
If the green and red indicator lamps
simultaneously flash for approx. 30
seconds, or the vehicle cannot be
locked or unlocked by pressing the
transmit button, then it may be
necessary to change the batteries in the
transmitter (if ok, battery indicator
lamp in transmitter will light briefly
when transmitting) or to synchronize
the system, see Remote Control,Infrared in Index.
Closing Windows from Outside
Continue to press transmit button (1)
after locking car. Distance to receiver
max. 10 ft (3 m).
The windows begin to close after
approx. 1 second.
Warning!
Never close the windows if there is
the possibility of anyone being
harmed by the raising window.
In case the closing procedure causes
potential danger, the closing
procedure can be immediately
interrupted by releasing the transmit
button. However, the windows can
only be lowered using the power
window buttons inside the car.
Note:
If the side windows cannot be closed
automatically by using the key or by
pressing the transmit button of the
infrared remote control (e.g. after a
battery change), press
power window switch in center console
until the window is completely closed
and hold for additional 2 seconds.
Repeat procedure for each window.
The automatic closing procedure of the
windows should now be restored.
side of
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Central Locking System
Start Lock-Out Important!
Central locking switch
The entire vehicle may be locked or
unlocked by either using the master key
in the door or trunk locks, or central
locking switch located in center
console. The central locking system
also locks or unlocks the fuel filler flap.
Note:
If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened,
refer to Fuel Filler Flap, ManualRelease (see Index).
Locking the vehicle activates the start
lock-out.
The engine can only be started, if the
vehicle was unlocked from the outside.
Note:
If transmit button of the remote control
is inadvertently pressed again prior to
starting the engine, the start lock-out is
activated. In this case press transmit
button again to deactivate the start
lock-out.
Doors
1 Opening - pull handle
2 Unlocking
3 Locking
4 Individual door from inside:
•Push lock button down to
lock.
•Pull lock button up to unlock.
When opening a door, the window
lowers slightly. After closing the door,
the window closes again.
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When you lock the car, all door lock
buttons should move down. If any one
stays up, the respective door is not
properly closed.
You should then unlock the car, open
and reclose this door, and lock the car
again. Each individual door can be
locked with door lock button - the
driver's door can only be locked when
it is closed.
The doors can only be locked with the
central locking switch, if they are
closed.
The doors cannot be unlocked with the
central locking switch, if car was
previously locked from outside.
When opening a door, the entire car is
unlocked, if it was previously locked
with the central locking switch.
If the car has previously been locked
from the outside, only the door being
opened from the inside will unlock, the
other door, the trunk lid and fuel filler
flap remain locked.
Important!
Do not close a door with the windows
fully closed while the power supply is
interrupted (battery disconnected or
empty). Doing so could damage the
window frame. The power windows
should first be resynchronized.
See Index.
Trunk
1. Neutral position - push to open
2. Unlocking
3. Locking (detent)
4. Separate locking of trunk -
remove key in this position.
When the trunk is separately locked, it
remains locked when unlocking any
door.
To deny any unauthorized person
access to the trunk, lock it separately.
Leave only the valet key with the
vehicle.
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