Mercedes W140 1997, S 600 1997 User Manual
Mercedes-Benz
Operator's Manual
S 600
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Product information
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.
Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy
The Owner’s 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,
• 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:
1-800-222-0100 (inthe USA) only
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 Owner's Service
and Warranty Policy Booklet. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all owner's literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next owner.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Owner's
Service and Warranty Policy Booklet.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that service facilities or replacement
parts may not be readily available.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program.
For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or write to:
In the USA: In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz USA, Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
LLCEuropean Delivery Department European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive 849 Eglinton Avenue East
Montvale, NJ 07645 Toronto, 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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Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip
See Index
The First 1000 Miles (1500 km)
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 1500 km (1000 miles) at moderate vehicle and engine-speeds.
During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle driving) and high RPM (no more than 2/3 of maximum permissible speed in each
gear as indicated on the speedometer).
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" or "2"only at moderate speeds (for hill driving).
After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum
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 citicens band unit should only be used inside
the passenger compartment, if they are connected to a Mercedes-Benz approved antenna that is
installed on the outside of the vehicle.
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Introduction
Central Locking System 32
Product information
Operator's manual
Consumer Information
Problems with your vehicle
Reporting Safety Defects
Index
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls 10 Armrest, Front 43 Trip Odometer 71
Instrument Cluster
Indicator Lamp Symbols
Catalytic Converter
Starting and Turning Off the Engine
Driving Instructions
Operation
Automatic Climate Control
Basic Setting – Automatic Mode
Defogging Windows
Defrosting
Rear Window Defroster
Air circulation
Activated Charcoal Control
Rear passenger compartment
Climate Control 27
Car keys
Start Lock-out 29 Vanitymirrors 63 Engine Oil Consumption 86
Infrared Remote Control
2 Doors 32
4 Central Locking Switch 33 Lighter 66
139 Trunk 34 Sliding roof with rear pop-up feature 67
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Power Window and Sliding/Pop-Up Roof
141
Power Closing Ass. f Door and Trunk lid
144 Anti-Theft Alarm System 37 Trunk Lid Release Switch 70
Power Seats, Front
Multicontour Backrest
Heated Seats
12 Power Seats, Rear 44 Clock 71
Head Restraints, Rear
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14 Armrest, Rear 46 Antenna 73
15 Adjustable Steering Wheel 46 Cellular telephone 73
Seat belts and Supplemental Restraint
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system (SRS)
Seat belts 47
Emergencytensioning retractor(ETR)
22 Airbag 52 Drinking and driving 76
24 Child Restraint 55 Parking Brake 76
24 Steering lock 57 Driving off 76
24 Combination Switch 58
24 Exterior Lamp Switch 60 Cruise Control 81
25 Night Security Illumination 61 Parking Assist (Parktronic) 83
26 Inside RearViewMirror 61 Charge Indicator Lamp 85
ExteriorRearViewMirror 61 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge 86
28 Sun Visors 63
29 Interior Lighting 64
Storage Compartments
Ashtrays
35 Power Windows 68
36 Rear Window Sunshade 69
38 Shelf Below Rear Window 70
41 Instrument Lamps 71
42 Display Illumination 71
45 Garage Door Opener 72
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Driving
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Automatic Transmission
Low Engine Oil Level Warning Lamp
65
66
77
86
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Fuel Consumption Gauge 86
Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp 86
Outside Temperature Indicator 87
Tachometer 87
Coolant Temperature Gauge 87
Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp
Low Windshield and Headlamp
Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp
Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp
Seat Belt and Lock Warning Lamp
Checking Engine Oil Level 100
Automatic Trans. Fluid Level 100
Spare Wheel 101
Technical Data. Fuels,
Coolants, Lubricants etc. Consumer
Information
First Aid Kit 101
Stowing Things in the Vehicle 101 Identification Plates 130
88 Vehicle Jack 102 Vehicle Data Card 131
Vehicle Tools 102 Warranty Coverage 131
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Storage compartment below vehicle tool box
102 Technical Data 132
89 Wheels 103 Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. 134
89 Changing Wheels 104 Capacities 134
Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp 89 Tire in Inflation Pressure 107 Engine Oils 136
Brake Warning Lamp 90 Battery 108 Engine Oils Additives 136
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Electronic Stability program (ESP)
91 Exterior Lamps 109 Premium Unleaded Gasoline 136
92 Fuses 115 Air Conditioner Refrigerant 136
Adaptive damping system (ADS) 94 Jump Starting 115 Brake Fluid 136
Emission Control 95 Towing the Vehicle 117 Fuel Requirements 137
On-Board Diagnostic System
Traveling Abroad
Winter Driving
Snow Chains
95 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle 118 Gasoline Additives 137
96 Testing Infrared Remote Control 122 Coolants 138
96 Front Head Restraints 123 Service and Literature 147
96 Replacing Wiper Blades 124 Check regularly and before a long trip 148
Emergency Operation of Sliding Roof 125
Practical Hints
Manual Closing of Trunk Lid
126
Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap 126
Hood 98 Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive 126
Checking Coolant Level 99 Roof Rack 127
Adding Coolant 99
MERCEDES-BENZ Spare Part Service
127
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Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see Index
Adjustable air outlet
1
Exterior lamp switch
2
Parking brake release
3
Hood lock release
4
Parking brake pedal
5
Steering wheel adjustment switch
6
Combination switch
7
Cruise control
8
Horn, airbag
9
Instrument cluster
10
Steering lock with ignition/starter switch
11
Adjustable air outlet
12
Heated air supply button - center air outlet
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Non heated/cooled air supply button - center air outlet
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Air volume control for left air outlet
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Air volume control for left center air outlet
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Air volume control for center air outlet
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Air volume control for right air outlet
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Storage/eyeglasses compartment
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Lock for storage/eyeglasses compartment and eye glove
20
Glove box (illuminated with key in steering lock position 1
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or 2)
Switch for rear seat head restraints
22
Central locking switch, Indicator for anti-theft alarm
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Hazard warning flasher switch
24
Trunk lid release switch
25
Automatic climate control, Power window defroster switch
26
Activated charcoal filter switch
Radio
27
ESP control switch
28
Ashtray with lighter
29
Adaptive damping system adjustment switch
30
Seat heater switch
31
Mirror adjustment switch
32
Power window sunshade
33
Switch for Parktronic
34
Switch for rear window sunshade
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system
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Instrument Cluster
or lamp (yellow).
Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). See Index
1
Coolant temperature gauge. See Index
2
Fuel consumption gauge. See Index
3
Engine oil pressure gauge (bar). See Index
4
Left turn signal indicator lamp (green). See Index
5
Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer. See Index
6
Speedometer See Index
7
ESP function indicat
8
Trip odometer. See Index
9
Main odometer. See Index
10
Outside temperature indicator. See Index
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Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) See Index
12
Knob for setting clock. See Index
13
Tachometer. See Index
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Clock. See Index
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Indicator Lamp Symbols
Function Indicator Lamp
High beam
Warning Lamp
(should go out with the engine running unless)
ESP Adjust driving to road condition. See Index Brake pads worn down. See Index.
Battery not being charged properly. See Index Brake fluid low (except Canada). Parking brake
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. See Index.
Exterior lamp failure. See Index.
ADS malfunction. See Index
ESP malfunction. See Index
ABS malfunction. See Index
engaged. See Index.
Brake fluid low (Canada only). Parking brake
engaged. See Index.
Engine malfunction. If the lamp comes on when the
engine is running, it indicates a malfunction of the
02-sensor on Federal version vehicles, and fuel
injection system or emission control system on the
California version vehicles. 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 O2sensor 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
Hot Engine
Important!
Before Starting
Engage parking brake and ensure
selector lever is in position "P" or "N".
Turn key in steering lock to position 2.
The charge indicator lamp should come
on.
Cold Engine
Do not depress accelerator. Turn key
in steering lock clockwise to the
stop. Release key only when the
engine is firing regularly.
Do not depress accelerator. Turn key in
steering lock clockwise 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
foot off the brake pedal and 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 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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" (model
S 320: "3" or "2"). 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 approx. 2 mm (1/16 in), 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 3 mm (1/8 in)
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
arid apply brakes cautiously in the rain.
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Tire Traction
ocal speed limits
vehicle.
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
"H" -rated tires, which have a
European speed rating of 130 mph (210
km/h). An electronic speed limiter
prevents your vehicle from exceeding
the speed rating.
Despite the tire rating, l
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,
before turning off the engine and
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
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
cy back to normal. A prerequisite
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 repeatedly when traveling
on salt-strewn roads at length. This can
bring road salt impaired braking
efficien
is, however, that this is possible 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 suden 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
The system is always at operational
readiness, except when manually
switched off.
The automatic climate control only
operates with the engine running
The temperature selector should be left
at the desired temperature setting. The
temperature selected is reached as
quickly as possible.
The system will not heat or cool any
quicker by setting a higher or lower
temperature.
1 Air volume control
for left air outlet,
turn left to open
2 Air volume control
for left center air outlet,
turn left to open
3 Air volume control
for right center air outlet,
turn left to open
4 Air volume control
for right air outlet,
turn left to open
5 Left center air outlet,
adjustable
6 Right center air outlet,
adjustable
7 Side air outlet,
left and right,
adjustable
Push-buttons for center air outlets
8 Heated air supply
9 Non-heated/cooled air supply
Basic mode:
None of the push-buttons
(8 or 9) is pressed.
10 Display and Controls
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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.
The desired interior temperature can
be selected separately for the left and
right side of the passenger
compartment.
Display and Controls
Press to activate, indicator lamp is on
while activated.
Automatic mode
Raise temperature
Lower temperature
Defrost
Air recirculation
Activated charcoal filter
Rear window defroster
Air distribution, manual
Economy mode
Air volume, manual
Residual engine heat
utilization
Important!
This vehicle is equipped with an
air conditioner system that uses
HFC-134a (ozone-friendly hydrofluorocarbon) as a refrigerant. Repairs
should always be performed by a
qualified technician, and refrigerant
should be collected in a recovery
system for recycling.
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Basic Setting - Automatic Mode
Press left and right for automatic
mode.
Special Settings
(use only for short duration)
Defogging Windows
Rear Window Defroster
Turn key in steering lock to
position 2.
Simultaneously press both
and for temperature setting of
72° F.
Air volume and distribution are
controlled automatically.
This setting can be used all year around.
Economy
The function of this setting corresponds
to the automatic mode. However,
because the air conditioning compressor
will not engage (fuel savings), it is not
possible to air condition in this setting.
Press button to activate.
Press button once again to return
to previous setting.
Switch off button.
Press left and right buttons.
Press button repeatedly until air is
directed upward.
Turn wheels (1 and 4) left to open left
and right air outlets (7). Adjust air
outlets upward.
Defrosting
Turn wheels (1 and 4) left to open left
and right air outlets (7). Adjust air
outlets upward.
Press button once again to return to
previous setting.
Press button. Maximum heated and
automatically controlled amount of air
is directed to the windshield and side
windows.
To select, press button.
To cancel, press button again.
Note:
Heavy accumulation of snow and ice
should be removed before activating
the defroster.
The rear window defroster uses a large
amount of power. To keep the battery
drain to a minimum, turn off the
defroster as soon as the window is
clear.
The defroster is automatically
turned off after a maximum of 12
minutes of operation.
If several power consumers are turned
on simultaneously, or the battery is
only partially charged, it is possible
that the defroster will automatically
turn itself off. When this happens, the
indicator lamp inside the switch starts
blinking.
As soon as the battery has sufficient
voltage, the defroster automatically
turns itself back on.
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Air Distribution
Air Recirculation
Dust Filter
Press button repeatedly until
the requested symbol is displayed.
Air Volume
Press - or + side of rocker switch until
the requested blower speed
is attained. A choice of 7
blower speeds is available.
To switch the automatic climate control
off, press - side of rocker switch
until symbol OFF is displayed.
The fresh air supply to the car interior
is shut off.
While driving, use this setting only
temporarily, otherwise the windshield
could fog up.
To switch the automatic climate control
on again, press , or +side
of .
This mode can be selected to prevent
annoying odors or dust from entering
the car's interior.
Outside air is not supplied to the car's
interior.
To select, press button.
To cancel, press button again.
The system will automatically switch
from recirculated air to fresh air
• after approx. 5 minutes at
outside temperatures below
approx. 40°F (5°C),
• after approx. 30 minutes, at
outside temperatures above
approx. 40°F (5°C),
• after approx. 5 minutes, if
button is pressed.
Notes:
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,
switching to partially fresh air within 20
minutes.
Dust particles (down to a certain size)
and pollen are filtered out before
outside air enters the passenger
compartment through the air
distribution system.
Notes:
Do not obstruct the air flow by placing
objects on the air flow-through exhaust
slots below the rear window.
Also keep the air intake grille in front
of windshield free of snow and
debris.
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Activated Charcoal Filter
The blower speed is slightly increased to
The system switches automatically to the
Notes:
Residual Engine Heat Utilization
To select, press button.
To cancel, press button again.
An activated charcoal filter markedly
reduces bad odors and removes
pollutants from the air entering the
passenger compartment.
supply a constant volume of air.
air recirculation mode, if the carbon
monoxide (CO) or nitric oxide (NOX) of
the outside air increases.
When pressing button or
, the filter is also switched off.
The automatic air recirculation does
not function when selecting the
Economy mode , or the outside
temperature is below 45°F (7°C).
The activated charcoal filter should be
switched off when windows fog up on
the inside, or if the passenger
compartment needs to be quickly
heated or cooled down.
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. Close air outlet in
rear passenger compartment.
Press button.
This function selection will not
activate if the battery charge level is
insufficient.
To cancel:
Press button.
The system will automatically shut off
• if you turn key in steering lock
to position 2,
• after approx. 30 minutes,
• if the battery voltage drops.
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Rear Passenger Compartment
Climate Control
1 Temperature selector, left side
2 Temperature selector, right side
A basic setting in the white field of the
selector is recommended.
3 Air volume selector
The air volume can be varied
continuously. The air flow is switched
off with selector in position "0".
4 Adjustable air outlet, left side
5 Adjustable air outlet, right side
6 Air distribution slide
Top position: air flow from air
outlets (4 and 5).
Bottom position: air flow from air
outlets beneath front seats.
Intermediate positions can be
selected for a mixed air flow.
Note:
The rear passenger climate control
does not operate with automatic
climate control in mode or
switched off with the air volume
control .
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Car Keys
Notes:
Included with your vehicle are
• Master keys with infrared
remote control
• 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 in the driver's door
handle, front passenger door handle,
and next to the trunk lock.
The valet key works only in the driver's
door lock and the steering lock.
Thevalet key will not work in the trunk
and storage compartments locks.
The flat key fits all locks on the Car.
Do not give the master key to an
unauthorized person.
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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Starter Lock-Out
Infrared Remote Control
Important!
Removing the key from the steering
lock activates the start lock-out. The
engine cannot be started.
Turning the key in the steering lock to
position 2 deactivates the start lock-out.
The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler
flap can be centrally locked and
unlocked, as well as the windows and
sliding roof closed with infrared remote
control.
With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk
can also be opened by using the infrared
remote control. Aim transmitter eye at
receiver and press transmit button twice.
1 Transmit button
2 Transmitter eye and
battery check
3 Key release button
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4. Receiver, red indicator lamp
(locking) and green indicator lamp
(unlocking) in driver's door handle.
5. Receiver, red indicator lamp
(locking) and green indicator lamp
(unlocking) in front passenger door
handle.
6. Receiver, red indicator lamp
(locking) and green indicator lamp
(unlocking) next to trunk lock.
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