Mercedes SL 65 AMG 2012, SL 63 AMG 2012, SL 600 2012 User Manual
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 19
At a glance ........................................... 25
Safety and security ............................. 37
Controls in detail ................................. 67
Operation ........................................... 177
Practical hints ................................... 223
Technical data ................................... 293
Index
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A
ABC (Active Body Control) ................ 142
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 231
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 55
Indicator lamp ................................ 255
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 227
Accessory weight .............................. 205
Accidents ........................................... 101
Air bags ........................................... 39
Distance warning function ............. 140
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) ............. 168
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps
see Headlamps
Active Body Control
see ABC
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 306
Gasoline ......................................... 307
Address change ................................... 20
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 190
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 234, 253
Air bags ................................................ 39
Emergency call upon deployment .. 168
Front, driver and passenger ............. 41
Head-thorax ..................................... 42
Knee bag .......................................... 42
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 229
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 43
Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp ................... 33, 43, 266
Safety guidelines ............................. 40
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 306
Air distribution .................................. 153
Air pressure
see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 205
Air pump (electric) ............................ 280
Air recirculation mode ...................... 154
AIRSCARF neck-level heating ............. 84
Air vents ............................................. 151
Air volume .......................................... 153
Alarm system
see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool
kit) .............................................. 224, 279
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 247
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
AMG menu ......................................... 116
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 308
Antilock Brake System
see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 63
Anti-theft alarm system ................... 63
Immobilizer ...................................... 63
Tow-away alarm ............................... 64
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest
Storage compartment .................... 162
Ashtray ............................................... 166
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 205
Audio/DVD menu .............................. 119
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 86
Automatic central locking .......... 73, 126
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 90
Automatic interior lighting control .... 94
Automatic locking when driving ...... 126
Automatic shift program .................. 106
Automatic transmission ................... 103
Automatic shift program ................ 106
Gear range indicator ...................... 106
Gear ranges ................................... 106
Gear selector lever ........................ 103
Hill-start assist system .................. 142
Kickdown ....................................... 105
Kickdown (manual shift program) .. 111
Manual shift program ..................... 109
One-touch gearshifting .................. 108
Program mode indicator ................ 107
Program mode selector dial
(SL 63 AMG) .......................... 107, 109
Index
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Program mode selector switch
(automatic shift
program) ................................ 106, 107
Program mode selector switch
(manual shift program) .................. 109
Shifting procedure ......................... 104
Steering wheel gearshift control .... 108
Transmission position indicator ..... 104
Transmission positions .................. 104
AUX socket ........................................ 161
Axle oils .............................................. 304
B
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 249
Replacing bulbs ............................. 272
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 205
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 56
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition .......................... 71
Replacing ....................................... 269
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 283
Charging ........................................ 285
Jump starting ................................. 285
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 247
Bead (tire) .......................................... 205
Beverage holders
see Cup holders
Brake Assist System
see BAS
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 185
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 239
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 218
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 238
Brakes ................................................ 210
High-performance brake system .... 211
Parking brake ................................ 102
Warning lamp ................................. 255
Break-in period .................................. 178
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 22
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for ............. 20
Calls (phone) ...................................... 129
Can holders
see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 303
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 220
Central locking
Automatic ................................ 73, 126
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 69
Locking/unlocking from inside ........ 73
SmartKey ......................................... 68
Central locking/unlocking switch ..... 73
Certification label .............................. 294
Children in the vehicle
Air bags ........................................... 39
Indicator lamp, passenger front
air bag off ........................................ 43
Infant and child restraint systems .... 52
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 43
Safety notes ..................................... 51
Child safety
see Children in the vehicle
Chrome-plated exhaust tip,
cleaning .............................................. 221
Cigarette lighter ................................ 166
Climate control system
Air conditioning ............................. 150
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 306
Air distribution ............................... 153
Air recirculation mode ................... 154
Air vents ........................................ 151
Air volume ..................................... 153
Automatic mode ............................ 150
Deactivating system ...................... 149
Front defroster .............................. 153
Maximum cooling MAX COOL ........ 153
Residual heat and ventilation ......... 154
Temperature .................................. 151
Index
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Clock ..................................................... 28
Cockpit ................................................. 28
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 205
Collapsible tire (spare wheel) .......... 303
COMAND system
see separate COMAND system
operating instructions
Combination switch ............................ 92
Control system .................................. 113
Multifunction display ..................... 114
Multifunction steering wheel ......... 113
Resetting to factory settings .......... 121
Control system menus ...................... 115
AMG ............................................... 116
Audio/DVD .................................... 119
Distronic ........................................ 120
Navigation ..................................... 120
Settings ......................................... 121
Standard display ............................ 116
Telephone ...................................... 129
Trip computer ................................ 128
Vehicle status message memory ... 120
Control system submenus
Convenience .................................. 127
Instrument cluster ......................... 122
Lighting .......................................... 124
Vehicle ........................................... 126
Convenience submenu
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 127
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ................................... 127
Coolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 308
Capacities ...................................... 304
Checking level ............................... 184
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 244
Temperature gauge ........................ 112
Warning lamp ................................. 263
Corner-illuminating lamps .................. 93
Replacing bulbs ............................. 272
Cruise control .................................... 130
Activating ....................................... 131
Canceling ....................................... 132
Changing the set speed ................. 132
Last stored speed .......................... 132
Lever .............................................. 131
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 232
Resume function ............................ 132
Setting current speed .................... 131
Cup holders ........................................ 164
Curb weight ....................................... 205
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 22
Customer Relations Department ....... 22
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Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data recording ..................................... 22
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 90
Switching on or off ......................... 124
Deep water
see Standing water
Defogging (windshield) ..................... 153
Defroster
Front (Climate control system) ...... 153
Rear window .................................. 155
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps ................................ 125
Interior lighting .............................. 126
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Difficulties
While driving .................................. 101
With starting .................................... 99
Digital clock
see Clock
Digital speedometer ......................... 116
Dimensions (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 197
Displays
Digital speedometer ...................... 116
Distronic ........................................ 135
Maintenance service indicator ....... 214
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 226
Multifunction display ..................... 114
Outside temperature ...................... 116
Symbol messages .......................... 237
Text messages ............................... 227
Trip computer ................................ 128
Index
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Vehicle status message memory ... 120
Vehicle system settings ................. 121
Distronic ............................................ 133
Cleaning system sensor cover ....... 218
Control system .............................. 120
Distance warning function ............. 140
Driving with .................................... 139
Menu ............................................. 135
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 232
Resume function ............................ 138
Sensor cover .................................. 218
Speed settings ............................... 137
Warning and indicator
lamps ..................................... 135, 262
Door control panel .............................. 35
Doors
Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) ... 69
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 68
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 241
Opening from inside ......................... 72
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 171
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 267
DOT (Department of
Transportation) .................................. 205
Drinking and driving ......................... 209
Driving
Abroad ........................................... 212
Hydroplaning ................................. 212
Instructions ............................. 98, 209
In winter ........................................ 208
Problems ....................................... 101
RACE START (SL 63 AMG) ............. 141
Safety systems ................................ 54
Systems ......................................... 130
Through standing water ................. 212
With Distronic ................................ 139
Driving and parking
Safety notes ..................................... 98
Driving off .................................. 100, 212
Driving safety systems ....................... 54
ABS .................................................. 55
BAS .................................................. 56
ESP® ................................................ 56
ETS .................................................. 57
Driving systems
Active Body Control (ABC) ............. 142
Cruise control ................................ 130
Distronic ........................................ 133
Hill-start assist system .................. 142
Parktronic system .......................... 144
RACE START (SL 63 AMG) ............. 141
Driving tips, automatic
transmission ...................................... 105
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Easy-entry/exit feature .............. 85, 127
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 243
Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 21
Power outlet .................................. 166
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 224
Flat tire .......................................... 276
Hazard warning flasher .................... 92
Roadside Assistance ................ 20, 169
Towing the vehicle ......................... 287
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 168
Emergency engine shutdown ........... 292
Emergency operations
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 171
Trunk lid, emergency release ........... 77
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 213
Information label ............................ 295
System warranties ........................... 19
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............ 178
Cleaning ......................................... 217
Compartment ................................ 180
Malfunction indicator
lamp .................................. 31, 32, 263
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 244
Index
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Number .......................................... 295
Starting ............................................ 98
Turning off ..................................... 102
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 183
Additives ........................................ 306
Checking level ............................... 181
Consumption ................................. 181
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 247
Oil dipstick ..................................... 182
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 305
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 56
ETS .................................................. 57
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 228
Warning lamp ........................ 259, 260
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 49
Safety guidelines ............................. 40
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 57
Express operation
Power windows ................................ 96
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 89
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 86
Fold-in function ................................ 88
Parking position ............................... 87
Power-folding ................................... 88
Switching fold-in function on or
off .................................................. 127
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
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Fastening the seat belts ..................... 48
First aid kit ......................................... 224
Flat tire ............................................... 276
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 282
Mounting the spare wheel ............. 277
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 277
Spare wheel ........................... 276, 303
Floormats ........................................... 175
Fluids
ABC fluid ................................ 184, 304
Automatic transmission fluid ......... 304
Brake fluid ..................................... 304
Capacities ...................................... 303
Engine coolant ............................... 304
Engine oil ....................................... 304
Hydraulic fluid ................................ 305
Power steering fluid ....................... 304
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 305
Fog lamps ............................................. 91
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 250, 252
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ........................................ 88
Front air bags
see Air bags
Front lamps
see Headlamps
Fuel ..................................................... 178
Additives ........................................ 307
Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 305
Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 209
Fuel consumption statistics ........... 128
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 179
Fuel tank reserve warning
lamp .................................. 31, 32, 262
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 306
Refueling ........................................ 178
Requirements ................................ 307
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 179
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 303
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 305
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 179
Refueling ........................................ 178
Fuses .................................................. 291
G
Garage door opener .................... 35, 172
Gasoline
see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 206
Gear range ......................................... 106
Indicator ........................................ 106
Index
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Limiting .......................................... 108
Shifting into optimal ...................... 109
Gear selector lever ............................ 103
Cleaning ......................................... 220
Gearshift pattern ........................... 103
Lock ......................................... 99, 103
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 234
Shifting procedure ......................... 104
Transmission position indicator ..... 104
Transmission positions .................. 104
Generator
see Alternator
Global locking/unlocking
see Key, SmartKey
Glove box ........................................... 161
Gross Axle Weight Rating
see GAWR
Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 206
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) ................................................ 206
H
Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 220
Hazard warning flasher ....................... 92
Headlamp cleaning system ................ 93
Headlamps
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps ............. 89
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 90
Bi-Xenon .................................. 89, 272
Cleaning lenses ............................. 218
Cleaning system .............................. 93
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 90
Delayed shut-off ............................ 125
High-beam flasher ............................ 92
High-beam headlamps ..................... 92
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 90
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 249
Replacing bulbs ............................. 271
Switch .............................................. 89
Headliner, cleaning and care of ....... 220
Head restraints .................................... 80
Adjustment ...................................... 80
Head-thorax air bags ........................... 42
Height adjustment
Seats ............................................... 80
High-beam flasher ............................... 92
High-beam headlamps ................ 92, 272
Indicator lamp ............................ 31, 32
Replacing bulbs ............................. 272
High-performance brake system ..... 211
Hill-start assist system ..................... 142
Hood ................................................... 180
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 241
Horn ...................................................... 28
Hydroplaning ..................................... 212
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Identification labels .......................... 294
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 295
Ignition ..................................... 78, 79, 99
Immobilizer .......................................... 63
Indicator lamps
see Lamps, indicator and warning
Infant and child restraint systems
see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Inside door handle ........................ 35, 72
Instrument cluster ...................... 30, 111
Illumination .................................... 112
Lamps ............................................ 254
Multifunction display ..................... 114
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Interior lighting ................................... 94
Delayed shut-off ............................ 126
Reading lamps ................................. 94
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 86
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 86
Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
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Index
Intermittent wiping ............................. 95
Rain sensor ...................................... 95
J
Jack ..................................................... 225
Jump starting ..................................... 285
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ............................................. 72
Replacing ......................................... 72
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 267
Valet locking .................................... 77
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp .......................... 71
Checking batteries ........................... 71
Factory setting ........................... 69, 71
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 71
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 69
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 71
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 69
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ..... 70
Locking/unlocking ........................... 68
Loss of ............................................. 72
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 242
Opening, trunk ................................. 73
Remote control ................................ 68
Replacing ......................................... 72
Replacing batteries ........................ 269
Restoring to factory setting ....... 69, 71
Selective setting ........................ 69, 71
Starter switch positions ................... 78
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ................... 79
Kickdown ........................................... 105
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 111
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 206
Knee bag .............................................. 42
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Labels
Certification ................................... 294
Emission control information ......... 295
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 193
Tire inflation pressure .................... 188
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 89
Front .............................................. 272
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 249
Rear ............................................... 272
Switching on/off .............................. 89
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS ................................... 31, 32, 255
Brakes ..................................... 30, 255
Coolant .......................................... 263
Distance warning
lamp .............................. 135, 140, 262
Engine
malfunction
.......................................... 31, 32, 263
ESP® ................................ 30, 259, 260
®
ESP
OFF ........................... 31, 32, 259, 261
Fog lamps ........................................ 91
Fuel tank
reserve .............................. 31, 32, 262
High-beam
headlamps
............................................ 31, 32, 92
Instrument cluster ................... 30, 254
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ........................ 265
Passenger front air bag
off ...................................... 33, 43, 266
Roll bar .......................................... 258
Seat belt
telltale
.................................... 31, 32, 48, 256
SPORT handling mode ..................... 31
SRS ............................. 31, 32, 38, 257
Turn signals ..................................... 30
Language, selecting .......................... 123
Index
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License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 251
Replacing bulbs ............................. 272
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 220
Lighter
see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 89
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 90
Exterior ............................................ 89
Interior ............................................. 94
Limp-home mode .............................. 111
Load assist ......................................... 164
Load index (tires) ...................... 201, 206
Locator lighting ................................. 125
Lock button
Outside door handle (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 71
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 69
Manually ........................................ 269
SmartKey ......................................... 68
Loss of
Key .................................................. 72
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 294
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 90
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 89
Switching on .................................... 90
Lubricants .......................................... 303
Luggage cover ................................... 158
Lumbar support ................................... 81
M
Maintenance ........................................ 20
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................ 214
Service indicator message ............. 214
Service term exceeded .................. 214
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 90
Manual shift program ....................... 109
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 206
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 206
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 206
Mechanical key
see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 162
Memory function ................................. 88
Menus
see Control system menus
Mirrors .................................................. 86
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 86
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 87
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 86
Interior rear view mirror ................... 86
Memory function .............................. 88
Power-folding exterior rear view
mirrors ............................................. 88
Vanity mirror .................................. 165
MOExtended system ......................... 283
MOExtended tires ..................... 283, 300
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 307
Motor Octane Number
see MON
Multicontour seat ................................ 82
Multifunction display ........................ 114
Symbol messages .......................... 237
Text messages ............................... 227
Vehicle status messages ............... 226
Multifunction display messages
ABC (Active Body Control) ............. 231
ABS ................................................ 227
Active headlamps .......................... 249
Advanced TPMS ..................... 234, 253
Air bags ......................................... 229
Alternator ...................................... 247
Automatic transmission ................. 234
Battery ........................................... 247
Brake fluid ..................................... 239
Brake pads ..................................... 238
Check engine ................................. 244
Coolant .......................................... 244
Corner-illuminating lamps .............. 252
Cruise control ................................ 232
Distronic ........................................ 232
Doors ............................................. 241
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 243
Engine oil ....................................... 247
Engine service ............................... 244
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Index
ESP® .............................................. 228
Fog lamps .............................. 250, 252
Gas cap .......................................... 249
Gear selector lever ........................ 234
High-beam lamps ........................... 251
Hood .............................................. 241
License plate lamps ....................... 251
Light sensor ................................... 251
Low-beam lamps ............................ 251
Parking brake ................................ 239
Parking lamps ................................ 251
Passenger front air bag .................. 229
Reserve fuel ................................... 249
Retractable hardtop ....................... 241
Reverse lamp ................................. 249
Roll bar .................................... 51, 240
Side marker lamps ......................... 250
SmartKey ....................................... 242
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO .......... 242
SRS ................................................ 240
Tail lamps ...................................... 252
Tele Aid .......................................... 240
Tire inflation pressure ............ 234, 253
Tire pressure monitor .................... 234
Tires ...................................... 234, 253
Trunk ............................................. 241
Turn signals ................................... 253
Washer fluid ................................... 243
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment ...................................... 84
Buttons .......................................... 113
Cleaning ......................................... 220
Easy-entry/exit feature ........... 85, 127
Gearshift control ............................ 108
Memory function .............................. 88
Overview .......................................... 27
N
Navigation menu ............................... 120
Navigation system
see Separate operating instructions
Nets, parcel ....................................... 161
Night security illumination .............. 125
Normal occupant weight .................. 206
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 295
O
Occupant Classification System
see OCS (Occupant Classification
System)
Occupant distribution ....................... 206
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 39
Children and air bags ....................... 39
Children in the vehicle ..................... 51
Fastening the seat belts ................... 48
Infant and child restraint systems .... 52
Introduction ..................................... 38
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 43
Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp .......................... 43, 266
Roll bar ............................................ 51
Seat belts .................................. 40, 46
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 43
Self-test ........................................... 45
Odometer ........................................... 115
Oil, oil level
see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 108
Operating safety .................................. 21
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 218
Overhead control panel ...................... 35
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 216
Paintwork code ................................. 295
Panic alarm .......................................... 54
Panorama roof
Sunshade ....................................... 160
Parcel nets ......................................... 161
Parking ............................................... 101
Parktronic system .......................... 144
Parking and standing lamp
Replacing bulbs ............................. 272
Parking brake .................................... 102
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 239
Index
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Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 87
Transmission position .................... 104
Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ............... 218
Malfunction .................................... 147
Minimum distance ......................... 146
Sensor range ................................. 145
Switching on/off ........................... 147
System sensors ............................. 145
Warning indicators ................... 28, 146
Parts service ...................................... 294
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
see Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp
Passenger front air bag ...................... 41
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 229
Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp ....................... 33, 43, 266
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 209
Phone
see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 220
Power assistance .............................. 210
Power closing assist for trunk lid ...... 78
Power outlet ...................................... 166
Power seats
see Seats
Power washer .................................... 216
Power windows ................................... 96
Cleaning ......................................... 219
Door windows .................................. 97
Operation ......................................... 96
Rear side windows ........................... 97
Synchronizing .................................. 98
Practical hints ................................... 224
Problems
While driving .................................. 101
With vehicle ..................................... 22
With wipers ...................................... 96
Product information ............................ 19
Production options weight ............... 206
Program mode selector dial
(SL 63 AMG)
Automatic shift program ................ 107
Manual shift program ..................... 109
Program mode selector switch
Automatic shift
program ................................. 106, 107
Manual shift program ..................... 109
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 206
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RACE START (SL 63 AMG) ................. 141
RACETIMER ........................................ 117
Radio
Selecting stations .......................... 119
Radio transmitters ............................ 213
Rain sensor
see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 304
Rear fog lamp
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear window defroster ..................... 155
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 187, 206
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 306
Refueling ............................................ 178
Regular checks .................................. 180
Reminder, Seat belt
see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 171
Replacing
Key .................................................. 72
Replacing bulbs ................................. 271
Reporting safety defects .................... 22
Research Octane Number
see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 249
Warning
lamp .................................. 31, 32, 262
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Index
Reset button ................................ 30, 112
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Retractable hardtop .......................... 155
Locking .......................................... 157
Luggage cover ............................... 158
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 241
Sunshade ....................................... 160
Wind screen ................................... 157
Rims ........................................... 206, 299
Roadside Assistance ................... 20, 169
Roll bar ................................................. 51
Lowering .......................................... 51
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 240
Raising ............................................. 51
Warning lamp ................................. 258
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 307
Roof
see Retractable hardtop
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 220
Run-flat tires
see MOExtended tires
S
Safety
Driving safety systems ..................... 54
Occupant safety ............................... 38
Reporting defects ............................ 22
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 49
Seat belts ............................................. 46
Automatic comfort-fit feature .......... 49
Children in the vehicle ..................... 51
Cleaning ......................................... 220
Fastening ......................................... 48
Proper use of ................................... 47
Safety guidelines ............................. 40
Safety notes ..................................... 46
Telltale
.................................... 31, 32, 48, 256
Seat heating ......................................... 83
Seating capacity ................................ 194
Seats ..................................................... 80
Adjustment ...................................... 80
Easy-entry/exit feature .................... 85
Heating ............................................ 83
Memory function .............................. 88
Multicontour seat ............................ 82
Ventilation ....................................... 82
Selective setting
see Key, SmartKey
Selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Self-test
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 45
Tele Aid .......................................... 167
Service
see Maintenance
Service, parts .................................... 294
Service and warranty information ..... 19
Service intervals
see Maintenance System, Service
indicator message
Service life (tires) .............................. 198
Settings
Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ......... 71
Factory setting (SmartKey) .............. 69
Memory function .............................. 88
Menu ............................................. 121
Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 71
Selective setting (SmartKey) ............ 69
Side marker lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 218
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 250
Sidewall (tires) .................................. 207
Side windows
see Power windows
SmartKey
see Key, SmartKey
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
see Key, SmartKey
Snow chains ...................................... 208
Snow tires
see Winter tires
Spare wheel ....................................... 299
Mounting ....................................... 277
Storage location ............................ 225
Speedometer ..................................... 135
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Speed settings
Cruise control ................................ 131
Distronic ........................................ 137
Resume function ................... 132, 138
SRS
Indicator lamp ............................ 31, 32
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Indicator lamp ......................... 38, 257
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 240
Standing water, driving through ...... 212
Starter switch positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 79
SmartKey ......................................... 78
Starting difficulties (engine) .............. 99
Starting the engine ............................. 98
Steering column
see Multifunction steering wheel,
Adjustment
Steering wheel
see Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 108
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 172
Storage compartments ..................... 161
Storing tires ....................................... 198
Sunshade ........................................... 160
Sun visors .......................................... 165
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Tachometer ........................................ 113
Overspeed range ........................... 113
Tail lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 218
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 252
Tar stains ........................................... 216
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 306
Brake fluid ..................................... 306
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 303
Coolant .......................................... 307
Engine oil additives ........................ 306
Engine oils ..................................... 305
Fuel requirements .......................... 307
Gasoline additives .......................... 307
Identification labels ....................... 294
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 306
Rims and tires ................................ 299
Spare wheel ................................... 303
Vehicle specification SL 550 ......... 296
Vehicle specification SL 600 ......... 296
Vehicle specification SL 63 AMG ... 297
Vehicle specification SL 65 AMG ... 298
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 305, 309
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Tele Aid ............................................... 167
Emergency calls ............................. 168
Information button ......................... 170
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 168
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 240
Remote door unlock ...................... 171
Roadside Assistance button .......... 169
Search & Send ............................... 171
SOS button .................................... 168
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 172
System self-test ............................. 167
Telephone ............................................. 27
Answering/ending a call ................ 129
Hands-free microphone ................... 35
Menu ............................................. 129
Operation ....................................... 129
Phone book .................................... 130
Redialing ........................................ 130
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 112
Interior temperature ...................... 151
Outside .......................................... 116
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 282
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 207
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 193
Tire and loading terminology ........... 205
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Index
Tire Identification Number
see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................ 189
Important notes on ........................ 188
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 188
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 193
Tire labeling ....................................... 200
Tire load rating .................................. 206
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 207
Tires ........................................... 186, 299
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 190
Air pressure ................................... 187
Care and maintenance ................... 197
Cleaning ......................................... 198
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 197
Important notes on tire inflation
pressure ........................................ 188
Inflation pressure ........................... 189
Information placard ....................... 193
Inspection ...................................... 198
Labeling ......................................... 200
Load index ............................. 201, 206
Load rating .................................... 206
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 234, 253
MOExtended .................................. 300
Ply composition and material
used ............................................... 207
Problems under-/overinflation ...... 189
Retreads ........................................ 186
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 299
Rotation ......................................... 200
Service life ..................................... 198
Sizes .............................................. 299
Snow chains .................................. 208
Speed rating .......................... 202, 207
Storing ........................................... 198
Temperature .......................... 188, 200
Terminology ................................... 205
Tire Identification Number ............. 207
TPMS low tire pressure/
malfunction
telltale
.......................................... 31, 32, 265
Traction ................................. 199, 207
Tread ............................................. 207
Tread depth ........................... 198, 207
Treadwear ...................................... 199
Treadwear indicators ............. 198, 207
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 207
Wear pattern .................................. 200
Winter tires ............................ 207, 299
Tire speed rating ....................... 202, 207
Total load limit ................................... 207
Tow-away alarm .................................. 64
Towing
Towing eye bolt .............................. 288
Vehicle ........................................... 287
Towing eye bolt ................................. 288
Traction ...................................... 199, 207
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission fluid level .................... 184
Transmission gear selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Transmission positions .................... 104
Traveling abroad ............................... 212
Tread (tires) ....................................... 207
Tread depth (tires) .................... 198, 207
Treadwear .......................................... 199
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 198, 207
Trip computer menu ......................... 128
Trip odometer, resetting ................... 113
Trunk
Closing ............................................. 75
Load assist .................................... 164
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 241
Opening ........................................... 73
Opening/closing system ........... 74, 76
Trunk lid emergency release ............ 77
Unlocking manually ....................... 268
Valet locking .................................... 77
Turning off the engine ...................... 102
Turn signals ......................................... 92
Cleaning lenses ............................. 218
Indicator lamps ................................ 30
Index
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Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 253
Replacing bulbs ............................. 272
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 199, 207
Units
Selecting digital speedometer
display mode ................................. 123
Selecting speedometer/
odometer display mode ................. 123
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 306
Unlocking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 69
Manually ........................................ 267
SmartKey ......................................... 68
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 221
Useful features .................................. 164
V
Valet locking ........................................ 77
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 283
Care ............................................... 215
Control system .............................. 113
Identification Number (VIN) ........... 294
Locking/unlocking ........................... 68
Lowering (wheel change) ............... 282
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 21
Towing ........................................... 287
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 267
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 294
Vehicle jack
see Jack
Vehicle lighting .................................... 89
Vehicle loading
Load limit ....................................... 195
Terminology ................................... 205
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 207
Vehicle specification
SL 550 ........................................... 296
SL 600 ........................................... 296
SL 63 AMG .................................... 297
SL 65 AMG .................................... 298
Vehicle status message memory .... 120
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 224
Vehicle washing
see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
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Warning lamps
see Lamps, Indicator and warning
Warning sounds
Distance warning function ............. 140
Distronic ........................................ 135
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 48
Parking brake ................................ 239
Parktronic system .......................... 147
Seat belt telltale ............................ 256
Warranty coverage ............................ 294
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 309
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 243
Mixing ratio .................................... 309
Refilling .......................................... 185
Washing the vehicle .......................... 215
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 200
Weights (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 276
Removing ....................................... 279
Spare ............................................. 276
Tightening torque ........................... 282
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 299
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 186
Windows
see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 219
Wind screen ....................................... 157
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Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 219
Defogging ...................................... 153
Washer fluid ................................... 309
Wipers ............................................. 95
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades .................. 275
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 208
Snow chains .................................. 208
Tires ............................................... 207
Winter tires ................................ 207, 299
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 221
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Product Information
Please observe the following in your own best
interest:
We recommend using Genuine MercedesBenz 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 special suitability for
Mercedes-Benz 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.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and preapproved conversion parts and accessories
are available at any authorized MercedesBenz Center. In addition, you will receive
comprehensive information on permissible
technical modifications and expert
installations.
Operator’s Manual
Notes
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
Operator’s 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.
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.
Vehicle equipment
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
operating particular equipment, any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad
to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Optional equipment is also described in this
manual, including operating instructions
wherever necessary. Since they are specialorder 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, any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will be glad to inform you of correct
care and operating procedures. The
Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet
are important documents and should be kept
with the vehicle.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information
booklet contains detailed information about
the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,
including:
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Emission System Warranty
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Emission Performance Warranty
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California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
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Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission
Control System Warranty
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State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
Laws)
Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the
purchase price or lease price, if after a
reasonable number of repair attempts
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its
authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix
one or more substantial defects or
malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered
by its express warranty. During the period of
18 months from original delivery of the
vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles
(approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer
of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a
reasonable number of repair attempts is
presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or
more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or
malfunction results in a condition that is
likely to cause death or serious bodily
injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect
or malfunction has been subject to repair
two or more times, and you have directly
notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in
writing of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or
malfunction of a less serious nature than
category (1) has been subject to repair
four or more times and you have directly
notified us in writing of the need for its
repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of
repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for a cumulative
total of more than 30 calendar days.
Written notification should not be sent to a
dealer, it should be addressed to
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Maintenance Booklet describes all the
necessary maintenance work which should
be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Maintenance Booklet with
you when you take the vehicle to an
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 (1-800-367-6372)
(in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Representatives
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For additional information refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program brochure (in the USA) or the
Roadside Assistance section of the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet (in
Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.
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
Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in
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contacting you in a timely manner 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 MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372), 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:
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Service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
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Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
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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 an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Operating safety
Warning!
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Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.
Warning!
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Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle as occurred:
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turn on your hazard warning flashers
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slow down carefully
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drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
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Proper use of the vehicle
Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are
familiar with the following information and
rules:
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the safety precautions in this manual
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the “Technical data” section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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motor vehicle laws and safety standards
Warning!
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Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These warning labels are intended to
make you and others aware of various risks.
Do not remove any of these warning labels
unless explicitly instructed to do so by
information on the label itself. Removing
warning labels may cause you and others to
be unaware of certain risks which may result
in an accident and/or personal injury.
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and corrected if required. If the matter is not
handled to your satisfaction, please discuss
the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center
management or, if necessary, contact us at
one of the following addresses:
In the USA:
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Reporting safety defects
For the USA only:
The following text is published as required of
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the
“National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966”.
Reporting safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
www.safercar.gov.
Vehicle data recording
Information regarding electronic recording devices
(Including notice pursuant to California Code
§ 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with
devices that can record vehicle systems data
and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may
transmit some data in certain accidents.
This information helps, for example, to
diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and
to continuously improve vehicle safety.
Daimler may access the information and
share it with others
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consent of the vehicle owner or
lessee
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in response to an official request by law
enforcement or other government agency
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for use in dispute resolution involving
Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service
organization and/or
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as otherwise required or permitted by law
Please check the Tele Aid subscription
service agreement for details regarding the
information that may be recorded or
transmitted via that system.
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Exterior view ....................................... 26
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 27
Cockpit ................................................. 28
Instrument cluster .............................. 30
Center console .................................... 33
Overhead control panel ...................... 35
Door control panel .............................. 35
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At a glance
Exterior view
26
Exterior view
At a glance
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This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
Function Page
:
Trunk:
Locking and unlocking 68
Opening and closing 73,
Valet locking 77
;
Rear window defroster 155
=
Fuel filler flap 178
?
Doors:
Locking and unlocking 68,
A
Exterior rear view mirrors 86
B
Retractable hardtop 155
C
Windshield:
Wiping with washer fluid 96
Cleaning 219
D
Wipers 95
75
267
Function Page
Wiper blades, replacing 275
Wiper blades, cleaning 219
E
Hood 180
F
Front lamps 271
G
Headlamp cleaning system 93
H
Front towing eye 288
I
Tires and wheels 186
Rims and tires 299
J
Rear lamps 271
K
Rear towing eye 288
Multifunction steering wheel
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Multifunction steering wheel
Function Page
:
Left multifunction display 114
;
Right multifunction display 114
=
Press button ~:
to end a call 129
to reject an incoming call 129
Press button 6:
to answer a call 129
1
to dial
to redial
1
Press button W or X:
to select submenus in the
Settings menu 122
to set values
to operate the RACETIMER
to set the volume
?
Press button V or U
to select next/previous
menu.
Function Page
Press button & or *
briefly:
to move within a menu
to select previous or next
track, scene or stored
station within Audio/DVD
menu
119
At a glance
to switch to the phone book
and select a name or
number within Telephone
menu
129
Press and hold button
& or *:
to select previous or next
track with quick search or
to select previous or next
station in station list or
wave band within Audio/
DVD menu
119
to start the quick search in
the phone book within
Telephone menu
129
129
129
2
117
113
1
Function only available in telephone menu.
2
AMG vehicles only.
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Cockpit
At a glance
Function Page
:
Exterior lamp switch 89
;
Headlamp cleaning button 93
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Cruise control lever:
Cruise control 131
Distronic 136
?
Left steering wheel
gearshift control 108
A
Instrument cluster 30,
B
Multifunction steering
wheel
C
Right steering wheel
gearshift control 108
D
Lever for Voice Control
3
System
E
Front Parktronic warning
indicators 146
F
Digital clock
111
27,
113
Function Page
G
Storage compartments
(locking/unlocking) 161
H
Overhead control panel 35
I
Glove box 161
J
Center console 33
K
Starter switch 78
L
Horn
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Steering wheel adjustment 85
N
Combination switch:
Turn signals 92
Wipers 95
High beam 92
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Parking brake pedal 102
P
On-board diagnostics
(OBD) socket
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Hood lock release 180
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See separate operating instructions.
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