Mercedes SLR 2009, SLR-Class 2009 User Manual

Order no. 6515 8251 13 Part no. 199 584 93 93 Edition A 2009
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster.
Maintenance Booklet.
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PLEASE NOTE
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU HAVE YOUR VEHICLE SERVICED BY YOUR AUTHORIZED MERCEDES-BENZ CENTER WHO IS FULLY EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE THIS SERVICE AND THAT GENUINE MERCEDES-BENZ PARTS BE USED.
SERVICE, REPLACEMENT, OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS CAN BE PERFORMED BY ANY AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL USING CERTIFIED PARTS.
THE USE OF DEFECTIVE OR NON-EQUIVA­LENT PARTS MAY RESULT IN YOUR EMIS­SION PERFORMANCE WARRANTY CLAIM BEING DENIED.
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Press time May 22, 2008
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Protecting the environment

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Natural resources form the basis of our existence on this planet. The objectives of our policy are for these resources to be used sparingly and in a manner which takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account.
Our declared policy is integrated environ­mental protection. This policy starts at the root causes and encompasses in its management decisions all the conse­quences for the environment which could arise from production processes or the products themselves.
You too can help to protect the environ­ment by operating your Mercedes-Benz SLR in an environmentally responsible manner.
Operating conditions and your individual driving style to a large extent influence fuel consumption and the rate of engine, brake, and tire wear. To reduce fuel con­sumption and the rate of wear, please consider the following:
• Avoid short trips.
• Make sure that the tire pressures are always correct.
• Avoid frequent, abrupt acceleration.
• Do not carry any unnecessary weight.
• Remove ski holders and roof racks once you no longer need them.
• Do not warm up the engine with the car stationary.
• Shift gears such that each gear is used only up to 2/3 of its maximum engine speed.
• Keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel con­sumption.
A regularly serviced vehicle will also help protect the environment. You should ad­here to the maintenance intervals dis­played by the Maintenance System service indicator, along with other main­tenance work described in this booklet.
We recommend that you have services performed by an authorized Mercedes­Benz Center using Genuine Mercedes­Benz parts.
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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Regular checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Notes on the warranty . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Parts / Operating materials . . . . . . 10
Service records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Emission System Maintenance
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Emission Control System Caution -
Gasoline Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Confirmations
Tire inspection or rotation . . . . . . . .15
Maintenance services. . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Maintenance service overview
Mercedes-Benz SLR (199) . . . . . . . 48
Tire inspection or rotation . . . . . . . 50
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Additional work to be Performed together with the Respective
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Spark Plug Replacement Intervals 57
Recommended additional maintenance checks for
high-mileage vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Description of Emissions Systems
Maintenance Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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Introduction

We want you to enjoy your Mercedes-Benz SLR. Vehicle safety and operational reliability are two very important factors and to maintain them, regular maintenance services are necessary.
We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in the periodic maintenance work which is required for our vehicles. The information in this manual is accurate as of the press time. At the time of your scheduled maintenance appointments with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the most current maintenance work information will be utilized for your vehicle’s age or mileage. Please check with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for any changes to the periodic maintenance work required for your vehicle.
Your Mercedes-Benz SLR comes equipped with the Mercedes-Benz SLR Maintenance System. The Maintenance System tracks distance driven and the
time elapsed since your last service. The next necessary maintenance service is indicated in the maintenance service indicator in the instrument cluster. Additional work that is not calculated by the Maintenance System is required at each maintenance interval. Please refer to “Additional Work to be Performed” on page 55 for more details. Following each service, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the Maintenance System service indicator by confirming the service items performed.
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If the Maintenance System service counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mer­cedes-Benz Center correct it. Please only reset if the proper maintenance service has been performed. Resetting the system without performing the proper service will result in engine and/or other vehicle damage not cov­ered by the Mercedes-Benz New Car Limited Warranty.
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A detailed listing of service procedures performed are contained in this booklet, starting on page 47.
Additional work
Additional work means any work that is not calculated by the Maintenance Sys­tem. This work is listed in the section “Additional Work to be Performed”, see page 55. This type of work has to be car­ried out according to the individual vehi­cle type, due to the specific technical parameters, wear processes or special equipment.
Special service requirements
Brake fluid should be replaced every two
years, preferably in the spring, see page
56. We recommend that you only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz. A reminder for the next scheduled brake fluid replacement is affixed in the engine compartment.
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Introduction
Coolant should be checked for the prop­er concentration before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot re­gions). Have the coolant (water/anticor­rosion/antifreeze mixture) replaced every 4 years, see page 56.
Replacement of coolant (water/anticor­rosion/antifreeze mixture) may be re­quired more frequently if coolant is not maintained according to instructions and/or other than approved anticorro­sion/antifreeze products for your vehicle are being used. For instuctions on cool­ant, see “Coolants” in your vehicle Oper­ator’s Manual. For a listing of approved anticorrosion/antifreeze products for
your vehicle, refer to www.startekinfo.com or www.mbusa.com/ownersonline, or
contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Introduction
Interior filters (e.g. dust filter, recircu­lating air filter, activated charcoal filter or combination filter) are replaced accord­ing to the maintenance intervals listed. Under severe dust conditions, or with the Climate Control frequently operating in the air recirculation mode, the respective filter should be replaced correspondingly sooner.
Tire inspection - Your vehicle’s tires are a critical component to overall vehicle performance and vehicle stability. The useful life of tires will vary and is proportional to tire type, speed rating, ambient conditions, tire loading, tire inflation pressure, road surfaces, and individual driving style, among other factors. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz recommends regular checks for wear and proper inflation.
The first tire inspection, which includes checking for proper inflation pressure and tread condition, is at no charge pro­vided it is performed at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center prior to 5,000 miles on the vehicle odometer.
For your convenience, this Maintenance Booklet contains a tire inspection confir­mation page on which you can record the date and mileage when tire inspections were performed.
Tire rotation - Tire rotations can only be performed on vehicles with the same tire dimensions on all four wheels (e.g. winter tires). In cases where your vehicle is configured with staggered tire sizes (different tire sizes, front vs. rear), tire rotations are not possible.
If your vehicle’s tire configuration allows for rotation, tire rotation should be performed by observing a front-to-rear pattern that will maintain the intended rotational (spinning) direction of the tire (on unidirectional tires, an arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended rotation or spinning direction of the tire) and in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear.
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Introduction
Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz SLR maintenance intervals
The first tire rotation is at no charge pro­vided it is performed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center prior to 5,000 miles on the vehicle odometer.
For your convenience, this Maintenance Booklet contains a tire rotation confirma­tion page on which you can record the date and mileage when tire rotations were performed.
Spark Plugs should be replaced accord­ing to schedule on page 57. Severe oper­ating conditions (frequent starting and stopping, excessive idling, sustained fast highway driving) may call for spark plugs to be replaced correspondingly sooner.
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Engine oils and oil filters are specifical­ly tested for their suitability in our en­gines and durability for our service intervals. Therefore, only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for ve­hicles with Maintenance System. Con­ventional petroleum-based oils must not be used for vehicles equipped with the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System.
The following cases are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz New Car Limited Warranty:
• Using engine oils and oil filters of spec­ification other than those expressly re­quired for the Maintenance System.
• Changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System.
• Using any oil additives.
Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL 1 OIL.
Use the MB sheet number 229.3 and only SAE 5W-50 engine oils.
MB sheet numbers are printed on the out­side of oil containers.
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Introduction
Regular checks
In addition to the services, we recom­mend that you check the following items regularly (for example: weekly, when re­fueling, or before any long journey):
Engine oil level - Check the engine oil
level using the engine oil dipstick. Fur­ther information about engine oil level measurement can be found in the vehi­cle Operator’s Manual.
• Coolant level - Please refer to the Op-
erator’s Manual for the correct proce­dure to check the coolant level.
• Brake fluid level - If brake fluid has to
be added, see an authorized Mer­cedes-Benz Center to determine the cause, e.g. leaks or worn brake pads.
• Windshield washing system - If the washer fluid level drops below 1/3, the windshield washer fluid level warning lamp will illuminate. Add washer fluid mixed with Mercedes-Benz windshield washer solvent/concentrate, test function and check wiper blades.
• Check lights
Tire condition and pressures – Check at least every other week. Please refer to section “Tires and wheels” in the Operator’s Manual for guidelines and correct procedures to check tire condition and pressures.
For more information on selecting the proper fluids, lubricants and oils for your
vehicle please refer to www.startekinfo.com or
www.mbusa.com/ownersonline, or see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Introduction
Notes on the warranty
An extensive and well-equipped network of Mercedes-Benz Centers is at your dis­posal for service work. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center can ensure that your vehicle is professionally and thor­oughly serviced and repaired.
Please see the Service and Warranty In­formation booklet for detailed informa­tion on warranty terms and coverage.
Please follow the instructions given in this Maintenance Booklet, even if you entrust the vehicle to a third party for use or care. Only in this way will you be able to ensure that your warranty rights are not affected.
Service, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems can be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual us­ing certified parts.
We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your au­thorized Mercedes-Benz Center which is fully equipped to provide this serv­ice.
Please note that engines have to be serv­iced in accordance with special instruc­tions and using special measuring equipment to comply with legal require­ments concerning exhaust emissions. Modifications to or tampering with emis­sions components is not permissible. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is familiar with the relevant regulations.
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Introduction
Parts / Operating materials
We recommend only the use of Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for service and re­pairs, since they meet our specifications. It is also important to only use fuels, lubri­cants and anticorrosion/antifreeze cool­ant meeting factory specifications.
Please refer to www.startekinfo.com or
www.mbusa.com/ownersonline, or see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for more information on this subject.
Service records
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will certify in the Maintenance Booklet the maintenance services on your vehicle which it has performed.
Other than the maintenance services de­scribed, the Maintenance Booklet does not record or reflect any repair work that may have been performed to your vehi­cle. Please keep those receipts with your vehicle records.
For information concerning warranty, see your Service and Warranty Information booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will gladly furnish additional information on the maintenance of your vehicle.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A Daimler Company
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General
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Emission System Maintenance

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agen­cy and, in California, the Air Resources Board have certified that the emission control systems of your vehicle comply with the applicable exhaust emission standards for model year 2009 vehicles. This vehicle also complies with the appli­cable Canadian Motor Vehicle Emission Standards.
To be certain that the emission control systems function as designed, regular maintenance is necessary for compo­nents of the vehicle which affect exhaust and evaporation emissions composition.
The vehicle owner is responsible for the regular maintenance of the emission con­trol system, as well as the use of premi­um unleaded gasoline with an anti-knock index of at least 91 (displayed on the pump) in all gasoline engine models un­less otherwise specified.
Failure to properly maintain the emission system may result in repairs not being covered by the emission system warran­ties.
Explanations of each maintenance job are given in numerical order on page 60.
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Emission System Maintenance
Emission Control System Caution ­Gasoline Engines
Your Mercedes-Benz SLR vehicle is equipped with both a three-way catalyst and a closed loop oxygen sensor system to comply with current exhaust emission regulations. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our rec­ommended maintenance instructions as outlined.
The following has to be adhered to:
a) In all gasoline engine models, use
only premium unleaded gasoline with an anti-knock index of at least 91 (as displayed on the pump) un­less otherwise specified. Damage to
the engine could occur if premium un­leaded fuel is not used. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for special precau­tions.
b) Leaded gasoline should not be used
under any circumstances. Damage
to the emission control components will result.
c) The specified engine maintenance
jobs have to be performed com­pletely and at the required inter­vals. Correct ignition timing and
properly functioning spark plugs for in­stance are important for the service life of the catalysts. Failure to properly perform the specified maintenance jobs may adversely affect the emis­sion control system on the vehicle and reduce its service life.
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Emission System Maintenance
d) The operation of the emission con-
trol system must not be altered in any way. Alterations are not permissi-
ble by law. In addition, alterations may result in damage to the catalysts, in­creased fuel consumption, and im­paired engine running conditions.
e) Irregular engine running conditions
should be corrected immediately by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cent­er. Such irregular running conditions
can influence the proper function of the emission control system.
If the “CHECK ENGINE” indicator lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates when the engine is running, it indicates a possi­ble malfunction of the engine manage­ment system or emission control system.
We recommend that you have the mal­function checked as soon as possible.
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Notes

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Confirmations
Tire inspection or rotation
If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 6), tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) tread wear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals.
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Tire rotation should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s recommendations in the Tire Warranty Pamphlet included in your vehicle literature portfolio. However, tires should be rotated at the first sign of irregular (uneven) tread wear, even if it occurs before the recommended rotation intervals, and should be checked regularly for wear and proper inflation. Please note that the useful life of tires will vary and is proportional to tire type, speed rating, ambient conditions, tire loading, tire inflation pressure, road surfaces, and individual driving style, among other factors.
Should a tire rotation not be possible for your vehicle’s tire configuration an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will check your tires for proper inflation pressure and perform a tread inspection.
The first tire inspection or rotation (if applicable) occurring at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at any time up to 5,000 miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at no charge.
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First tire inspection or rotation provided at no charge*
*This first tire inspection or rotation (if applicable) at an authorized Mercedes­Benz Center at any time up to 5,000 miles (vehicle odometer) is provided at no charge. Please refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for full
details.
Reminder: Tire inspection or rotation
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Confirmations

Tire inspection or rotation
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Confirmations
Maintenance: 10,000 miles
Service and applicable Additional Work
For scope of work, refer to maintenance overview and description of maintenance services starting on page 47.
Date: ____________________________________
Odometer: ________________________________
Oil Brand / viscosity: _______________________
Repair order no. (if applicable) _________________
Maintenance service completed:
Rubber stamp
Signature
First Maintenance due 10,000 miles
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Month/year
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