Page 1 M e r c e d e s - B e n z S L R M cL a r e n R o a d s t e r . O p e r a t o r ’ s M a n u a l.
Page 2 S LR . U N L I M I T E D .
Page 4 T h a n k y o u f o r c h o o s i n g M e r c e d e s - B e n z .
Page 5 Should you have any questions, please contact your dealer contact for your Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster or call us at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Your dealer contact will co-ordinate appointments for servicing of your vehicle and clarify any issues arising from the use of your Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster.
Page 6 C o n te nt s...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Multifunction steering wheel ... 30 Important notice for California Center console ... 31 retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ... 15 Maintenance ... 16 Overhead control panel ... 33 Roadside Assistance ... 16 Control panel on the door sill ... 34 Change of address or ownership...
Page 8 Contents Anti-theft systems... 93 Immobilizer... 93 Anti-theft alarm system ... 93 Tow-away alarm ... 95 Control system ... 117 Controls in detail ... 96 Locking and unlocking ... 98 SmartKey ... 98 Opening the doors... 101 Opening the trunk ... 102 Closing the trunk lid ...
Page 9 Telephone ... 212 Tele Aid ... 215 Garage door opener ... 221 Floormat, driver’s side ... 227 Control and operation of radio Floormats* (Only Mercedes-Benz SLR transmitters ... 244 McLaren Roadster 722S) ... 228 Catalytic converter ... 245 Dust cover ... 229 Emission control ...
Page 10 Contents Tire labeling... 276 Load identification... 280 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) . Practical hints... 302 Maximum tire load ... 282 What to do if ..304 Maximum tire inflation pressure... 283 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.S. vehicles) ... 284 Tire ply material...
Page 11 Weights... 392 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc..393 Capacities ... 393 Approved engine oils... 395 Engine oil additives ... 395 Air conditioning refrigerant ... 396 Brake fluid... 396 Premium unleaded gasoline ... 396 Fuel requirements ... 397 Gasoline additives... 397 Coolants...
Page 12: Introduction
I n t r o d u c t io n...
Page 13: Product Information
We recommend using Genuine vidual cases an official approval or authori- Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion zation by governmental or other agencies parts and accessories explicitly approved should exist. Use of such parts and acces- by us for your vehicle model.
Page 14: Operator's Manual
Center will be glad to inform you of correct the operation of any equipment, any autho- care and operating procedures. rized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance demonstrate the proper procedures. Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
Page 15: 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 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au- thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix (2) the same substantial defect or mal-...
Page 16: Maintenance
Roadside Assistance number: Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to an autho- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) rized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) The service advisor will record each ser- will be answered by Mercedes-Benz vice in the booklet for you.
Page 17: Operating Your Vehicle Outside The Usa Or Canada
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren or Canada compliance If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vehicle eign countries, please be aware that: does not comply with the state certifica- tion regulations of select states. It is not...
Page 18: Where To Find It
You should read Here you will find all the information you this section first if this is your first need for the proper operation of your Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are vehicle. renting or borrowing this vehicle. Practical hints...
Page 19: Symbols
Symbols Trademarks: The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual: ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. ® is a registered trademark of Daimler. ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. age to your vehicle.
Page 20: Operating Safety
Electronic malfunctions could seri- ously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. See 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.
Page 21: 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 immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is...
Page 22: 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.
Page 23: Vehicle Data Recording
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.
Page 24: At A Glance
At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Control panel on the door sill...
Page 26: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit...
Page 27 Item Page 1 Cruise control lever 9 Headlamp washer button 2 Steering wheel gearshift a Steering wheel adjustment paddle 3 Instrument cluster b Hood lock release c Exterior lamp switch 4 Multifunction steering wheel d Combination switch 5 Overhead control panel 6 Center console 31, 32 7 Starter switch...
Page 28: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster...
Page 29 Item Page 1 Coolant temperature gauge 3 Left multifunction display with D Coolant temperature warning lamp 2 Speedometer with 4 Reset button ; Brake warning lamp, 5 Tachometer with USA only 3 Brake warning lamp, Canada only v ABS/ESP ® warning lamp >...
Page 30: Multifunction Steering Wheel
At a glance Multifunction steering wheel 1 Left multifunction display in 2 Right multifunction display in 3 Selecting the submenu or set- 4 Telephone: Item Page Item 5 Menu systems: the speedometer Press button è for next menu the tachometer ÿ...
Page 31: Center Console
Center console Upper part 1 Central locking switch 2 Hazard warning flasher 3 Central unlocking switch 4 Air temperature controls for 5 Air volume controls for center 6 Selects the shift program Item Page Item 7 Selects the Airbrake mode 8 Selects the manual shift on/off switch program mode...
Page 32: Lower Part
At a glance Center console Lower part 1 Exterior rear view mirror 2 Remote trunk opening switch 3 Tow-away alarm off button 4 Release button for storage 5 Soft top switch 6 ESP 7 Passenger front air bag off 8 Gear selector lever for 9 Parking brake Item Page...
Page 33: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Item 1 Left reading lamp on/off 2 Temperature sensor for automatic climate control 3 Right reading lamp on/off 4 Interior lighting control 5 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid (emergency call system) and telephone (see separate operating instructions) 6 Interior rear view mirror 7 Garage door opener 8 Tele Aid (emergency call...
Page 34: Control Panel On The Door Sill
At a glance Control panel on the door sill 1 Door handle 2 Switches for opening/closing 3 Switch for seat adjustment Item Page door windows...
Page 36: Getting Started
Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...
Page 38: Unlocking
Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func- tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the infor- mation given here. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail”...
Page 39 Ensure sufficient side- and overhead clearance prior to opening the doors, see “Main dimensions” ( page 391). Warning! Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S: Because of the carbon fiber the footwell could be slippery when wet. Be careful when entering the vehicle with wet shoe soles, you could slip on it.
Page 40: Starter Switch Positions
When you switch on the ignition, the If the SmartKey is left in the starter switch Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch and reinsert. Have the starter battery checked and charged if necessary ( page 371). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 41: Adjusting
Adjusting Warning! All seat, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. Seats Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 42: Steering Wheel
Getting started Adjusting The seat adjustment switch is located on Seat fore and aft adjustment the door sill. are no items in the footwell or behind the seat, otherwise you could damage the seat. Seat height 1 Seat fore and aft adjustment Seat angle 2 Seat height 3 Seat angle...
Page 43: Mirrors
The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is Adjusting steering column in or out located on the lower left of the steering column. Adjusting steering column up or down 1 Adjusting steering column, in or out 2 Adjusting steering column, up or down Mirrors Move stalk forward or back in the Adjust the interior and exterior rear view...
Page 44 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located on the lower part Electrolyte drops coming into contact with of the center console. the vehicle paint finish can be completely re- moved only while in the liquid state and by applying plenty of water. Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust the rear-view mirror.
Page 45: Driving
Driving Fastening the seat belts Warning! Make sure that absolutely no objects are ob- Warning! structing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obsta- Always fasten your seat belt before driving cles. If there are any floormats or carpets in off.
Page 46 Getting started Driving Warning! Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time.
Page 47: Starting The Engine
Damaged seat belts or seat belts that were fitted snugly. Take special care of this highly stressed in an accident must be when wearing loose clothing. replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Getting started Driving Starting the engine Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health.
Page 48 Getting started Driving Gearshift pattern 1 Cover 2 Start button P Park position with gear selector lever lock R Reverse gear N Neutral position D Drive position For more information, see “Automatic transmission” ( page 169). Warning! Make sure the cover of the start button is closed after starting the engine.
Page 49: Parking Brake
1 Release button malfunction in the engine electronics or in 2 Parking brake lever the fuel supply system. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
Page 50: Driving Off
Getting started Driving Driving off Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever lock is released. Place the gear selector lever in drive position D or reverse gear R. Warning! It is dangerous to shift the gear selector le- transmission: ver out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 51: Switching On Headlamps
Switching on headlamps High beam The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. Low-beam headlamps The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel. Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High-beam flasher Exterior lamp switch 1 Off...
Page 52: Windshield Wipers
I, set the combination switch to the next highest wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Switching on windshield wipers If anything blocks the windshield wipers Turn the combination switch in direc- tion of arrow 2 to the desired position, depending on the intensity of the rain.
Page 53 Intermittent wiping vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is Do not leave windshield wipers on an opened. This protects persons getting into or out intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to of the vehicle from being sprayed. an automatic car wash or during windshield Intermittent wiping will be continued when cleaning.
Page 54: Problems While Driving
Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. Give very little gas. Have the problem repaired by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. In case of accident If the vehicle is leaking gasoline: Do not start the engine under any circumstances.
Page 55: Parking And Locking
Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows. Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering system. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.
Page 56: Switching Off Headlamps
Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.
Page 57: Locking
Warning! ten to switch off the headlamps before opening the driver’s door. Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster In addition the message $ Lights Are 722 S: Still On appears in the multifunction display. Because of the carbon fiber the footwell Switch off the headlamps.
Page 58: Safety And Security
Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Performance enhancement system Anti-theft systems...
Page 60: Occupant Safety
Safety and Security Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most im- Air bag system components with portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle. The restraint systems are Seat belts ( page 72) Child restraints ( page 76) Although independent systems, their protective functions work in conjunction Additional protection potential provided by...
Page 61 Safety and Security Occupant safety If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact your local authorized indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz Center or call the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.
Page 62: Air Bags
If you have any prob- lems, please see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard. Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim.
Page 63 Please contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call the 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 for details.
Page 64 Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and ETDs are designed to func- tion on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that was activated must be replaced.
Page 65 These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Given the considerable deployment speed, required inflation volume, and the textile structure of the air bags,...
Page 66 Safety and Security Occupant safety The passenger air bag will only be de- The front air bags in this vehicle have been ployed if: designed to inflate in two stages. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the rate of relevant vehicle deceler- ation as assessed by the air bag control unit.
Page 67: Occupant Classification System
If the seat needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used.
Page 68 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp illuminates when an adult or someone larger than a small individual is in the pas- senger seat, have the passenger re-position himself or herself in the seat until the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp goes out.
Page 69 and the passenger knee air bag are Warning! activated. If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator Children 12 years old and under must be lamp is illuminated, the passenger front air seated and properly secured in an appropri- bag and the passenger knee air bag are ate infant or child restraint recommended deactivated and will not be deployed.
Page 70 Safety and Security Occupant safety remains out, do not transport a child on not mean that the passenger front air bag also the passenger seat until the system has should have deployed. been repaired. A child in a rear-facing The Occupant Classification System ( page 67) child restraint on the passenger seat will may have determined: be seriously injured or even killed if the...
Page 71 Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the seat repaired or replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: Do not lift yourself from the seat as this...
Page 72: Seat Belts
50 states, the District of Columbia, the not functioning. You must contact an autho- U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces. rized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating Even where this is not the case, all vehicle any child on the passenger seat.
Page 73 Only use seat belts which have been the abdomen or neck. That could cause se- approved by Mercedes-Benz. rious or even fatal injuries. The seat back- Do not make any modifications to the seat rest and seat belt provide the best restraint belts.
Page 74 Safety and Security Occupant safety Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm, against your neck or off your shoul- der. In a frontal crash, your body would move too far forward. That would in- crease the chance of head and neck in- juries.
Page 75 When disposing of the ETD, our safety in- if the restraint systems are operational structions must be followed. These are avail- and functioning correctly, see 1 in- able at any authorized Mercedes-Benz dicator lamp ( page 60) Center. in certain vehicle rollovers if the...
Page 76: Children In The Vehicle
Infant and child restraint seats and information on choosing an appropriate restraint system can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system.
Page 77 When using any infant, or toddler restraint, Warning! or booster seat, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions Never release the seat belt buckle while the for installation and use. vehicle is in motion, since the special seat Please read and observe warning labels belt retractor will be deactivated.
Page 78 Safety and Security Occupant safety A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which could occur under some circumstances, even with the air bag technology installed in your vehicle.
Page 79 Installation of infant and child restraint Warning! systems This vehicle is equipped with a tether an- Children too big for a toddler restraint must chorage for a top tether strap behind the ride in seats using regular seat belts. passenger seat. Position the shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck.
Page 80 Safety and Security Occupant safety Move the passenger seat as far as possible rearward. Once the top tether anchorage hook is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. Properly secure the child restraint us- ing the passenger seat lap/shoulder belt ( page 76) and tether anchorage for top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child restraint manufacturer’s...
Page 81: Panic Alarm
Panic alarm This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- (2) this device must accept any interference Any unauthorized modification to this device 1 Â...
Page 82: Driving Safety Systems
Safety and Security Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) BAS (Brake Assist System) ® (Electronic Stability Program) Electro-hydraulic brake system ness of the ABS, the BAS, the ESP electro-hydraulic brake system is only achieved with winter tires ( page 292) or snow chains as required.
Page 83 Braking The ABS/ESP whenever the ABS is activated which can If the ABS activates during braking, the be an indication of hazardous road condi- ® warning lamp v in the in- ABS/ESP tions and functions as a reminder to take strument cluster dial flashes.
Page 84: Bas
Safety and Security Driving safety systems The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby poten- tially reducing the braking distance. Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over.
Page 85 Active braking action through the ESP ® otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® The ESP will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size ( page 385).
Page 86 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Electronic traction system Switching off the ESP The electronic traction system is a compo- ® nent of ESP The electronic traction system improves the vehicle’s ability to utilize available trac- tion, especially under slippery road condi- tions by applying the brakes to a spinning wheel.
Page 87: Electro-Hydraulic Brake System
ESP Press ESP may cause serious damage to the drivetrain warning lamp v in ® The ABS/ESP which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz the instrument cluster comes on. Limited Warranty. ® The ESP is deactivated.
Page 88 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! The electro-hydraulic brake system requires electrical power to operate. A malfunction in the vehicle’s power supply or electrical system may impair brake sys- tem operation and switch it into its emer- gency operation mode. In such a case, the red brake warning lamp ( page 307) comes on and warning messages ( page 334) appear in the multifunction...
Page 89 Have brake pad replacement and other work on the electro-hydraulic brake system car- ried out by qualified technicians only. Con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. The electro-hydrau- lic brake system must be deactivated prior to working on the system. High pressure is...
Page 90: Performance Enhancement System
Safety and Security Performance enhancement system Airbrake The Airbrake enhances the vehicle’s driv- ing stability. It adapts the aerodynamics of the vehicle to the driving conditions ac- cording to the speed and the mode set. This is achieved using a moveable spoiler. The Airbrake is located at the rear edge of the trunk lid.
Page 91 Airbrake. Performance enhancement system Manual mode In this mode, the Airbrake is set to an angle of 30° (Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S: 35°). The driver down- force mode enhances stability while reduc- ing agility.
Page 92 Safety and Security Performance enhancement system Automatic mode Rapid braking This mode should be used for normal driv- During hard braking at a speed of more ing conditions. than 60 mph (95 km/h), the Airbrake auto- matically swivels up to an angle of 65°. Slide the Airbrake switch 4 to position 2.
Page 93: Anti-Theft Systems
In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). The alarm system will also be triggered...
Page 94 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Arming the alarm system Disarming the alarm system Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey. The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the alarm system is activated. The indicator lamp in the central locking switch ( page 105) be- gins to flash after arming the alarm after approximately 40 seconds if neither a door system.
Page 95: Tow-Away Alarm
Tow-away alarm Disarming tow-away alarm To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm, Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual switch off the tow-away alarm feature and audible alarm will be triggered when before towing the vehicle, or when parking someone attempts to raise the vehicle. on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.
Page 96: Controls In Detail
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Audio system Automatic transmission Good visibility Automatic climate control Open air Driving systems Useful features...
Page 98: Locking And Unlocking
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking In the “Controls in detail” section you will SmartKey find detailed information on how to oper- Your vehicle comes supplied with two ate the equipment installed on your vehi- SmartKeys, each with remote control and cle.
Page 99 Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Road- side Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Factory setting Canada only: Global unlocking Press button Œ.
Page 100 Replace the batteries ( page 359). You can obtain the required batteries at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 6 seconds un- If the batteries are checked within signal til battery check lamp 5 ( page 98) range of the vehicle, pressing button ‹...
Page 101: Opening The Doors
( page 39). If necessary, have the trunk lock replaced. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement. Opening from the inside You can open a locked door from the in- Ensure sufficient side- and overhead clear- side.
Page 102: Opening The Trunk
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk The door windows will not open or close if the battery is discharged or the door windows are impeded by ice. In this case open or close Opening the trunk from the outside the door with increased caution.
Page 103: Closing The Trunk Lid
The switch is located on the lower part of Closing the trunk lid the center console. 1 Remote trunk opening switch Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance. Press switch 1 until the trunk lid unlocks and opens slightly. Lift the trunk lid.
Page 104: Trunk Emergency Release
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Trunk emergency release The emergency release button unlocks the trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in The emergency release button is located motion. on the inside of the trunk lid. Illumination of the emergency release With the emergency release button, the button: trunk can be opened from inside the trunk.
Page 105: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Locking and unlocking from the inside The switches are located on the upper part of the center console. You can lock or unlock the vehicle from in- side using the central locking switches. This can be useful, for example, if you want to unlock the passenger door from the in- side or want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive.
Page 106: Lighting
Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. M Off U Automatic headlamp mode C Parking lamps (also tail lamps,...
Page 107 Low-beam headlamps The low-beam headlamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch using the manual headlamp mode. Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B. The following lamps switch on: Low-beam headlamps Tail and parking lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps Automatic headlamp mode...
Page 108 Controls in detail Lighting Daytime running lamp mode Canada only: In Canada the daytime running lamp mode is mandatory and therefore in a constant position M or U you cannot switch on the high-beam headlamps. mode. The high-beam flasher is available at all times. In the USA the daytime running lamp mode For nighttime driving you should turn the exterior is deactivated by default.
Page 109 Locator lighting and night security Fog lamps illumination The locator lighting and the night security illumination are described in the “Control system” section, see “Setting locator light- ing” ( page 135) and “Setting night secu- rity illumination” ( page 136). lamps and/or the low-beam headlamps on.
Page 110: Combination Switch
Controls in detail Lighting Rear fog lamp (driver’s side only) Combination switch Turn the exterior lamp switch to The combination switch is located on the position B ( page 106). left of the steering column. Pull out the exterior lamp switch to second stop.
Page 111: Hazard Warning Flasher
Hazard warning flasher Switching on hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch. The hazard warning flasher switches on and the combination switch set for either left or right turn, only the respective turn signals will automatically when an air bag deploys.
Page 112: Interior Lighting
Controls in detail Lighting Interior lighting Automatic control The controls are located in the overhead automatic mode. control panel. Deactivating 1 Left-hand reading lamp on/off 2 Right-hand reading lamp on/off 3 Interior lighting on/off 4 Automatic control on/off An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically.
Page 113: Courtesy Lighting
Manual control Courtesy lighting For better orientation in the dark, courtesy Switching interior lighting on lamps will illuminate the interior of your Press switch 3. vehicle in the following ways: The interior lighting switches on. Switching interior lighting off Press switch 3 again. The interior lighting switches off.
Page 114: Instrument Cluster
Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, do so with added caution. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The instrument cluster illumination is Turn the reset button 1 clockwise. The instrument cluster illumination will brighten.
Page 115: Coolant Temperature Gauge
248°F (120°C). Doing so can cause some fluids which may have may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited leaked into the engine compartment to Warranty. catch fire. You could be seriously burned.
Page 116: Tachometer
( page 29) denotes excessive engine speed. Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking.
Page 117: Control System
Control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 1. The control system enables you to call up information about your vehicle and to change vehicle settings. For example, you can use the control sys- tem to find out when your vehicle is next due for service, to set the language for messages in the instrument cluster...
Page 118: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Control system Multifunction steering wheel 1 Left multifunction display in the The displays in the multifunction display 2 Right multifunction display in the and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on the multi- function steering wheel ( page 30).
Page 119 Depending on the selected menu, pressing It is helpful to think of the menus, and the the buttons on the multifunction steering functions within each menu, as being wheel will alter what appears in the arranged in a circular pattern. multifunction display.
Page 120: Menus
Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus. The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus.
Page 121 Overall analysis Lap analysis Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S The Vehicle status message memory menu is only displayed if there is a message stored. shown in the control system displays. The headings used in the menus table are...
Page 122: Standard Display Menu
Controls in detail Control system Standard display menu The left multifunction display shows the outside temperature and main odometer, You can modify the standard display menu. while the trip odometer and the clock ap- Instead of outside temperature 2, you pears in the right multifunction display.
Page 123: Menu
1 Engine oil temperature RACETIMER 2 Gear indicator Overall analysis Lap analysis Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722S. Vehicle supply voltage The engine oil temperature symbol flashes if Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the 722S menu.
Page 124 Controls in detail Control system RACETIMER Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted. Racing on public roads 1 Lap is prohibited under all circumstances and 2 RACETIMER the driver is and must always remain 3 Gear indicator responsible for following posted speed limits.
Page 125 Saving lap time and starting a new lap You can save up to nine laps. Press button ç while the timer is running. The intermediate time will be shown for 1 Best lap time 5 seconds. 2 Lap number Press button ç within the next 3 RACETIMER 5 seconds.
Page 126 Controls in detail Control system Overall analysis Lap analysis These functions are only available if you have saved at least one lap and have stopped the have saved at least two laps and have stopped RACETIMER. the RACETIMER. Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the 722S menu.
Page 127: Audio Menu
AUDIO menu The functions in the AUDIO menu operate the audio equipment which you currently have turned on. If no audio equipment is currently turned on, the message AUDIO OFF appears in the 1 Station frequency multifunction display. 2 Wave band setting 3 Setting for station selection using The following functions are available: Function...
Page 128: Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu
1 Number of recorded status messages performed on the vehicle and by bringing the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages ( page 319). Press button è or ÿ repeatedly...
Page 129: Settings Menu
Settings menu Resetting to factory settings You can reset the functions of most of the In the Settings menu there are two submenus to the factory settings. functions: For safety, the The function To reset, press reset Mode button for 3 seconds with which you be reset with the vehicle at standstill only.
Page 130 Controls in detail Control system Submenus in the Settings menu Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until you see the Settings menu in the multifunction display. Press button j. In the right multifunction display you see the collection of submenus. Press button ç.
Page 131 The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making individual settings can be found on the following pages. Instrument cluster Time ( page 132) ( page 133) Selecting digital speedometer Setting time (minutes) display mode Selecting standard display Setting time (hours)
Page 132 Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Selecting the digital speedometer display Access the Instr. Cluster submenu via Settings menu. Use the Instr. Clus- submenu to change the instrument cluster display settings. The following functions are available: Function Page Selecting the digital speedome- ter display Selecting the standard display...
Page 133 Selecting the language Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instr. Cluster submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the left multifunction display: Language The selection marker is on the current setting.
Page 134 Controls in detail Control system Setting time (minutes) Setting time (hours) Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time submenu. Press button j or k repeatedly until you see this message in the left multifunction display: Set Time Minute(s) The selection marker is on the minute...
Page 135 Setting daytime running lamp mode With daytime running lamp mode activated (USA only) and the exterior lamp switch in position M or U, the low-beam This function is not available in countries headlamps are switched on when the where the daytime running lamp mode is manda- engine is running.
Page 136 Controls in detail Control system Move the selection marker with button Setting night security illumination æ or ç to the Lighting (Headlamps delayed switch-off) submenu. Use this function to set whether you would Press button j or k repeatedly like the exterior lamps to remain on for until you see this message in the left 15 seconds during darkness after exiting multifunction display:...
Page 137 You can temporarily deactivate the Setting interior lighting delayed headlamps delayed switch-off feature: switch-off Before leaving the vehicle turn the Use this function to set whether you would SmartKey in the starter switch to like the interior lighting to remain on for position 0.
Page 138 Controls in detail Control system Vehicle submenu Setting radio station selection mode Access the Vehicle submenu via the Use the Settings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu function to select the manual or memory to make general vehicle settings. station selection mode for the radio ( page 127).
Page 139: Trip Computer Menu
Setting automatic locking Trip computer menu Use this function to activate or deactivate Use the trip computer menu to call up the automatic central locking. With the statistical data on your vehicle. automatic central locking system The following information is available: activated, the vehicle is centrally locked at vehicle speeds of approximately Function...
Page 140 Controls in detail Control system Fuel consumption since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the trip computer menu. Press button j or k repeatedly until you see the following message in the left multifunction display: From Reset matically to 0 when either of the following values...
Page 141: Tel Menu
TEL menu Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we rec- ommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a tele- You can use the functions in the phone call.
Page 142 Controls in detail Control system You may carry out the following functions: Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive Function Page calls, you can answer a call at any time. In Answering a call the right multifunction display you will then see the message, or if available, the caller Ending a call ID (name and number):...
Page 143 Dialing a number from the phone book If your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a number from the phone book at any time. Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the menu in the left multifunction display.
Page 144 Controls in detail Control system Redialing The control system stores the most recent- ly dialed phone numbers. This eliminates the need to search through your entire phone book. Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the menu in the left multifunction display.
Page 145: Audio System
Audio and telephone, operation Operating safety These instructions are intended to help you become familiar with your Mercedes-Benz audio system. They con- tain useful tips and a detailed description of the user functions. Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could...
Page 146: Operating And Display Elements
Controls in detail Audio system Operating and display elements...
Page 147 Item Page 1 CD mode selector 5 Alpha-numeric keypad 2 Manual tuning (radio) Fast forward/reverse 156, 160 (cassette, CD) Speed dialing memory (telephone) 3 Radio mode selector 6 Scanning 4 Display panel Cassette compartment 7 Function button behind display panel 8 Light-emitting diode Item Page...
Page 148: Button And Soft Key Operation
Controls in detail Audio system Button and soft key operation Operation In these instructions, the alpha-numeric Switching on/off keypad (right side of radio panel) and the function buttons (left side of radio panel) Switching on: are referred to as “buttons”. The four keys below the display panel are referred to as “soft keys”.
Page 149 Bass Treble Regardless of operating mode, press key repeatedly until you BASS on the display. Press key to increase or decrease level. Press both keys simultaneously to reset the Bass to its center (flat) level. Fader Regardless of operating mode, press Your vehicle may or may not have the fader key repeatedly until you see function, depending on the vehicle equipment...
Page 150 Controls in detail Audio system Balance Returning audio functions to factory settings Regardless of operating mode, press key repeatedly until you BALANCE on the display. Press key to shift sound accord- ingly to the left or right speakers. Press both keys simultaneously to reset the Balance to its center level.
Page 151: Radio Operation
You can select from among the Radio operation following settings: : The tone level is set to the Selecting radio mode Driver position; sound is directed toward the passengers. : The tone level is set for Speech, optimizing the sound for the spoken word.
Page 152 Controls in detail Audio system Direct frequency input Manual tuning Select the desired frequency band. Press “ button. Enter desired frequency using buttons 4 to M. You can only enter frequencies within the respective waveband. If a button is not pressed within 4 seconds, the radio will return to the station last tuned to.
Page 153 Scan tuning Manual station memory (Presets) Starting scan tuning You can store ten AM and ten FM stations. Select desired frequency band. Press 2 button. will appear in the display. The ra- dio briefly tunes in all receivable stations on the band selected. The first scan cycle will tune in only the stations with a strong signal.
Page 154: Cassette Operation
Controls in detail Audio system Weather band Cassette operation Playing cassettes Press the key. The weather band station last selected is tuned in. Select the desired weather band station with buttons 4 to 7. If a station cannot be tuned in, a scan is automatically started.
Page 155 Cassette eject A warning signal will sound after 20 seconds if the display panel is left in the down position. Fold display panel back up. If the display panel is not closed, a warning signal will sound and the radio will be muted. Track selection Otherwise the display will be damaged.
Page 156 Controls in detail Audio system Track search backward Scanning Press e button. SEEK RWD will appear in the display. Track search will run the tape back- ward to the start of the track currently playing and switch to Play. Stopping track search Press d, c, f or e button.
Page 157 Skipping blank sections (skip blank) Dolby NR To enable optimum sound reproduction of Switching on the skip blank function cassettes recorded using Dolby B NR, the Press the key. Dolby NR system should be switched on. is highlighted in the display. off when playing cassettes not recorded with If the system does not detect a sound Dolby B NR.
Page 158: Cd Changer Operation
Controls in detail Audio system CD changer operation Only use original CDs. Using copied CDs may create problems during playback. Clean CDs from time to time with a com- General notes mercially available cleaning cloth. Do not Should excessively high temperatures oc- use solvents, anti-static sprays, etc.
Page 159 Operational readiness of CD changer Loading/unloading a CD magazine The CD changer is located in the trunk on the left side. 1 CD 2 CD changer 3 CD tray 1 CD changer 4 CD magazine The CD changer can be operated from the front control panel of the radio.
Page 160 Controls in detail Audio system Selecting CDs Skipping tracks forward/backward You can select from among the CDs in the CD magazine using buttons 4 to 6. and the magazine slot number of the selected CD appear in the display. The number of the current track is displayed after TRACK...
Page 161 Random play Repeat The random play function (RDM) plays the The repeat function (RPT) repeats the cur- tracks on the current CD in random order. rent track. Switching on random play Press the key. is highlighted in the display. Switching off random play Press the key.
Page 162: Telephone Operation
Controls in detail Audio system Telephone operation Various car telephone functions and oper- ating steps for the car telephone can be performed and displayed via the audio Warning! system. Further operating instructions not covered Please do not forget that your primary re- here can be found in the operating sponsibility is to drive the vehicle.
Page 163 Placing a call Phone book The numbers stored in the phone book can Entering a telephone number and be called up either by name or number. starting the dialing process Calling up the phone book Enter the desired telephone number using buttons 4 to M.
Page 164 Controls in detail Audio system Press the desired numerical key 2 Searching and selecting phone book to 9. entries by number The stored entries are selected accord- ing to the alphabetical order of the ini- tial letters (e.g. for B -Brown, press button 2 twice).
Page 165 Manual repeat dialing (redial) Automatic repeat dialing (redial) If a call cannot be connected, press REDIAL peated attempts to place the call will be made for the next 4 minutes. Press the key. Selecting numbers directly from the directory The last number dialed is shown in the display.
Page 166 The following conditions must be met for a “911” emergency call: The following describes how to dial a “911” emergency call using the audio system head unit when a Mercedes-Benz specified mobile phone is connected with the Blue- ® tooth interface.
Page 167 Placing a “911” emergency call using Accepting an incoming call audio head unit with the phone unlocked Accepting an incoming call in telephone mode Press h button to switch to telephone operation. With an incoming call, a ringing tone can be heard and the caller’s telephone num- Enter 911 using the number keypad on ber, or the name under which this tele-...
Page 168 Controls in detail Audio system Muting a call Call waiting It is possible to mute a call; the caller is If you receive another call during an then no longer able to hear you. already active call, you can accept the second call and switch between the two.
Page 169: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission For information on driving with an auto- matic transmission, see the “Getting started” section ( page 47). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjust- ments are performed based on current operating and driving conditions.
Page 170: Shifting Procedure
This may cause serious damage to the (C/MAN/S) ( page 175) drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. the position of the accelerator pedal When the gear selector lever is in drive ( page 173)
Page 171: Gear Selector Lever Positions
Gear selector lever positions í Effect ì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked. Place gear selector lever in park position P only when vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked.
Page 172 Automatic transmission Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in neutral position N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Warning! Warning! Getting out of your vehicle with the gear...
Page 173: Driving Tips
Driving tips not possible. In kickdown operation, it is not possible to Accelerator position change gear with the steering wheel gear shift Your driving style influences the paddles. transmission’s shifting behavior: Stopping Less throttle Earlier upshifting When you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic lights: More throttle Later upshifting Kickdown...
Page 174: Gear Ranges
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear ranges The selected gear range appears in the right multifunction display ( page 117). With the gear selector lever in drive position D and driving in shift program C maximum engine speed for the gear range has or S, you can select a gear range for the been reached, the transmission shifts up auto- automatic transmission to operate within.
Page 175: Shift Program Mode Selector Switch
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The following instructions describe opera- tion of the gear selector lever when driving in the shift program C or S.
Page 176 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Limiting gear range Extending gear range Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control.
Page 177: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control One-Touch Gearshifting
P, neutral position N or reverse drivetrain which is not covered by the gear R. Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The following instructions describe opera- tion of the gear selector lever when driving in the shift program C or S.
Page 178: Manual Shift Program
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Using the kickdown when driving in shift program MAN is not possible.
Page 179 Activating manual shift program Selecting manual shift program mode Turn program mode selector switch 1 ( page 175) to the MAN setting. The transmission switches to the manual program mode M. The letter appears in the right multifunction dis- play and the lamp in program mode se- lector switch 3 ( page 179) comes on.
Page 180: Emergency Operation (Limp-Home Mode)
( page 29), shift to the next higher gear. The fuel supply will otherwise be interrupt- Upshifting ed to prevent the engine from overrevving. Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster In the manual program mode M, the trans- mission will not upshift, even if the engine has 722S: reached its overrevving range.
Page 181: Good Visibility
Good visibility For information on the windshield wipers, see “Switching on windshield wipers” cleaned when you have ( page 52). Headlamp cleaning system The button is located on the left side of the When you switch off the ignition, the counter dashboard.
Page 182: Sun Visors
Controls in detail Good visibility Warning! The auto-dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the interior rear view mirror. Glare can endanger you and/or others. Warning! Sun visors In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may escape from the mirror housing if the mirror The sun visors protect you from sun glare glass breaks.
Page 183: Rear Window Defroster
Glare through a door window Rear window defroster Swing respective sun visor down. The rear window defroster uses a large Disengage the sun visor from amount of power. To keep the battery mounting 3. drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is When the sun visor is disengaged from clear.
Page 184: Automatic Climate Control
Controls in detail Automatic climate control...
Page 185 Function for the center air vents to the middle position. 1 Left side air vent, adjustable 2 Left center air vent, adjustable 3 Air temperature controls for center and side air vents 4 Right center air vent, adjustable 5 Right side air vent, adjustable 6 Air volume control for right side air vent 7 Air volume control for center air...
Page 186 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Automatic climate control panel Function 1 Air distribution, left (automatic or 6 Temperature control, right manual operation) 7 Automatic climate control on/off 2 Front defroster 3 Air recirculation 8 Residual heat/ventilation 4 Rear window defroster ( page 183) 9 Air volume control (automatic or 5 Air distribution, right (automatic or a AC cooling on/off...
Page 187 The automatic climate control is operation- Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and al whenever the engine is running. You can odors are filtered out before outside air en- operate the climate control system in ei- ters the passenger compartment through ther the automatic or manual mode.
Page 188: Deactivating The Automatic Climate Control System
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Deactivating the automatic climate control system fuel system is too hot and needs to be cooled, the cooling switches on again automatically. The red lamp on the ± button the automatic climate control panel flashes. Warning! After cooling the fuel system sufficiently, the air conditioning switches off again and the red lamp...
Page 189: Setting The Temperature
Air distribution in automatic mode Air volume in automatic mode You can separately adjust the air distribu- The air volume settings are the same for tion for each side of the passenger the entire passenger compartment. compartment. Activating Activating Press control button 1 or 5 ( page 186).
Page 190: Adjusting Air Distribution
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Decreasing Turning off warm air Turn temperature control 6 and/or b ( page 186) slightly counterclockwise. The automatic climate control system will correspondingly adjust the interior air temperature. Turning on cooler air Adjusting the temperature for the center and side air vents When outside temperatures are low, you can manually raise the air temperature for...
Page 191: Adjusting Air Volume
Turn control button to the desired Opening the side air vents symbol. The air distribution is adjusted accord- ing to the chosen setting. You can also turn the air distribution control to a position between two symbols. Closing the side air vents Opening the center air vents Turn thumbwheel 7 ( page 185) upward.
Page 192: Front Defroster
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Front defroster Deactivating You can use this setting to defrost the windshield, for example if it is iced up. You can also defog the windshield and the door windows. Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the door windows are clear again.
Page 193: Air Recirculation Mode
Air recirculation mode Activating Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside. This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment. matically Warning! Fogged windows impair visibility, endanger- ing you and others.
Page 194: Air Conditioning
The compressor has turned off. The air conditioning cannot be turned on again. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 195: Residual Heat And Ventilation
Residual heat and ventilation Activating With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. How long the system will provide heating depends on the coolant temperature and the selected temperature.
Page 196: Open Air
Controls in detail Open air Opening and closing the door windows The door windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for the door win- dows are located on the door sill on the driver’s side ( page 34). The switch for the passenger side is located on the door sill on the passenger side.
Page 197 Opening the door windows Fully opening the door windows (Express-open) Press switch 1 or 2 to the resistance point. The corresponding window will move downwards until you release the switch. Closing the door windows Fully closing the door windows (Express-close) Pull switch 1 or 2 to the resistance point.
Page 198: Synchronizing Power Windows
Controls in detail Open air Synchronizing power windows Opening and closing the soft top The power windows must be synchronized For safety reasons, the soft top can only be each time opened and closed when the vehicle is stationary. after the battery has been disconnected Also for safety reasons, the door windows open automatically if the soft top is not...
Page 199 Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle is equipped with a semi-auto- The opened soft top is stored behind the matic soft top. This means that you will have to release or lock the soft top manu- ally by means of a handle.
Page 200 Controls in detail Open air The soft top switch is located on the lower Opening the soft top part of the center console. opening it. Otherwise, water may enter the inte- rior. not turn it back. Otherwise, the locking mecha- Soft top switch cover nism could be damaged when closing the soft 2 Cover...
Page 201: Wind Screen
Closing the soft top that the handle is in the release position. Other- Always remove the soft top linkage covers wise, the locking mechanism could be damaged ( page 202) before closing the soft top. when closing the soft top. You could otherwise damage the covers or the linkages.
Page 202: Linkage Covers
Controls in detail Open air Press on releases 2 in direction of the Removing arrow and pull wind screen 1 out You can close the soft top without remov- upwards. ing the wind screen. Installing 1 Release 1 Mounting 2 Recess Insert mountings 1 into recesses 2.
Page 203 Installing The following describes the installation of the driver’s side cover. The installation of the passenger-side cover is identical but mirror-inverted. Warning! Do not use damaged covers. Damaged covers could come loose while driving and 1 Cover hit other road users. 2 Tab 3 Bodywork 4 Sealing...
Page 204 Controls in detail Open air Removing The cover is properly locked when the white markings face each other. 1 Lock 2 Cover Warning! Covers that are not properly locked, could come loose while driving and hit other road users. Therefore, make sure that the covers are properly locked.
Page 205: Driving Systems
Driving systems The driving system of your vehicle is Cruise control described on the following pages: Cruise control automatically maintains the Cruise control, with which the vehicle speed you set for your vehicle. can maintain a preset speed Use of cruise control is recommended for ®...
Page 206 Controls in detail Driving systems control may not be able to maintain the set speed. Once the grade eases, the set speed will be resumed. Canceling the cruise control There are several ways to cancel the cruise 1 Sets current or higher speed 2 Sets current or lower speed control: 3 Cancels the cruise control...
Page 207 Setting a higher speed deactivate the cruise control. After brief acceler- ation (e.g. for passing), the cruise control will Warning! resume the last speed set. If you increase the set vehicle speed, keep in Setting a lower speed mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has made the necessary adjust- ments.
Page 208 Controls in detail Driving systems Fine adjustment in 1 mph Setting to last stored speed (Canada: 1 km/h) increments (“Resume” function) Faster Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1. Slower Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 2.
Page 209: Useful Features
Useful features Map pocket in passenger footwell Storage compartments Warning! Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or ob- jects having sharp edges in the map pocket. In an accident, during hard braking or sud- den maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants.
Page 210: Parcel Net In Trunk
Controls in detail Useful features Storage compartment between Parcel net in trunk the backrests There is a net available in the trunk to secure loads: 1 Release button 2 Cover Press release button 1. Cover 2 opens automatically. ® The Bluetooth interface ( page 213) is installed in the cover of the storage compartment.
Page 211 Ashtray Cigarette lighter Warning! Remove ashtray insert only with vehicle standing still. Removing ashtray insert Pull ashtray insert 2 upwards. Replacing ashtray insert Press the ashtray insert into the holder until you hear it click into place. 12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 85 W) designed for use with the standard Warning! “cigarette lighter”...
Page 212: Power Outlet
The external antenna must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please contact an autho- Warning! rized Mercedes-Benz Center for informa- tion on the installation of an approved Never operate radio transmitters equipped external antenna.
Page 213 You can take and place telephone calls Warning! using the s and t buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele- Please do not forget that your primary re- phone functions, use the control system sponsibility is to drive the vehicle. A driver’s ( page 141).
Page 214 Blue- Please contact an authorized ® tooth interface with the symbol Mercedes-Benz Center for the most recent “MB BTUM”. list of Bluetooth For information on how to search for that have been approved for use in your ve- Bluetooth devices, refer to your mobile hicle.
Page 215: Tele Aid
Tele Aid The Tele Aid system is available if In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed. To ensure your system is activated and operational, please press the ¡ button to perform the ac- quaintance call.
Page 216 In case of an emergency, help will and color are generated. have to be summoned by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the Re- sponse Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible.
Page 217 A voice connection between the Response Initiating an emergency call manually Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon service. Using it without due cause is a criminal after the emergency call has been initiat- offense. ed.
Page 218 Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as labor and/or towing, charges may than 2 seconds. apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Manual for more information. Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button • will flash while the call is in progress.
Page 219 Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be estab- lished. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to 1 Information button ¡ you. Open the center storage compartment For more details concerning the Tele Aid ( page 210).
Page 220 The SOS button will flash and the message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunc- Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response tion display to indicate receipt of the door unlock command. Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).
Page 221: Garage Door Opener
See anti-theft alarm system ( page 93) and tow-away alarm ( page 95). Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center along with your password issued to you when you subscribed to the service. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele...
Page 222 Controls in detail Useful features Interior rear view mirror with integrated re- mote control Indicator lamp 2 3 4 Signal transmitter button Needed for programming (not part of vehicle equipment): Hand-held remote control of ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device Hand-held remote control button...
Page 223 Step 2: Step 3: If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time, press and hold the two outer signal transmit- ter buttons 2 and 4 and release Step 4: them only when indicator lamp 1...
Page 224 Controls in detail Useful features Rolling code programming Step 9: To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the “Programming” portion You have 30 seconds to initiate the (steps 1 through 6) of this text.
Page 225 Step 4: grated remote control, make sure you retain the Press and hold the signal transmitter hand-held remote control that came with the ga- button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release rage door opener, gate operator or other device. this button until it has been success- You may need it for use in other vehicles, for fu- fully trained.
Page 226 Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance While performing step 3, hold Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or...
Page 227: Floormat, Driver's Side
Floormat, driver’s side Installing Warning! When you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats must always be securely fastened using eyelets 1 and retainer pins 2. Before driving off, check that the floormats Example driver’s side are securely in place and adjust them if 1 Eyelet...
Page 228: Floormats* (Only Mercedes-Benz Slr Mclaren Roadster 722S)
Controls in detail Useful features Floormats* (Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722S) please make sure your shoe soles are free of hard particles (e.g. stones, glass) and avoid the use of small surface heels when driving the vehicle. Warning! Installing Because of the carbon fiber the footwell could be slippery when wet.
Page 229: Dust Cover
Dust cover Slipping dust cover on/off Warning! Allow the engine to cool down completely before slipping the dust cover on your vehi- cle. Otherwise you could be seriously burned when coming into contact with the hot exhaust system. To avoid damage to the vehicle and the dust cover, observe the following: Use the dust cover only when the vehicle is garaged.
Page 230: Roof And Trunk Lid Racks
Controls in detail Useful features Roof and trunk lid racks To remove the dust cover, follow the above steps in reverse order. Otherwise you will damage the bodywork or paintwork of your vehicle. Warning! This vehicle has not been designed to accommodate any type of roof or trunk lid rack.
Page 232: Operation
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Trunk Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...
Page 234: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section you will find The more cautiously you treat your vehicle detailed information on operating, main- during the break-in period, the more satis- taining and caring for your vehicle. fied you will be with its performance later on.
Page 235: Driving Instructions
Have all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the maintenance service display. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in hilly area.
Page 236: Power Assistance
This will also enhance the grip of the brake pads. If the noise continuous, power assistance for the brake and steering contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of...
Page 237 Downhill grades Wet roads When driving down long and steep grades, relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into a lower gear to use the engine’s braking power. This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. Continuous or hard braking Warning! Resting your foot on the brake pedal will...
Page 238 Active braking action through the ESP removed without putting other road us- otherwise seriously damage the brake system ers at risk which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz maintain a greater distance to the vehi- Limited Warranty. cle ahead and drive with particular care...
Page 239: Driving Off
ESP performance driving, have the brake system cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is checked and maintained by an authorized not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Mercedes-Benz Center. Warranty. pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear.
Page 240: Parking
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six...
Page 241: Hydroplaning
Depending upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire traction varies at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Other- widely. wise there is a danger of damaging the vehicle by Have worn tires replaced in pairs (front pair jacking it up incorrectly.
Page 242: Tire Speed Rating
Exercise appropriate caution. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Your vehicle is factory equipped with Warranty. “(Y)”-rated tires, which have a speed rating of over 186 mph (300 km/h).
Page 243: Standing Water
Any such Warning! damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose.
Page 244: Passenger Compartment
The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Center directory, you should request pertinent information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 245: Catalytic Converter
Catalytic converter Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic-type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Maintenance Booklet.
Page 246: Coolant Temperature
If you think that exhaust gas engine damage which is not covered by the fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open at all times.
Page 247: At The Gas Station
Roadside Assis- Never allow sparks, flame or smoking tance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. materials near gasoline! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish all smoking materials.
Page 248: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip
( page 396), see “Fu- el requirements” ( page 397), or contact an Overfilling of the fuel tank may create authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). pressure in the system which could cause a gas discharge. This could cause the gas to Leaving the engine running and the fuel filler cap open can cause the ú...
Page 249 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see “Practical hints”...
Page 250: Engine Compartment
Operation Engine compartment Hood Opening Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. Warning! The exhaust areas on the engine hood and between the doors and front wheels get very...
Page 251 Make sure the windshield wipers are not folded away from the windshield. Otherwise the pull the release lever downwards more firmly. windshield wipers or the hood could be dam- aged. Make sure there is sufficient clearance before opening the hood. A minimum clearance in front of the vehicle of 1.3 ft (40 cm) is required.
Page 252 Operation Engine compartment Closing Press the front part of the hood. The hood opens and will automatically be held in position by gas-filled spring struts. Make sure there is sufficient clearance be- fore opening the hood. A minimum overhead clearance of 6.6 ft (2.0 m) is required. Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme caution are engaged and the guide pins line up with the...
Page 253: Engine Oil
Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The oil dipstick and the cap are located on the passenger side in the engine compartment.
Page 254: Transmission Fluid Level
Oil dipstick For a listing of approved engine oils and oil fil- The engine oil level is correct when it is ters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- between lower mark (min) and upper mark ter or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Page 255: Coolant
Coolant The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. When checking coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground the coolant temperature must be be- low 158°F (70°C) Warning! In order to avoid potentially serious burns: Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system,...
Page 256: Trunk
When replacing batteries, always use bat- teries approved by Mercedes-Benz. Have this work only carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle...
Page 257: Windshield Washer System And Head- Lamp Cleaning System
Windshield washer system and head- lamp cleaning system where temperatures may fall below freezing point. Failure to do so could result in damage to the washer system/reservoir. Fluid for the windshield washer system and the headlamp cleaning system is supplied from the windshield washer reservoir.
Page 258 Operation Trunk Lift up the interior floor 1 panel at loop 2. merely inserted, not turned, when you close cover 5. Fold the outer edges of the interior floor towards the outside. Opening the washer fluid reservoir Remove the interior floor in direction of arrow 3.
Page 259: Tires And Wheels
Tires and wheels For safety reasons, only use tires and rims which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for use on SLR vehicles. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation.
Page 260: Tire Care And Maintenance
Operation Tires and wheels Do not allow your tires to wear down Tire care and maintenance too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than in (3 mm). When replacing individual tires, you should mount new tires on the front wheels first (on vehicles with same-sized wheels all around).
Page 261 Life of tire approximately point the tire is considered worn and The service life of a tire is dependent upon should be replaced. varying factors including but not limited to: Recommended minimum tire tread depth: Driving style Tire inflation pressure Distance driven Warning! Tires should be replaced after 6 years,...
Page 262: Direction Of Rotation
Operation Tires and wheels Storing tires Direction of rotation Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place Unidirectional tires offer added advan- with as little exposure to light as possible. tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor- Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and mance.
Page 263 2) The certification label found on the driver’s door A-pillar ( page 382) tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR in- cludes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
Page 264 Operation Tires and wheels Seating capacity The seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle. The Tire and Loading Information placard showing the seating capacity is located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 263). placard example are for illustration purposes only.
Page 265 Step 2 Step 5 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. Step 3 Subtract the combined weight of the Step 6 (if applicable) driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX lbs. Step 4 The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load...
Page 266 Operation Tires and wheels Example Combined weight Number of limit of occupants occupants and cargo from Tire (driver and and Loading Infor- passengers) mation placard 1500 lbs 1500 lbs The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.
Page 267 The tongue load typically is ten percent of the trailer weight and everything loaded in it. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. Mercedes-Benz does not recom- mend trailer towing with your vehicle.
Page 268: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
Operation Tires and wheels Recommended tire inflation pressure Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, Your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and adversely affect handling and fuel economy, Loading Information placard located on and are more likely to fail from being the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 263).
Page 269 If your vehicle is not equipped with the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact your PLM or any au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper Warning! tire inflation pressure. If the tire inflation pressure drops...
Page 270: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
Operation Tires and wheels Tire inflation pressure changes by approxi- Checking tire inflation pressure mately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of Regularly check your tire inflation pressure air temperature change. Keep this in mind at least once a month. when checking tire inflation pressure where the temperature is different from Check and adjust the tire inflation...
Page 271 Checking tire inflation pressure Checking tire inflation pressure manually electronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Follow the steps below to achieve correct (Advanced TPMS) tire inflation pressure: Remove the cap from the valve on one tire. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is equipped with a combination low tire pres- Firmly press a tire gauge onto the sure/TPMS malfunction telltale in the instru-...
Page 272 Operation Tires and wheels The TPMS only functions on wheels that are equipped with the proper electronic sensors. It monitors the tire inflation pres- sure, as selected by the driver, in all four tires. A warning is issued to alert you to a decrease in pressure in one or more of the tires.
Page 273 Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency Warning! and tire tread life, and may affect the vehi- cle’s handling and stopping ability. Please Each tire, including the spare (if provided), note that the TPMS is not a substitute for should be checked every other week when proper tire maintenance, and it is the cold and inflated to the inflation pressure driver’s responsibility to maintain correct...
Page 274 Operation Tires and wheels Tire inflation pressure warnings Restarting Advanced TPMS If the system detects a significant loss of The TPMS usually recognizes new refer- tire inflation pressure in one or more than ence values automatically, for example one tire, a message appears in the multi- when you have function display.
Page 275 Press button j or k repeatedly Press the æ button. until the current inflation pressures for The following message will appear in each tire appear in the display or the the multifunction display: following message appears in the dis- Tire Pressure Monitor play Restarted Tire pressure...
Page 276: Tire Labeling
Operation Tires and wheels Overinflated tires Tire labeling Overinflated tires can: Besides tire name (sales designation) and adversely affect handling manufacturer name, a number of markings characteristics can be found on a tire. cause uneven tire wear Following are some explanations for the markings on your vehicle’s tires: be more prone to damage from road hazards...
Page 277 Tire size designation, load and speed General: rating Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter preceding the tire size designation. No letter preceding the size designation (as illustrated above): Passenger car tire based on European design standards.
Page 278 Operation Tires and wheels Rim diameter The rim diameter 4 ( page 277) is the diameter of the bead seat, not the diameter of the rim edge. Rim diameter is indicated in inches (in). Tire load rating The tire load rating 5 ( page 277) is a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can support.
Page 279 Tire speed rating Summer tires The tire speed rating 6 ( page 277) Index indicates the approved maximum speed for the tire. Warning! Even when permitted by law, never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires. Exceeding the maximum speed for which tires are rated can lead to sudden tire failure, causing loss of vehicle control and...
Page 280: Load Identification
Operation Tires and wheels Any tire with a speed capability above All-season and winter tires 186 mph (300 km/h) must include a Index “ZR” in the size designation AND the Q M+S service description must be placed in parenthesis. T M+S Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99Y).
Page 281: Dot, Tire Identification Number (Tin)
No specification given: absence of any text DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) (like in above example) indicates a U.S. tire regulations require each new tire standard load (SL) tire. manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a XL or Extra Load: designates an extra load TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire (or reinforced) tire.
Page 282: Maximum Tire Load
Operation Tires and wheels DOT (Department of Transportation) Tire type code A tire branding symbol 1 ( page 281) The code 4 ( page 281) may, at the which denotes the tire meets require- option of the manufacturer, be used as a ments of the U.S.
Page 283: Maximum Tire Inflation Pressure
Maximum tire inflation pressure Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit or vehicle capacity weight as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can over- heat them, possibly causing a blowout.
Page 284: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.s. Vehicles)
Operation Tires and wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Quality grades can be found, where appli- (U.S. vehicles) cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For Tire manufacturers are required to grade example: tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and Treadwear Traction Temperature temperature resistance.
Page 285 Traction Temperature The traction grades, from highest to low- The temperature grades are A (the high- est, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades rep- est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- resent the tire’s ability to stop on wet tance to the generation of heat and its pavement as measured under controlled ability to dissipate heat when tested under...
Page 286: Tire Ply Material
Operation Tires and wheels Tire ply material Tire and loading terminology Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not).
Page 287 DOT (Department of Transportation) GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) A tire branding symbol which denotes the This is the maximum permissible vehicle tire meets requirements of the weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of U.S. Department of Transportation. the vehicle including all options, passen- gers, fuel, and cargo and, if applicable, GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) trailer tongue load).
Page 288 Operation Tires and wheels PSI (Pounds per square inch) TIN (Tire Identification Number) A standard unit of measure for air pressure Unique identifier which facilitates efforts -> bar, kilopascal (kPa). by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters Recommended tire inflation pressure concerning tires and gives purchases the means to easily identify such tires.
Page 289: Rotating Tires
Rotating tires A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s traction, at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Other- temperature and treadwear. Ratings are wise there is a danger of damaging the vehicle by determined by tire manufacturers using jacking it up incorrectly.
Page 290: Anti-Theft Wheel Nuts
Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 95 lb-ft (130 Nm). Only use Genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle’s rims. For information on wheel change, see the wrench, when installing or removing the “Practical hints”...
Page 291 Replace that wheel bolt with one of the anti-theft wheel nuts 1 delivered with key or one of the anti-theft wheel nuts, please your vehicle. contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for a replacement. Fasten anti-theft wheel nut 1 using wheel nut key 2 and tighten with a torque wrench to a tightening torque of 95 lb-ft (130 Nm).
Page 292: Winter Driving
Before the onset of winter, have your Winter tires* vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Other- includes: wise there is a danger of damaging the vehicle by Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze jacking it up incorrectly.
Page 293: Snow Chains
If snow chains are mounted to the front Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes-Benz. Any au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location.
Page 294: Maintenance
Mercedes-Benz Center, the brake disks must be checked. Observe the every 12 months, even if the vehicle has...
Page 295: Maintenance Service Term Exceeded
Instead, maintain the condition of the battery by using the battery charger approved by Switch on the ignition ( page 40). Mercedes-Benz for use on the SLR and supplied Press button è or ÿ on the with the car ( page 372). This charger automat-...
Page 296: Resetting The Maintenance Service Indicator
Only reset if the proper maintenance service has on your vehicle is not carried out by an been performed. Resetting the system without authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can performing the proper service as called for by the maintenance service indicator will result in...
Page 297: Vehicle Care
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use Mercedes-Benz care products. These have been specially developed to suit Mercedes-Benz vehi- cles and are state of the art. Mercedes-Benz care products are available from any Mercedes-Benz Center. To avoid paint damage, you should...
Page 298: Vehicle Washing
This applies to both, hand-wash or automatic car wash. Mercedes-Benz recommends you to have your vehicle cleaned at an automatic car wash from the start, preferably one without brushes, or to use plenty of water when hand-washing your vehicle.
Page 299 Power washer Make sure that the windshield wiper switch is set to 0 ( page 52). Otherwise, the rain sensor could activate and cause the wipers to vehicle or the engine. move unintentionally. This may lead to vehicle damage. Cleaning the windows and wiper blades Due to the width of the vehicle, fold in exterior rear view mirrors prior to running the vehicle through an automatic car wash to prevent...
Page 300: Soft Top Care
Incorrect cleaning and care can damage the soft top or cause leaks. In this case contact an a dry cloth authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, to have the abrasive products soft top inspected. solvents Remove bird droppings immediately. Bird...
Page 301 If you intend to park your vehicle for an Do not clean the soft top with: extended period of time, observe the fol- gasoline or benzine lowing: thinner tar or stain remover other organic solvents Do not choose final hot-wax conservation when taking the vehicle to an automatic car wash.
Page 302: Practical Hints
Practical hints What to do if ... Where will I find ...? Unlocking in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Towing the vehicle Fuses...
Page 304: What To Do If
® If the ESP Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Read and observe additional messages in the multifunction display ( page 319). ® is not operational due to a Continue driving with added caution.
Page 305 Problem Possible cause/consequence ® The yellow ABS/ESP warn- Risk of accident! ing lamp flashes while The ESP driving. come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. The cruise control is deactivated. Suggested solutions When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 306 ® Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display ( page 319).
Page 307 Release the parking brake ( page 49). Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so and contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
Page 308 Suggested solutions Have the vehicle checked as soon as possi- ble by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. An on-board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system. It allows the accu-...
Page 309 What to do if ... Suggested solution Check the fuel filler cap ( page 247). If it is not closed properly: Close the fuel filler cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 310 Turn off the engine, get out of ing so may cause serious engine damage which the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited until the engine has cooled down. Warranty.
Page 311 Practical hints What to do if ... Suggested solutions Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Shift to the next higher gear. Otherwise the fuel supply will be interrupted to prevent the engine from overrevving. Refuel at the nearest gas station ( page 247).
Page 312 Practical hints What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence < The red seat belt telltale comes The telltale reminds you and your passenger on for a maximum of 6 seconds to fasten your seat belts before driving off. after starting the engine. <...
Page 313 Problem Possible cause/consequence < During driving the red seat belt The vehicle’s speed once exceeds 15 mph telltale flashes and you addition- (25 km/h) and you and/or your passenger ally hear an intermittent warning have forgotten to fasten your seat belts. chime with increasing intensity.
Page 314 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immedi- ately to have the system checked, otherwise the SRS may not be deployed when needed in an accident, which could result in serious...
Page 315 Read and observe messages in the multifunction display. Have the TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied, the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after a few minutes of driving.
Page 316 Practical hints What to do if ... Warning! Each tire should be checked every other week when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle man- ufacturer on the Tire and Loading Informa- tion placard on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 269) or, if available, the tire infla- tion pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
Page 317: Lamp In Center Console
Practical hints What to do if ... Suggested solution Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps ( page 324).
Page 318 If the passenger front air bag off indi- cator lamp remains out, have the sys- tem checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the pas- senger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 319: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display
Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury.
Page 320 If you must continue to drive, do so with divided into two sections: added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Switching on the ignition causes all instru- Text messages ( page 321) Symbol messages ( page 332)
Page 321 ABS, the ESP , and the BAS available. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. Practical hints What to do if ...
Page 322 Have the system checked at an authorized The BAS is also deactivated. Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The electro-hydraulic brake system Failure to follow these instructions increases is still functioning normally but with- the risk of an accident.
Page 323 The ESP has detected a malfunc- Have the system checked at an authorized tion and switched off. Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The ABS may not be operational. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 324 Practical hints What to do if ... Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The passenger front air bag and Front Passeng. Enabled Airbag See Oper. Manual the passenger knee air bag are activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the pas- senger seat, or the passenger...
Page 325 If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. small individuals use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 326 Practical hints What to do if ... Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The passenger front air bag is Front Passeng. Disabled Airbag See Oper. Manual deactivated while driving even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the passenger seat.
Page 327 OCS ( page 67), the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 328 Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Devices (ETDs) could deploy unex- pectedly or fail to activate in an acci- dent. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immedi- unexpectedly and unnecessarily which ately to have the system checked; otherwise could result in an accident and/or injury to the SRS may not be deployed when needed you or to others.
Page 329 Practical hints What to do if ... Drive the vehicle for a few minutes. Have the TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the TPMS checked by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have appropriate wheel sensors in- stalled by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 330 TPMS source. automatically becomes active again after a few minutes driving. Have the TPMS checked by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have appropriate wheel sensors in- stalled by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 331 The transmission is in neutral although the gear selector lever is not. Practical hints What to do if ... Drive with added caution and have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Move the gear selector lever to neutral position N.
Page 332: Symbol Messages
The stopping distance is increased. If necessary, apply full pressure to the brake pedal. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness.
Page 333 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is in order: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center imme- diately. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. Read and observe additional messages in the multifunction display.
Page 334 Do not drive any further. Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking the wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Call for Roadside Assistance. If necessary, apply full pressure to the brake A tow bar must be used if circumstances do pedal.
Page 335 There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir. Do not drive any further. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. If you find that the brake fluid in the brake Practical hints What to do if ...
Page 336 Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking the travel is longer. The stop- wheels with wheel chocks or other sizeable objects. ping distance is in- Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. creased. If necessary, apply full pressure to the brake pedal.
Page 337 Left display Right display (USA only) Reduced Brake Effect (Canada only) Start Engine Increased Stopping Distance Start Engine Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death.
Page 338 Warning! Overheating of the brake system will short- en the service life of the brake disks. The brake disks could fail. Have the brake disks checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Possible cause/ Possible solution consequence The brake system is overheated Relieve the load on the brake system.
Page 339 Con- released. tact your Mercedes-Benz Center for further information. The electro-hydraulic brake Failure to deactivate the system prior to system must be deactivated prior to working maintenance will cause brake pistons to on the system.
Page 340 Add coolant ( page 255). Comply with all warnings while doing so. If you have to add coolant frequently, have the cooling system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instru- ment cluster ( page 29).
Page 341 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Wait for the message to disappear before restarting the engine. Doing otherwise could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited War- ranty. (Continued on next page)
Page 342 Doing so may cause serious engine damage You could be seriously burned. which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by open- ing the hood.
Page 343 The differential warning should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious rear differential damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Practical hints What to do if ... Possible solution Stop your vehicle immediately in a safe location.
Page 344 The engine oil level warning should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol displayed could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Possible solution Have the electronic systems checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
Page 345 Close the fuel filler cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Enter the PIN for your SIM card. Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Have the SmartKey checked. Contact an authorized...
Page 346 High Beam The right high-beam lamp is Right malfunctioning. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 347 What to do if ... Possible solution Have the LEDs replaced as soon as possible. Have the LEDs replaced as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 348 Front Right malfunctioning. An auxiliary Auxiliary Bulb On bulb is being used. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Page 349 SmartKey. The parking lamps remain switched Practical hints What to do if ... Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 350 Rear Right is malfunctioning. An auxiliary Auxiliary Bulb On bulb is being used. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 351 Roadside Assistance. If tire cannot be temporarily repaired using TIREFIT, contact Roadside Assistance. Have the damaged wheel repaired or replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic situation around you.
Page 352 Practical hints What to do if ... Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire.
Page 353 Left display Right display Possible cause/ consequence < Driver You have forgotten to fasten Fasten Seat Belt your seat belt. Passenger Your passenger has forgotten Fasten Seat Belt to fasten seat belt. You are driving with the hood open. You are attempting to drive with one or more doors open.
Page 354 Possible solution Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Add washer fluid ( page 257). of total Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 355 Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- quence The soft top could not be Not Open / Closed locked after opening it. Completely The soft top was not locked af- ter closing it. Practical hints What to do if ... Possible solution Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 356: Where Will I Find
Practical hints Where will I find ...? First aid kit TIREFIT kit, electric air pump, towing eye bolt and vehicle literature portfolio The first aid kit is located on the right-hand side in the trunk. The TIREFIT kit, the electric air pump, the vehicle literature portfolio and the towing eye bolt are located on the right-hand side underneath the floor in the trunk.
Page 357: Unlocking In An Emergency
Unlocking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle Unlocking the trunk If you cannot unlock the trunk with the SmartKey, open the trunk with the mechanical key. Unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system when the door is opened.
Page 358 Unlock the trunk ( page 357). Pull emergency release catch 1. The door is unlocked. If it still is not possible to unlock the door, pull more firmly on the emergency release catch. Open the door in the normal way. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 359: Replacing Smartkey Batteries
SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate ma- both batteries. The required replacement batter- terial, which may require special handling ies are available at any Mercedes-Benz Center. and regard for the environment. Check with your local government’s disposal guidelines. California residents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/Per-...
Page 360 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries 1 Mechanical key 5 Battery 2 Unlocking the battery compartment 6 Contact spring 3 Removing the battery compartment 4 Slide Insert mechanical key 1 in side opening, push gray slide 4 in direction of arrow 2. The battery compartment is unlatched.
Page 361: Replacing Bulbs
See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. Do not replace the LEDs or bulbs yourself. Substitute bulbs will be brought into use when lamps malfunction.
Page 362: Front Lamps
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front lamps 1 Additional turn signal 2 Turn signal 3 Side marker lamp 4 Parking lamp 5 Low- and high-beam 6 High-beam flasher 7 Front fog lamp Rear lamps Lamp Type Lamp 8 Brake/parking lamp LEDs 9 Turn signal lamp PY 21 W a Side marker lamp...
Page 363: Replacing Wiper Blades
Replacing wiper blades Removing wiper blades Warning! could tear. For safety reasons, remove SmartKey from starter switch before replacing a wiper blade. Otherwise the motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury. Warning! Wiper blades are components that are sub- ject to wear and tear.
Page 364: Installing Wiper Blades
Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on have this work carried out by an authorized the windshield. Make sure you hold on Mercedes-Benz Center. to the wiper when folding the wiper arm back. Hold on to the wiper when folding the wiper...
Page 365: Flat Tire
The vehicle is equipped with the TIREFIT kit. do so. A wheel change should only be carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Other- wise there is a danger of damaging the vehicle by jacking it up incorrectly. Sealing tires with TIREFIT...
Page 366 Practical hints Flat tire Two-part sticker 1 Sticker for instrument cluster 2 Sticker for wheel Attach sticker part 1 where it will be easily seen by the driver on the instru- ment cluster. Attach sticker part 2 to the damaged tire (close to the valve).
Page 367 Screw the air pump’s air hose 5 onto flange 6 of the TIREFIT container. Stick TIREFIT container 1 upside down into notch 3 of the electric air pump. 7 Tire valve than 8 minutes without interruption. Otherwise it 8 Electric air pump switch may overheat.
Page 368 In this case, TIREFIT cannot properly seal the tire. Do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. After attaining a tire inflation pressure of 26 psi (1.8 bar), press 0 on electric air pump switch 8.
Page 369 B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Practical hints Flat tire Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to obtain a new TIREFIT kit. Bring used TIREFIT materials to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper disposal.
Page 370: Batteries
Failure to follow these instructions can Only use the battery charge unit tested and ap- result in severe injury or death. proved by Mercedes-Benz for use on the SLR to charge the battery or maintain the battery Never lean over batteries while connecting, charge.
Page 371: Charging The Batteries
SmartKey in the starter switch the vehicle unless the battery charge unit the gear selector lever will remain approved by Mercedes-Benz (supplied with locked in park position P your vehicle) is being used. Gases may es- cape during charging and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
Page 372 Using the charging point Only use the battery charge unit approved The charging point for the battery charger by Mercedes-Benz and supplied with your is located next to the CD-changer on the vehicle. This charger is designed to auto- left-hand side in the trunk.
Page 373: Towing The Vehicle
Towing the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground, the gear selector lever must be in neutral position N and the SmartKey must be in the ground using flatbed or appropriate starter switch position 2.
Page 374: Towing The Vehicle
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Warning! using the properly installed towing eye bolt. Never attach tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to The brake system requires electrical power the vehicle chassis, frame or suspension parts. to operate. A malfunction in the vehicle’s power supply hazard warning flasher in use, turn SmartKey in or electrical system may impair brake sys- starter switch to position 2 and activate the...
Page 375: Installing/Reinstalling Towing Eye Bolt
Installing/reinstalling towing eye bolt Only secure the tow bar to the towing eye bolt. The vehicle could otherwise be damaged. Points to bear in mind Take the towing eye bolt 1 from its storage compartment ( page 356). Your vehicle is equipped with a front towing eye bolt only ( page 375).
Page 376: Fuses
Practical hints Fuses You must not change the fuses yourself, as you could damage the vehicle electrical systems. Have fuses changed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 378: Technical Data
Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Page 380: Parts Service
Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should be installed. Do not use non-genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz. Doing so could damage the vehicle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Also, it could compromise the vehicle’s durability or safety.
Page 381: Warranty Coverage
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of Replacement parts and accessories are the warranties printed in the Service and covered by the Mercedes-Benz Spare Parts Warranty Information booklet. Any autho- and Accessories warranties, copies of rized Mercedes-Benz Center will exchange...
Page 382: Identification Labels
Technical data Identification labels 1 Vehicle certification label with Vehicle 3 Vehicle Identification Number Identification Number 2 Product option code plate with paint number The vehicle certification plate with the Ve- hicle Identification Number and the vehicle identification plate (certification plate) with the paint number are located on the A-pillar on the driver’s side.
Page 383: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive Layout of poly-V-belt drive The SLR has two poly-V-belts (belt one shown in purple/belt two shown in black). 1 Idler pulley 2 Automatic belt tensioner 3 Power steering pump 4 Air conditioning compressor 5 Idler pulley 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator (alternator)
Page 384: Engine
Firing order Poly-V-belt The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster (199.476)
Page 385: Rims And Tires
For safety reasons, only use tires and rims which have been tested and approved by proved by Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental Mercedes-Benz for use on SLR vehicles. Tires effects, such as approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed to provide best possible performance in conjunc- tion with the driving safety systems on your ®...
Page 386: Mixed Size Tires
Must not be used with snow chains. Only use Michelin tires of the sizes and types noted above. They are the only tires approved for use on the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster. Use of tires not specially ap- proved for the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster could result in unanticipated perfor- mance characteristics.
Page 387 Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S: Multi-spoke rims in forged aluminum Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 9 J x 19 Wheel offset 1.83 in (46.5 mm) Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 255/35 ZR19 (96Y) XL Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 1.73 in (44 mm)
Page 388: Winter Tires
Technical data Rims and tires Winter tires* Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster: Turbine-style Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 9 J x 19 Wheel offset 1.83 in (46.5 mm) Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 255/35 R19 (96V) M+S. Rear axle: Rims (light alloy)
Page 389 Only Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S: Turbine-style Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 9 J x 19 Wheel offset 1.83 in (46.5 mm) Tires (radial-ply tires) 255/35 R19 96V XL M+S. Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) 9 J x 19 Wheel offset 1.83 in (46.5 mm)
Page 390: Electrical System
Generator (alternator) Starter motor Battery Starter battery Battery for electrical consumers Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster Roadster 722 S 14 V/150 A 14 V/150 A 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/1.7 kW 12 V/35 Ah...
Page 391: Main Dimensions
64.5 in (1638 mm) Track, rear 61.8 in (1569 mm) Technical data Main dimensions Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S 183.3 in (4656 mm) 75.1 in (1908 mm) 111.7 in (2838 mm) 50.0 in (1271 mm) 80.1 in (2035 mm) 62.6 in (1589 mm)
Page 392: Weights
Technical data Weights Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster Trunk load max. 165 lb (75 kg) Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S 165 lb (75 kg)
Page 393: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. For information on tested and approved products, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Engine with oil filter Automatic transmission Rear axle Power steering Brake system Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Page 394 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Cooling system Low temperature cooling system Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S Fuel tank including a reserve of Air conditioning system Hydraulic system for soft top Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”...
Page 395: Approved Engine Oils
Maintenance System will our service intervals. Therefore, only use result in engine or emission control system dam- approved engine oils and oil filters age not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited required for vehicles with Maintenance Warranty. System.
Page 396: Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Never use R12 (CFC) or mineral-based lubricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system will occur. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center will provide you with additional information. Premium unleaded gasoline Warning!
Page 397: Fuel Requirements
A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build-up caused The octane number (posted at the by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz recommends pump) must be 91 min. It is an average only the use of quality gasoline containing of both the Research Octane Number...
Page 398: Coolants
MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not separately from each other, could cause engine covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty...
Page 399 Therefore, do not satisfied by normal drinking water. If you use more than this amount of are not sure about the water quality, con- anticorrosion/antifreeze. sult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Page 400 Main cooling system Low temperature cooling system Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S 3.2 US qt (3.0 l) Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked.
Page 401: Windshield Washer System And Head- Lamp Cleaning System
Windshield washer system and head- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid lamp cleaning system mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point, use Both the windshield washer system and MB Windshield Washer Concentrate headlamp cleaning system are supplied “MB SummerFit” and water: from the windshield washer reservoir.
Page 402: Technical Terms
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Page 403 Control system The control system is used to call up (Customer Assistance Center) vehicle information and to change Mercedes-Benz customer service cen- component settings. Information and ter, which can help you with any ques- messages appear in the multifunction tions about your vehicle and provide display.
Page 404 Technical terms Cruise control Driving convenience system for auto- matically maintaining the vehicle speed set by the driver. Curb weight ( page 286) (Department of Transportation) ( page 287) Engine number The number set by the manufacturer GAWR and placed on the cylinder block to uniquely identify each engine produced.
Page 405 ANTI-KNOCK INDEX. engine speed range, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not Two display fields in the instrument covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited cluster used to present information Warranty. provided by the control system. Poly-V-belt drive...
Page 406 Technical terms Power train Recommended tire inflation pressure Collective term designating all compo- nents used to generate and transmit REST motive power to the drive axles, including engine clutch/torque converter transmission transfer case drive shaft differential axle shafts/axles Production options weight ( page 287) Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic trans-...
Page 407 Tele Aid (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three Tire load rating types of response: automatic and manual emergency, Roadside Tire ply composition and material used Assistance and Information. Tele Aid is initially activated by completing a subscriber agreement and placing an Tire speed rating acquaintance call.
Page 408: Index
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Page 409 ABS 82, 403 Air conditioning system see Automatic cli- Indicator lamp 29, 306 Messages in the multifunction Air distribution 189, 190 display 321, 322 Air pressure 286 ® ABS/ESP Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Warning lamp 29, 304 Air recirculation mode 193 Accelerator position, automatic Air vents 185 transmission 173...
Page 410 Index Auto-dimming, Interior rear view Automatic lighting control, Interior mirror 181 Automatic car wash 298 Automatic transmission 169 Automatic central locking, Control system 104, 139 Automatic climate control 184 Adjusting air volume 191 Air conditioning refrigerant 396 Air conditioning, Cooling 194 Air distribution 189, 190 Air recirculation mode 193 Air vents 185...
Page 411 ® Bluetooth interface 213 Break-in period 234 Storage location 210 Bulbs Body surface 297 Brake Electro-hydraulic brake system 87 Brake Assist System see BAS Brake disks CAC 403 Wear 239 California retail buyers and lessees, impor- Brake fluid 393, 396 Checking 249 Call priority, Tele Aid 220 Messages in the multifunction...
Page 412 Index Combination switch 27, 51, 110 Control and operation of radio transmitters 244 Control system 117, 403 Multifunction display 117 Multifunction steering wheel 118 Control system menus 120 722 S menu 123 AUDIO menu 127 Settings menu 129 Courtesy lighting 113 Standard display menu 122 Cruise control 27, 205, 404 TEL menu 141...
Page 413 Vehicle status messages 128, 319 Distance to empty 140 Distance to empty (range), Trip computer 140 Door Control panel 34 Entry lamps 112 Handle, Inside 34 Driving safety systems 82 Handle, Outside 39 Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 39, 98 Message in the multifunction display 353 Opening from inside/outside 39, Driving systems...
Page 414 Preparing the vehicle 365 Consumption 253 TIREFIT kit 365 Filler neck 253 Floormats* 227 Message in the multifunction Floormats* (Only Mercedes-Benz SLR display 344 McLaren 722 S) 228 Recommended engine oils and oil Fluids filter 395 Automatic transmission fluid 254,...
Page 415 Fuel 247 Additives 397 Capacity, Fuel tank 394 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 393 Consumption statistics 139, 140 Fuses 376 Filler flap 247 Filling the tank 247 Garage door opener 221 Fuel reserve warning lamp 29, 311 Gasoline see Fuel Gauge 29 GAWR 287 Premium unleaded gasoline 247, Gear range...
Page 416 Index Low beam 107 Messages in the multifunction Identification labels 382 display 346 Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) 382 Replacing bulbs 361 Ignition 40 Switch 51, 106 Immobilizer 93 Head-thorax air bag 67, 404 Indicator lamps see Lamps, Indicator and High performance driving 239 High-beam flasher 51, 110 Infant and child restraint systems see Chil- Replacing bulbs 361...
Page 417 Unlocking, Trunk 100 Kickdown 173, 405 Kilopascal 287 Knee air bags 66 Labels Certification 382 Emission control label 382 Lamps Exterior 361 Lamps, exterior Messages in the multifunction display 346 Lamps, indicator and warning Language, Setting 133 ABS 29, 306 License plate lamp ®...
Page 418 Index Low-beam headlamps 106, 107 Messages (on-board computer) Messages in the multifunction display 348 Messages in display see Multifunction dis- Replacing bulbs 361 Switching on 51 Microphone, Hands-free 33 Lubricants 393 Mirrors 181 Main odometer 29 Maintenance 294, 370 Calling up service indicator 296 Mobile phone Resetting service indicator 296 Service indicator 294...
Page 419 Telephone 345 Tires 351 Trunk lid 353 Washer fluid 354 Multifunction steering wheel 30, 118, Button operation 118 OCS 67, 405 Octane number 406 Net, parcel 210 Odometer Neutral gear position, Automatic transmission 169 Night security illumination 109, 136 Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level Normal occupant weight 287 Oil see Engine oil Number, Vehicle Identification...
Page 420 Index Messages in the multifunction display 324–327 Product information 13 Passenger front air bag off indicator Production options weight 287 lamp 70, 317 Program mode selector switch, Automatic Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 235 PSI 288 Performance enhancement system, Push starting 370 Airbrake 90 Phone see Telephone...
Page 421 Roof rack 230 Self-test Roof see Soft top Safety Service and warranty information 14 Driving safety systems 82 Service intervals see Service indicator Occupant 60 Service life Reporting defects 22 Safety belts see Seat belts Seat belt force limiter 75 Service see Maintenance Seat belts 60 Service, Parts 380...
Page 422 Index Cruise control 207 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 221 Speed settings Storage compartment Cruise control 208 Speedometer 29 Storage compartments 209 SRS 60, 406 Indicator lamp 29, 314 Messages in the multifunction display 328 Storage location Standing lamps 106 Standing water, Driving trough 243 Storing tires 262 Start button 48 Submenus see Control system submenus...
Page 423 Emergency calls 216 Temperature Hands-free microphone 33 Information 219 Initiating an emergency call manually 217 Messages in the multifunction Tether attachment points, see Children in display 354 Remote door unlock 220 Tightening torque, Wheel bolts 290, 291, Roadside Assistance 218 SOS button 217 Time 133 Stolen Vehicle Recovery...
Page 424 Index Rotation 289 Towing 373 Service life 261 Size designation 277 Towing eye bolt 356 Sizes 386 Snow chains 293 Traction 86, 175, 241, 288 Speed rating 242, 277, 279, 288 Transmission gear selector lever see Gear Storing 262 Temperature 269, 285 Transmission see Automatic transmission Transporting the vehicle 375 Terminology 286...
Page 425 Dimensions 391 Locking/unlocking 39, 57, 98, 105 Warning lamps see Lamps, Indicator and Modifications and alterations, Operat- ing safety 20 Warning sounds Towing 373 Transporting 375 Unlocking in an emergency 357 Vehicle care 297 Warranty coverage 14, 381 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Vehicle Identification Number see VIN Vehicle lighting 249 Washer reservoir level 257...
Page 426 If you have any questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Mercedes-Benz 2009 SLR McLaren Roadster Operator's Manual

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Controls in Detail

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Technical Data

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