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  • Page 1 Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual S 320 S 420 S 500...

  • Page 2: Product Information

    Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

  • Page 3: Operator's Manual

    Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle.
  • Page 4 Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle.
  • Page 5 If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or write to:...
  • Page 6 We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator's Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.
  • Page 7 We recommend to select positions "3" or "2"only at moderate speeds (for hill driving). After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum Maintenance We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet. Radio Transmitters Warning! Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Trunk Rear Window Sunshade Power window and sliding/Pop-Up roof Rear Window Defroster Product information Power closing assist for door and trunk lid Trunk Lid Release switch Operator's manual Anti-Theft Alarm System Instrument Lamps Consumer Information Power Seats, Front Display Illumination Problems with your vehicle Multicontour Backrest Trip Odometer...
  • Page 9 Low Windshield and Headlamp Trunk Lamp Rear Seat Cushion MERCEDES-BENZ Spare Part Service Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp Spare Wheel, Lug Wrench Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp First Aid Kit Seat Belt and Lock Warning Lamp Stowing Things in the Vehicle 100 Technical Data.

  • Page 10: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see specified pages Adjustable air outlet Storage/eyeglasses compartment Exterior lamp switch Lock for storage/eyeglasses compartment and eye glove Parking brake release Glove box (illuminated with key in steering lock position 2) Hood lock release Rear window defroster switch Parking brake pedal Activated charcoal filter switch...

  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). See Index Trip odometer. See Index Coolant temperature gauge. See Index Main odometer. See Index Fuel consumption gauge. See Index Outside temperature indicator. See Index Engine oil pressure gauge (bar) with warning lamp (red). Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) See Index See Index Left turn signal indicator lamp (green).

  • Page 13: Indicator Lamp Symbols

    Indicator Lamp Symbols Function Indicator Lamp High beam Battery not being charged properly. See Index. Warning Lamp Exterior lamp failure. See Index. (should go out with the engine running unless) ASR or ETS Adjust driving to road condition. See ADS malfunction. See Index Index Fluid level for windshield and headlamp washer ASR malfunction.

  • Page 14: Catalytic Converter

    Caution! Warning! To prevent damage to the catalytic As with any vehicle, do not idle, park Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped converters, use only premium unleaded or operate this vehicle in areas where with monolithic type catalytic converters, gasoline in this vehicle.

  • Page 15: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    (e.g. after hard driving on mountain heater be installed. Your authorized roads), do not shut off the engine MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise immediately, but allow it to run for 1 - 2 you on this subject. minutes at increased idle speed with...

  • Page 16: Driving Instructions

    After hard braking, it is advisable to maintenance. drive on for some time, rather than All checks and maintenance work on immediately parking, so the air stream the brake system should be carried out will cool down the brakes faster. by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
  • Page 17 Warning! Aquaplaning Do not allow your tires to wear down Depending on the depth of the water too far. With less than 3 mm (1/8 in) layer on the road, aquaplaning may of tread, the adhesion properties on a occur, even at low speeds and with new wet road are sharply reduced.
  • Page 18 Tire Traction Tire Speed Rating Parking The safe speed on a wet, snow covered Your vehicle is factory equipped with Warning! or icy road is always lower than on a "H"-rated tires, which have a European dry road. speed rating of 130 mph (210 km/h). An To reduce the risk of personal injury electronic speed limiter prevents your as a result of vehicle movement,...
  • Page 19 Winter Driving Instructions If the vehicle is parked after being Passenger Compartment driven on salt treated roads, the braking The most important rule for slippery or efficiency should be tested as soon as Warning! icy roads is to drive sensibly and to possible after driving is resumed while avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and observing the safety rules in the...
  • Page 21 Operation...

  • Page 22: Air Outlets

    Air Outlets 5 Left center air outlet, Dust Filter adjustable 1 Air volume control 6 Right center air outlet, Dust particles (down to a certain size) for left air outlet, adjustable and pollen are filtered out before turn left to open 7 Side air outlet, left and right, outside air enters the passenger 2 Air volume control...

  • Page 23: Automatic Climate Control

    Automatic Climate Control 5 Defrost Right side passenger compartment: Left side passenger compartment: 6 Residual engine heat utilization 12 Temperature selector 1 Temperature selector 7 Air recirculation 13 Temperature display 2 Temperature display 8 Air volume selector 14 Automatic mode 3 Automatic mode 9 Economy 15 Air distribution buttons...
  • Page 24 The temperature selected with the 1, 12 Temperature Selector Note: temperature selector is reached as quickly as possible. The desired interior temperature can be If the Automatic Climate Control is in selected separately for the left and right the "Diagnosis Mode", turn key in The temperature selector should be left side of the passenger compartment.
  • Page 25 6 Residual Engine Heat The system will automatically shut off The system will automatically Utilization switch from recirculated air to fresh • after approx. 30 minutes, air if button is pressed With the engine switched off, it is • if the engine coolant temperature possible to continue heating the interior drops below 122°F (50 °C), •...

  • Page 26: Rear Passenger Compartment Adjustable Air Outlet

    8 Air Volume Selector 11 Off The air volume is automatically The fresh air supply to the car interior regulated in is shut off. AUTO = Normal setting and all intermediate positions, except While driving, use this setting only when selecting temporarily, otherwise the windshield = minimum air flow, MAX could fog up.

  • Page 27: Climate Control

    4 Adjustable air outlet, left side 5 Adjustable air outlet, right side 6 Air distribution slide Top position: air flow from air outlets (4 and 5). Bottom position: air flow from air outlets beneath front seats. Intermediate positions can be selected for a mixed air flow.

  • Page 28: Car Keys

    The transmitter for the infrared remote Mercedes-Benz dealer. control is located in the key holder, the The flat key fits all locks on the car. receivers are located in the door...

  • Page 29: Infrared Remote Control

    Infrared Remote Control Starter Lock-Out Important! Locking the vehicle activates the starter lock-out. The engine can only be started, if the vehicle was unlocked from the outside. Transmit button Receiver in door handle Transmitter eye and battery check Unlocking: The vehicle can be centrally locked and unlocked, as well as the windows and Aim transmitter eye (2) at a receiver sliding roof closed with infrared remote...
  • Page 30 Locking: Notes: Aim transmitter eye (2) at a receiver If a door or the trunk is not properly (3) and press transmit button (1). closed after you attempt to lock the Distance to receiver max. 20 ft (6 m). vehicle by remote control, the red indicator lamps will continue to blink The red indicator lamp on the receiver (max.
  • Page 31 Closing Windows and Sliding/ Pop- Warning! Note: Up Roof from Outside Never close the windows or If the side windows and sliding/ pop-up Continue to press transmit button (1) sliding/pop-up roof if there is the roof cannot be opened automatically by after locking car.

  • Page 32: Central Locking System

    Central Locking System Starter Lock-Out Doors The entire vehicle may be locked or Important! 1 Opening - pull handle unlocked by either using the master 2 Unlocking key in the door or trunk locks, or Locking the vehicle activates the starter 3 Locking central locking switch located in center lock-out.

  • Page 33: Trunk

    When you lock the car, all door lock Important! buttons should move down. If any one stays up, the respective door is not Separately locking the trunk with a key properly closed. will activate the starter lockout, even if a front door is left ajar. To be able to You should then unlock the car, open start the engine, first close the door.

  • Page 34: Power Window And Sliding/Pop-Up Roof

    Warning! Never close the windows or siding/pop-up roof if there is the possiblity of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. In case the closing procedure causes potential danger, the closing procedure can be immediately reversed by turning the key to the unlocking position (3) within 10 seconds.

  • Page 35: Power Closing Assist For Door And Trunk Lid

    Power Closing Assist for Doors and Note: Warning! Trunk Lid If the trunk lid does not close, refer to To prevent possible personal injury, The doors and trunk lid close Trunk Lid, Manual Closing in Index. always keep hands and fingers away automatically if: from the door or trunk opening when closing a door or the trunk...

  • Page 36: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately 150 seconds in the form of blinking The anti-theft alarm is automatically exterior lamps. At the same time an armed or disarmed with any of your alarm horn will sound intermittently vehicle's keys or infrared remote for 60 seconds, pause for 30 seconds, control by locking or unlocking either and repeat for another 60 seconds.

  • Page 37: Power Seats, Front

    Warning! Power Seats, Front Never close the windows or siding/pop-up roof if there is the Warning! possibility of anyone being harmed Do not adjust the driver's seat while by the closing procedure. driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to In case the closing procedure causes lose control of the vehicle.
  • Page 38 Storing seat/head restraint/ steering Recalling seat/head restraint/ steering wheel/exterior and inside rear view wheel/exterior and inside rear view mirror positions in memory: mirror positions stored in memory: Three sets of seat/head restraint/ To recall a seat/head restraint/ steering wheel/exterior and inside rear steering wheel/exterior and inside rear view mirror positions may be view mirror position, push and hold...
  • Page 39 Important! Prior to operating the vehicle, the Fasten seat belts. Infants and small driver should adjust the seat height for children should be seated in a properly Bring seat backrest to upright position proper vision as well as fore/aft secured restraint system that complies before recalling a stored seat/head placement and seat back angle to insure with U.S.

  • Page 40: Multicontour Backrest

    The amount of cushion height and curvature may be adjusted after turning the key in steering lock to position 2. The center section (2) can be selected together with bottom section (1) or top section (3). The inflation pressure of the air cushion can be continuously varied between position "0"...

  • Page 41: Heated Seats

    The front seat heaters can be switched Note: on with the key in steering lock positions 1 or 2, the rear seat heaters When in operation, the seat heater only in steering lock position 2. consumes a large amount of power. It Press switch to turn on heater: is advisable not to use the seat heater longer than necessary.
  • Page 42 Warning! The armrest does not suffice as a child restraint system. In case of a frontal collision a child can be catapulted forward over the locked armrest. Infants and small children should always be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U.S.

  • Page 43: Power Seats, Rear

    Power Seats, Rear The seats can be adjusted using the slide switches located in either of the rear doors. Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with the driver's or front passenger's door open, the power seats can also be operated with the key removed or in steering lock position 0).

  • Page 44: Head Restraints, Rear

    Armrest with Integrated Storage Head Restraints, Rear Placing head restraints upright: Compartment (Rear Bench Seat) (Vehicles without rear power seats) Pull head restraint forward by its strap until it locks in position. Pull down the armrest by its strap. Turn key in steering lock to Inclination of head restraints: Before storing the armrest in the position 1 or 2.

  • Page 45: Power Head Restraints, Rear

    Switch on center console Switches in rear doors Inclination of head restraints: The head restraint inclination can be Power Head Restraints, Rear Switch in center console: adjusted manually. Turn key in steering lock to position 1 Both head restraints together can be Important! or 2 (with the driver's or front placed in either upright or fold-down...

  • Page 46: Adjustable Steering Wheel

    Adjustable Steering Wheel Note: Turn key in steering lock to position 1 The steering wheel position can be or 2 (with the driver's or front stored in memory together with the passenger's door open, the steering seat/head restraint/exterior and inside wheel can also be operated with the rear view mirror positions, see Index.

  • Page 47: Seat Belts And Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)

    Seat Belts and Supplemental Warning! Seat Belt Warning System Restraint System (SRS) Never ride in a moving vehicle with With the key in steering lock position Your vehicle is equipped with lap- the seat back reclined. Sitting in an 2, a warning sounds for a short time if shoulder seat belts, emergency excessively reclined position can be the driver's seat belt is not fastened.
  • Page 48 For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or seat back into positions which could affect the correct seat belt position. Unfastening of Seat Belts Push the release button (3) in the belt buckle (2). Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate (1).
  • Page 49 Warning! That would increase the chance of Pregnant women should also use • head and neck injuries. The belt a lap-shoulder belt. The lap belt USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. would also apply too much force portion should be positioned as to the ribs or abdomen, which low as possible on the hips to •...

  • Page 50: Emergency Tensioning Retractor (Etr)

    • According to accident statistics, Supplemental Restraint System Emergency Tensioning children are safer when properly (SRS) Retractor (ETR) restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating The SRS uses two crash severity levels The seat belts are equipped with positions.

  • Page 51: Airbag

    Airbags The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the three point seat belt. In some cases, however, the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag. The driver airbag (1) is located in the steering wheel hub.
  • Page 52 Initially, when the key is turned from authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer angled impacts (within the shaded steering lock position 0 to positions 1 or immediately to have the system...
  • Page 53 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at that time and replaced when necessary. • Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls.
  • Page 54 Mercedes-Benz dealer. front passenger airbag cover and Mercedes-Benz dealer. installation of additional • Do not pass belts over sharp electrical/electronic equipment on •...
  • Page 55 Consult your A statement by the child restraint occupant and seat belt. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for manufacturer of compliance with this installation of these anchorages. standard can be found on the Children too big for child restraint instruction label on the restraint and in systems should use regular seat belts.

  • Page 56: Steering Lock

    1 Steering is unlocked. Notes: (If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow the key to be turned A warning sounds when the driver's clockwise to position 1.) door is opened with the key in steering Most electrical consumers can be lock position 1 or 0.

  • Page 57: Combination Switch

    6 Press switch briefly: One wipe without washer water (select only if window is wet)Press switch past resistance point: Windshield washer, windshield wiper; headlamp cleaning system (only in exterior lamp switch positions Canada only: also in position when the engine is running) 7 Windshield wiper 0 Wiper off I Intermittent wiping...
  • Page 58 Windshield Wiper Smears Have the system checked at your indicator will come on. authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer If the windshield wiper smears the as soon as possible. windshield, even during rain, activate the washer system as often as necessary.

  • Page 59: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Standing Lamps Parking lamps (also side When the vehicle is parked on the marker lamps, taillamps, street the standing lamps (right or left license plate lamps, side parking lamps) can be turned on, instrument panel lamps) making the vehicle more visible to Canada only: When the passing vehicles.

  • Page 60: Inside And Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    Inside and Exterior Rear View Turn key in steering lock to position Mirrors 2 (with either front door open, the mirror can be operated with key Inside Rear View Mirror removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1). The mirror is electrically adjustable. Turn switch to position Use your inside mirror to determine the To adjust, move the switch forward,...
  • Page 61 Exterior Rear View Mirrors Note: Turn key in steering lock to position 2 The exterior mirrors have electrically (with either front door open, the heated glass. The heater switches on mirrors can be operated with key automatically, depending on outside removed or in steering lock position 0 temperature.
  • Page 62 Exterior Rear View Mirror Folding the mirrors out Multiple Images Turn switch to point rearward. Press This vehicle is equipped with anti- switch forward until the mirrors are fogging dual-pane side windows to folded out. provide extra insulation against heat, cold and noise.

  • Page 63: Sun Visors

    Sun Visors Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Roar seats: Swing sun visors down to protect Front seats: Touch the cover to lower the mirror. against sun glare. The lamp will switch on automatically. With the visor engaged in its inner If sunlight enters through a side mounting, the lamp can be switched Close the cover and the lamp will go window, disengage visor from inner...

  • Page 64: Interior Lighting

    2 Interior Lamps A Interior lamps switched off. B Interior lamps switched on, Rear Courtesy Lamps A Courtesy lamps switched off. B Courtesy lamps switched on. Interior Lighting 5 Reading Lamps, Rear Note: Interior Lamps (Door contact) The lamps are switched on and off The courtesy lamps cannot be individually with a switch in the switched off as long as a rear door is...

  • Page 65: Storage Compartments

    Storage/Eyeglasses Compartment To open: Press button (2). Glove Box The glove box lid is equipped with a container for coins and small accessories. To open: Press button (4). Note: The storage compartments may be locked and unlocked by using the master key in lock (5).

  • Page 66: Ashtrays

    in center console, front in rear doors Lighter Ashtrays To remove ashtray from center Turn key in steering lock to console: position 1 or 2. By touching the top of the cover Push in lighter (1); it will pop out lightly, the ashtray opens automatically.

  • Page 67: Sliding Roof With Rear Pop-Up Feature

    Glass Sliding Roof with Rear Pop-Up Feature An additional screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When sliding the roof open, the screen will also retract. Warning! When closing the sliding roof, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.

  • Page 68: Power Windows

    Express Opening and Closing Press switch past resistance point and release - window opens or closes completely. To interrupt procedure, briefly press If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure, the window will stop during the last few inches before closure and open slightly.

  • Page 69: Rear Window Sunshade

    Warning! The power windows can also be closed with the key or infrared remote control while locking the vehicle doors or When closing the windows, be sure trunk (see Central Locking System in that there is no danger of anyone Index).

  • Page 70: Rear Window Defroster

    Note: The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear. The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 20 minutes of operation.

  • Page 71: Instrument Lamps

    Instrument Lamps Rotate adjusting knob (1) to vary intensity of instrument lamps. Display Illumination Press adjusting knob to briefly illuminate the display (with key removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1). With exterior lamps switched on the display illumination becomes automatically dim.

  • Page 72: Shelf Below Rear Window

    Shelf below Rear Window Antenna Cellular Telephone Warning! The antenna extends when switching The vehicle is prepared for the on the telephone. installation of a cellular telephone. For The shelf below the rear window further information and installation should not be used to carry objects. Note: contact your authorized Mercedes- This will prevent such objects from...
  • Page 73 Driving...

  • Page 74: Drinking And Driving

    Drinking and Driving Driving Off Warning! Test the brakes briefly after driving off. Drinking and driving can be a very Perform this procedure only when the dangerous combination. Even a small road is clear of other traffic. amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes, perceptions and Warm up the engine smoothly.

  • Page 75: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission the brake until ready to drive. The Accelerator position vehicle may otherwise start creeping The automatic transmission selects when the selector lever is in drive or Partial throttle = early upshifting = individual gears automatically, reverse position. normal acceleration dependent upon Warning! Full throttle = later upshifting =...
  • Page 76 The parking lock is an additional damage that is not covered by the safeguard to the parking brake Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. During the brief warm-up period this when parking the vehicle. Engage delayed upshift and increased engine only with the car stopped.
  • Page 77 The delayed upshift is effective with To prevent the engine from laboring at Stopping vehicle speeds below 31 mph (50 low RPMs, do not allow the engine km/h) at partial throttle and engine speed to drop too low on uphill For brief stops, e.g.
  • Page 78 (e.g. on icy speeds below 40 mph (60 km/h). Selector Lever Positions S 420, S 500 roads, see Winter Driving Instructions in Index). Important!
  • Page 79 Warning! damage to the engine that is not brakes. Accelerate gently and never covered by the Mercedes-Benz abruptly step on the accelerator. Getting out of your car with the Limited Warranty. Refer to Technical selector lever not fully engaged in Data for downshift points.

  • Page 80: Rear Fender Indicator

    Rear Fender Indicators Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator. When the reverse gear is selected, the rear fender indicators will extend Speed is set by briefly pushing the upward from the rear corners of the lever to position 1 or 2.
  • Page 81 • The use of cruise control system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as Caution! can be dangerous on slippery possible. roads. Rapid changes When driving with the cruise control,...

  • Page 82: Charge Indicator Lamp

    Extended continuing to operate the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz dealer. Do not operate driving with the light illuminated could Otherwise, the engine will overheat due the car until the condition is repaired.

  • Page 83: Engine Oil Consumption

    100 kilometers (I/100 km). result in engine damage that is not normal. Frequent driving at high covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited engine speeds results in increased With the engine switched off, the Warranty. consumption.

  • Page 84: Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp

    Doing so may cause serious engine Adaptation to ambient temperature damage which is not covered by the takes place in steps and depends on the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. prevailing driving conditions (stop- and-go or moderate, constant driving) and amount of temperature change.

  • Page 85: Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp

    You can be seriously burned. headlamp washer system is located in covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited the engine compartment next to the Warranty. radiator.

  • Page 86: Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp

    If a brake or turn signal lamp fails, the Have the brake system checked at your lamp failure indicator will come on authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as when applying the brake or actuating soon as possible. the turn signal and stay on until the engine is turned off.

  • Page 87: Brake Warning Lamp

    Brake Warning Lamp Warning! When the minimum mark on the reservoir is reached, have the brake The brake warning lamp will come on Driving with the brake warning system checked for brake pad thickness with the key in steering lock position lamp on can result in an accident.
  • Page 88 ABS is in the Have the system checked at your your hazard warning flashers as regulating mode. authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer appropriate. as soon as possible. On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even with only slight brake pedal pressure.

  • Page 89: Electronic Traction System (Ets)

    In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the electronic traction • while driving, ease up on the system is only achieved with accelerator. Mercedes-Benz recommended M + S radial-ply tires and/or snow chains. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.

  • Page 90: Acceleration Slip Control (Asr)

    If the ASR malfunction indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz recommended M + S comes on with the engine running, a radial-ply tires and/or snow chains. malfunction has been detected.
  • Page 91 ASR Control Switch The ASR warning lamp, located in the speedometer dial, starts to flash at any To improve the vehicle's traction when vehicle speed as soon as the tires lose driving with snow chains, or starting traction and the wheels begin to spin. off in deep snow, sand or gravel, press the upper half of the ASR switch.

  • Page 92: Adaptive Damping System (Ads)

    This setting should be used for system has detected a malfunction. regular driving. We recommend that you visit an Note: authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible to have the system The firm damping program must be checked out. selected again when restarting the engine.

  • Page 93: Emission Control

    An on-board diagnostic connector allows the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the readout of diagnostic trouble codes. Connector location: S 320 - passenger compartment, near the parking brake pedal. S 420, S 500 - engine compartment, on firewall.

  • Page 94: Traveling Abroad

    Add Abroad, there is a widely-spread MB Concentrate "S" to a premixed Use only snow chains that are tested Mercedes-Benz service network at your windshield washer and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. disposal. If you plan to travel into areas...
  • Page 95 Practical Hints...

  • Page 96: Hood

    Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coil, distributor, spark plug sockets, ignition cables, diagnostic...

  • Page 97: Checking Coolant Level

    Adding Coolant. Warning! If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 • Use extreme caution when opening mixture of water and MB the hood if there are any signs of anticorrosion / antifreeze should be steam or coolant leaking from the added.

  • Page 98: Checking Engine Oil Level

    For low engine oil level warning lamp, see Index. S 320 S 420, S 500 Check engine oil level approximately 5 Checking Engine Oil Level minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the oil 1 Oil dipstick pan.
  • Page 99 3 Engage To fill the transmission with fluid, pour in serious transmission damage which it through a fine-mesh filter into the is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Regular automatic transmission fluid dipstick opening. Even the slightest Limited Warranty. level checks are not required. For this impurity may cause operational reason the dipstick opening is sealed.
  • Page 100 Trunk Lamp Spare Wheel, Lug Wrench First Aid Kit 1 Switching off 1 Trunk floor 1 Opening lid 2 Switching on 2 Strap The first aid kit is stored in the shelf 3 Luggage bowl below the rear window. Switch off (1) trunk lamp if the trunk is 4 Lug wrench to remain open for along period of Stowing Things in the Vehicle...

  • Page 101: Vehicle Jack

    Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.
  • Page 102 See your retightened after approx. 60-300 miles retaining the same direction of travel. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for (100-500 km). Rotating, however, should be carried further information. out at a mileage of 3000 -6000 miles...
  • Page 103 tire beads. For this reason, check rims to use the jack on level surface. Be for damage at regular intervals. The rim sure that the jack arm is fully flanges must be checked for wear inserted in the jack tube. Always before a tire is mounted.
  • Page 104 5. Remove the protective cover 7. Jack up the vehicle until the wheel 10. Screw the alignment bolt (1) from the jack support tube is clear of the ground. Never start supplied in the tool kit into the opening by inserting a screw engine while vehicle is raised.
  • Page 105 11. Install spare wheel on wheel hub. 13. Fold wrench together and tighten Before storing the jack, the jack arm Insert wheel bolts and tighten them the five bolts evenly, following the must be lowered almost to the base of slightly.
  • Page 106 Tire Inflation Pressure Increased inflation pressures for heavy Warning! loads produce favorable handling A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire characteristics with lighter loads and Do not overinflate tires, inflation pressures specified for are perfectly permissible. The ride of Overinflating tires can result in summer and winter tires as well as for the vehicle, however, will become...
  • Page 107 Battery When removing and connecting the Infrared Remote Control Unit) may battery, always make sure that all contain mercury. The maintenance-free battery is located electrical consumers are off and the in the trunk behind the right-hand cover key is in steering lock position 0. Recycling of batteries is the panel.
  • Page 108 Exterior Lamps Headlamp Assembly 6 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw When replacing bulbs, install only 12 1 Cover for low beam headlamp 7 Scale for horizontal volt bulbs with the specified watt bulb and fog lamp adjustment rating 2 Latch for cover (1) 8 Electrical connector for low 3 Cover for high beam headlamp beam headlamp bulb...
  • Page 109 Replacing bulb: Bulb for low beam HB2 (60/55 W) Bulb for high beam H1 (55 W) Bulb for fog lamp YC (H3) (55 W) When replacing halogen bulbs do not Open hood. touch glass portion of bulb with bare Open hood. hands.
  • Page 110 Turn Signal, Parking, Side Marker and Standing Lamp (2357 NA [28.5/8.3 W/30/2.2 cp] bulb) Open hood. Squeeze latch (1) together and lift complete lamp assembly out to front of vehicle. Twist bulb socket (2) counterclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
  • Page 111 Notes: Horizontal headlamp aim normally never changes and needs readjustment only after repair to the body or a headlamp unit. Therefore, do not turn the horizontal adjustment screw (5), if pins in sight glasses (6) and (8) show the same value. The headlighting system is properly aimed if the appropriate vertical plane is perpendicular to both the...
  • Page 112 Taillamp Assemblies 6 Trunk lamp (10 W bulb) License Plate Lamps 7 Cover (5 W bulb) 1 Turn signal lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) To replace bulbs: Loosen both securing screws (1), 2 Stop, side marker lamp remove lamp and take out bulb. (21/4 W/35/1.2 cp bulb) Open trunk lid.
  • Page 113 High Mounted Stop Lamp Main fuse box in engine compartment Auxiliary fuse box in trunk behind (H2 [20 W] bulb) right side cover Fuses To replace the bulb, press tabs on both Always use a new fuse for sides (arrows) to release cover. Before replacing a blown fuse, replacement.
  • Page 114 Jump Starting Proceed as follows: Important! If the battery is discharged, the engine Position the vehicle with the 3, Clamp one end of the first should be started with jumper cables charged battery so that the jumper cable to the positive and the (12 V) battery of another jumper cables will reach, but (+) terminal of the discharged...
  • Page 115 Important! Warning! Important! 5. Start engine of the vehicle with Never lean over batteries while A discharged battery can freeze at the charged battery and run at connecting or jump starting, approx. + 14°F (-10°C). In that case, it high idle. Then start engine of you might get injured.
  • Page 116 The vehicle may be towed with all Note: wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position "N" for distances up to To signal turns while being towed with 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to hazard warning flasher in use, turn key exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
  • Page 117 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle paint damage. Frequent washing, recommended by Mercedes-Benz however, reduces and/or eliminates the because of the possibility of Warning! aggressiveness and potency of the incompatibility between materials used above adverse in-fluences. in the production process and others Many cleaning products can be applied later.
  • Page 118 Engine Cleaning ventilation intake. Use plenty of water Tar Stains and rinse the sponge and chamois Prior to cleaning the engine frequently. Quickly remove tar stains before they compartment make sure to protect dry and become more difficult to electrical components and connectors Rinse with clear water and thoroughly remove.
  • Page 119 Plastic Parts, Headliner and Rubber Instrument Cluster Leather Upholstery Parts Use a gentle dish-washing detergent or Using aftermarket seat covers or Do not use oil or wax on these parts. mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a wearing clothing that have the tendency See separate subject for additional washing solution.
  • Page 120 Paintwork, Painted Body Light Alloy Wheels Ornamental Moldings Components MB-Autoshampoo should be used for For regular cleaning and care of very MB-Gloss Preserver should be applied regular cleaning of the light alloy dirty chrome-plated parts, use a chrome when water drops on the paint surface wheels.
  • Page 121 Testing Infrared Remote Control Change batteries, inserting new ones Synchronizing System: Checking Batteries: under contact spring (5) with plus (+) side facing up. The system may have to be re- If the transmit button (1) is pressed Press battery cover onto housing until synchronized, if the transmitter is longer than 1 second, the battery locked in place.
  • Page 122 Installation: Push button (1) up for approximately 5 seconds. Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop. Adjust head restraint to the desired position. Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Do not drive the vehicle without the Front Head Restraints Depress release button (2) beneath the seat head restraints.
  • Page 123 Manual Closing of Trunk Lid The trunk l id can be closed manually should a malfunction occur on the power closing system. With the trunk lid open: push sliding switch to position (1), press eye of latch in (2), push sliding switch to position (3). Close trunk lid.
  • Page 124 Note: Do not open engine hood with wiper arms folded forward. Do not allow wiper arms to contact the windshield glass without wiper blades inserted. The glass may be scratched or broken. Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed. An improperly installed blade may cause windshield damage.
  • Page 125 Fold back access cover in left side panel of trunk with a screwdriver. Insert socket wrench (from tool kit) through opening in panel and place on the hex-drive of the electric motor. Turn socket wrench (manually) to open or close roof as desired. To slide the roof closed or to raise the roof at the rear: turn clockwise.
  • Page 126 S 320 S 420, S 500 Use only those roof racks approved Layout of Poly-V-belt Drive 6 Generator (alternator) by Mercedes-Benz to avoid damage to 7 Idler pulley the vehicle. Follow manufacturer's 1 Automatic belt tensioner 8 Power steering pump installation instructions.

  • Page 127: Rear Seat Cushion

    Rear Seat Cushion Spare Parts Service Removal: Push in locking tabs (1) (on All authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers left and right side of seat) and pull up maintain a stock of original spare parts seat at the front. required for maintenance and repair work.
  • Page 129 Technical Data...

  • Page 130: Identification Plates

    Identification Plates When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine numbers. 1 Vehicle Identification No. 2 Certification Tag 3 Identification Tag (lower edge of windshield) 4 Engine No. (S 320 only: front right) 5 Body No. and Paintwork No. 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Tag California version...

  • Page 131: Warranty Coverage

    Should you lose your Owner's Service Service and Warranty Policy Booklet and Warranty Policy Booklet, have and your authorized MERCEDES- your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ BENZ dealer will exchange or repair dealer arrange for a replacement. It will any defective parts in accordance with be mailed to you.

  • Page 132: Technical Data S 320

    Champion C 12 YCC Poly – V belts length 2440 mm Electrode gap 0.8 mm (0.032 in) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 133 Technical Data S 320 Main Dimensions See certification tag S 320 (140.032) Weights Model Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 5213 mm (201.3 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1886 mm ( 74.3 in) Overall height: 1483 mm ( 58.4 in) Wheel base...
  • Page 134 Champion C 12 YCC Poly – V - belts length 2460 mm Electrode gap 0.8 mm (0.032 in) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 135 Technical Data S 420 Weights See certification tag Main Dimensions Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 5213 mm (205.2 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1886 mm ( 74.3 in) Overall height: 1495 mm ( 58.9 in) Wheel base 3140 mm (123.6 in)
  • Page 136 124 mph (200 km/h) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. 3 to 2: 79 mph (127 km/h) See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the 2 to B: 46 mph (74 km/h) corresponding data of all special bodies and special...
  • Page 137 Technical Data S 500 Weights See certification tag Main Dimensions Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 5213 mm (205.2 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1886 mm ( 74.3 in) Overall height: 1482mm ( 58.3in)

  • Page 138: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc

    Fuels , Coolants, Lubricants etc. - Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Engine with oil filter S 320 7.5 l (7.9 US qt)
  • Page 139 15.3 US qt (14.5 l) MB Anticorrosion/antifreeze Cooling system S 420 approx. 16.4 US qt (15.5 l) S 500 Fuel tank approx. 26.4 US gal (100 l) Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted including a reserve of approx. 3.3 US gal (12.5 l)

  • Page 140: Engine Oils

    Damage or malfunctions resulting from in the spring. two persons and no luggage, blending oil additives are not covered • by the Mercedes-Benz Limited It is recommended to use only brake do not exceed of maximum Warranty. fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 141: Fuel Requirements

    A major concern among engine ASTM standard D 439: manufacturers is carbon build up Using mixtures of Ethanol and caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz The octane number (posted at the Methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, recommends to use only quality pump) must be 91min. It is an average...

  • Page 142: Coolants

    The water in the cooling system must time you bring your vehicle to your factory with a coolant providing freeze meet minimum requirements, which are authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for protection to approx. -22 °F (-30 °C) and usually satisfied by normal drinking maintenance service.

  • Page 143: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information and may depart significantly from the tested under controlled conditions on a norm due to variations in driving habits, specified indoor laboratory test wheel. This has been prepared as required of all service practices and differences in road Sustained high temperature can cause manufacturers of passenger cars under characteristics and climate.

  • Page 144: Problems With Your Vehicle

    Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the dealership...

  • Page 145: Reporting Safety Defects

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz of North America Inc.. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424- 9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C.

  • Page 147: Index

    Index:...

  • Page 148: Armrest, Front

    ABS 77, 79, Battery Coolants Acceleration slip regulation (ASR) Battery not being charged Cruise control Charge indicator lamp 15, Activated charcoal filter Brake fluid 16, 87, 117, Display illumination Adaptive damping system (ADS) Brake pads worn Drinking and driving Brake pad wear indicator lamp Driving instructions ADS 92, 107, Driving off...
  • Page 149 First aid kit Lamps Parking brake 15-16,18,66, 74-79, 87, Fuel Exterior Fog lamps 89-90, 93, 99, 101, 103, Fuel requirements Headlamps 59, 86, Power closing assist for doors and Gasoline additives High mounted stop lamp trunk lid Premium unleaded gasoline 14, 139- License plate lamp 59, Power seats, front Taillamps 59, 112,...
  • Page 150 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Technical data Vanity mirrors emergency tensioning retractor Tire inflation pressure Vehicle data card and airbag Tires 17-18, 89-90, 94, 102, Vehicle jack Seat belt warning lamp 106, 132, 134, 136, Vehicle tools Seat belts and warning system Towing the vehicle Shelf below rear window Traveling abroad...
  • Page 151 Warning! Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer has trained To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service when performing any maintenance work or repairs. your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, Improper or incomplete service may damage the vehicle see your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

  • Page 152: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip

    The engine compartment of Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip model S 500 is illustrated. 1 Fuel Supply To add fuel turn cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then remove cap.
  • Page 153 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Coolant: For normal replenishing, use water (potable water quality). • Fuel: For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/antifreeze), refer to Index. Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane index 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). •...

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