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  • Page 1 Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual S 600...

  • 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 After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum Maintenance We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet. Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Doors Stowing Things in the Vehicle Ashtrays, Lighter Central Locking Switch Product information Trunk Sliding roof with rear pop-up feature Operator's manual Power Window and Sliding/Pop-Up Roof Power Windows Consumer Information Power Closing Ass. f Door and Trunk lid Rear Window Sunshade Problems with your vehicle Anti-Theft Alarm System...
  • Page 9 Check Regularly Before a Long trip Replacing Wiper Blades Practical Hints Manual Closing of Trunk Lid Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap Hood Roof Rack Checking Coolant Level MERCEDES-BENZ Adding Coolant Spare Part Service Checking Engine Oil Level Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive...

  • Page 10: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see Index Left Front Parktronic warning indicator Storage/eyeglasses compartment Side air outlet, adjustable Lock for storage/eyeglasses compartment and eye glove Exterior lamp switch Glove box (illuminated with key in steering lock position 1 or 2) Parking brake release Switch for rear seat head restraints Hood lock release...

  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap placement warning ESP function indicator lamp (yellow). lamp (yellow). See Index Coolant temperature gauge. See Index Main/trip odometer. See Index Fuel consumption gauge. See Index Outside temperature indicator. See Index Engine oil pressure gauge (bar). See Index Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) See Index Left turn signal indicator lamp (green).

  • Page 13: Indicator Lamp Symbols

    Indicator Lamp Symbols Function Indicator Lamp High beam Fasten seat belts. See Index. Warning Lamp Battery not being charged properly. See Index (should go out with the engine running unless) ESP Adjust driving to road condition. See Index Exterior lamp failure. See Index. Fluid level for windshield and headlamp washer ADS malfunction.
  • Page 14 Additional Function Indicator Lamps Additional Function Indicator Lamp on the Center in the Odometer Display Console FSS indicator (distance). See Index Passenger Airbag automatically switched off. See Index FSS indicator (days). See Index Start Lock-Out malfunction. See Index.

  • Page 15: Catalytic Converter

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

  • Page 16: Starting And Turning Off The Engine

    The charge indicator lamp should go out as soon as the engine has started. In areas where temperatures frequently drop below -4°F (-20°C) we recommend that an engine block heater be installed. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will advise you on this subject.

  • Page 17: Driving Instructions

    MERCEDES-BENZ towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer. or tire dealer for repairs. It can also result in the brakes...
  • Page 18 Caution! Specified tire pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if When driving down long and steep the tires are subjected to high loads grades, relieve the load on the brakes (e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high by shifting into "4", "3", "2" or "1". ambient temperatures).
  • Page 19 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 dry road. European speed rating of 130 mph (210 To reduce the risk of personal injury km/h).
  • Page 20 Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide transmission that is not covered by the (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Road salts and chemicals can adversely resulting in unconsciousness and affect braking efficiency. Increased death.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation...

  • Page 22: Automatic Climate Control

    1 Air volume control for left air outlet, turn left to open 2 Air volume control for left center air outlet, turn left to open 3 Air volume control for right center air outlet, turn left to open 4 Air volume control for right air outlet, turn left to open 5 Left center air outlet,...
  • Page 23 The automatic climate control removes considerable moisture from the air during operation in the cooling mode. It is normal for water to drip on the ground through ducts in the underbody. The desired interior temperature can be selected separately for the left and right side of the passenger compartment.

  • Page 24: Basic Setting – Automatic Mode

    Basic Setting - Automatic Mode Special Settings Rear Window Defroster (use only for short duration) Press left and right for automatic Turn key in steering lock to mode. Defogging Windows position 2. Simultaneously press both Switch off button. To select, press button.
  • Page 25 Air Recirculation Dust Filter Air Distribution This mode can be selected to prevent Dust particles (down to a certain size) annoying odors or dust from entering and pollen are filtered out before the car's interior. outside air enters the passenger Outside air is not supplied to the car's compartment through the air Press...
  • Page 26 Activated Charcoal Filter Notes: Residual Engine Heat Utilization To select, press button. The automatic air recirculation does With the engine switched off, it is To cancel, press button again. not function when selecting the possible to continue heating the interior Economy mode , or the outside for a short while.

  • Page 27: Rear Passenger Compartment

    4 Adjustable air outlet, left side Rear Passenger Compartment Climate Control 5 Adjustable air outlet, right side 1 Temperature selector, left side 6 Air distribution slide 2 Temperature selector, right side Top position: air flow from air outlets (4 and 5). A basic setting in the white field of the selector is recommended.

  • Page 28: Car Keys

    The transmitter for the infrared remote only be obtained from your authorized control is located in the key holder the Mercedes-Benz dealer. receivers are located in the driver's door The flat key fits all locks on the Car. handle, front passenger door handle,...

  • Page 29: Start Lock-Out

    Transmit button system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or Opening and closing the windows and Locking call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes. sliding/pop-up roof can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control.
  • Page 30 Locking and Unlocking Unlocking: Press transmit button . All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked. The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking methods (see below): Selective unlocking mode - Press transmit button once to unlock driver's door and fuel filler flap.
  • Page 31 The vehicle is automatically locked Choosing Global or Selective Mode Opening the Trunk again, if within 40 seconds of on Remote Control unlocking with the remote control, A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft. neither door or trunk is opened, the Press and hold transmit buttons (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk key is not inserted in the steering lock,...
  • Page 32 Opening and Closing Windows and Warning! Sliding/Pop-Up Roof from Outside Never operate the windows or Aim transmitter eye (4) of remote sliding/ppp-up roof if there is the control at door receivers (5 or 6). possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. To open: In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be...

  • Page 33: Doors

    When you lock the car, all door lock buttons should move down. If any one stays up, the respective door is not properly closed. You should then unlock the car, open and reclose this door, and lock the car again. Each individual door can be locked with door lock button - the driver's door can only be locked when it is closed.

  • Page 34: Central Locking Switch

    If the car was previously locked with With the automatic central locking the central locking switch, while in the system activated, the doors and trunk selective remote control mode, only the are locked at vehicle speeds of approx. door opened from the inside is 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

  • Page 35: Trunk

    Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors and trunk can be locked and unlocked individually. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, refer to Fuel Filler Flap, Manual Release (see Index). Trunk The trunk lid can be lowered by using the recessed grips in the trunk lid liner, and 0 Neutral position - push to open closed with the dirt-free retracting handle.

  • Page 36: Power Window And Sliding/Pop-Up Roof

    When locking doors or trunk, turn key Warning! in door lock or trunk lock to position 3 and hold. The windows and the Never operate the windows or sliding/ sliding/ pop-up roof begin to close pop-up roof if there is the possiblity automatically after approximately 2 of anyone being harmed by the seconds.
  • Page 37 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 lid.

  • Page 38: 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 for vehicle's keys or infrared remote control 60 seconds, pause for 30 seconds, and by locking or unlocking either front...

  • Page 39: Power Seats, Front

    Power Seats, Front Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with the driver's or front Warning! passenger's door open, the power seats can also be operated with the Do not adjust the driver's seat while key removed or in steering lock driving.
  • Page 40 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 steering wheel/exterior and inside rear wheel/exterior and inside rear view view mirror positions may be mirror position, push and hold position...
  • Page 41 See also never ride in the front seat, except in airbag section for proper seat a Mercedes-Benz authorized positioning. BabySmart™ compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart™ Both the inside and outside rear view...

  • Page 42: Multicontour Backrest

    The seats have inflatable air cushions The inflation pressure of the air cushion built into the backrest to provide can be continuously varied between additional lumbar and side support. position "0" = without pressure, and position "5" = maximum pressure, by The amount of cushion height and changing the pressure regulator (4) curvature may be adjusted after turning...

  • Page 43: 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 is advisable not to use the seat heater Press switch to turn on heater: longer than necessary.
  • Page 44 Caution! Keep compartment lids closed. This will prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident. 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.

  • Page 45: 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 46: Head Restraints, Rear

    Switch on center console Switches in rear doors Angle 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 47: Adjustable Steering Wheel

    Note: The steering wheel position can be stored in memory together with the seat/head restraint/exterior and inside rear view mirror positions, see Index. Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

  • Page 48: Seat Belts And Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)

    Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts must never ride in the front seat, the seat back reclined. Sitting in an for all seats, emergency tensioning except in a Mercedes-Benz excessively reclined position can be retractors for the front seats, as well as authorized BabySmart™ compatible dangerous.
  • Page 49 Seat Belt Warning System With the key in steering lock position 2, a warning sounds for a short time if the driver's seat belt is not fastened. Warning! Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident.
  • Page 50 For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. apply too much force to the ribs or seat or seat back into positions which abdomen, which could severely could affect the correct seat belt Warning! injure internal organs such as your position.

  • Page 51: Baby Smart Airbag Deactivation System

    Special child seats, designed for use system. Follow the manufacturer's side front airbag when it is properly with the Mercedes-Benz system and instructions for installation of special installed. Otherwise they will be struck available at any authorized Mercedes- child seats.

  • Page 52: Self Test

    You must see an authorized deploy. The emergency tensioning retractors are Mercedes-Benz dealer before using any designed to activate only when the seat child seat. The SRS uses two crash severity levels...

  • Page 53: Airbag

    Airbags The side impact airbags are located in circuitry of the airbag system and will the front doors. In conjunction with indicate a malfunction by coming on 1 Driver airbag wearing the seat belts with emergency again. 2 Front passenger airbag tensioning retractors, the airbags can The following system components are 3 Side impact airbag...
  • Page 54 The driver and mend that you visit an authorized occupied. passengers will then be protected by Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately the fastened seat belts. to have the system checked; Side impact airbags operate best in otherwise the "SRS" may not be...
  • Page 55 BabySmart™ be inspected by an authorized compatible child seat, which Mercedes-Benz dealer at that time • Adjust the driver seat as far as operates with the BabySmart™ and replaced when necessary. possible rearward, still permitting...

  • Page 56: Child Restraint

    Warning! steering wheel hub or front These instructions are available passenger airbag cover and at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Damaged belts or belts that were installation of additional electrical/ dealer. • highly stressed in an accident...
  • Page 57 Children 12 years old and under face or neck. A booster seat is trunk. must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized...

  • Page 58: 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 59: 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...
  • Page 60 Have the system checked at your 1 part "S" to 100 parts water authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer (40 ml "S" to 1 gallon water). Blocked Windshield Wiper as soon as possible. For temperature below freezing:...

  • Page 61: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Standing lamps, right Fog lamps will operate with the (turn left one stop) parking lamps and/or the low beam Standing lamps, left headlamps on. Fog lamps should only (turn left two stops) be used in conjunction with low beam Front fog lamps headlamps.

  • Page 62: Night Security Illumination

    The lamp-on time respond to changes in light sensitivity. period can be changed at your Mercedes-Benz dealer. Note: Inside Rear View Mirror The exterior mirrors have electrically heated glass. The heater switches on Manually adjust the mirror.
  • Page 63 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 64 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 65: 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 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 66: Storage Compartments

    Storage Compartments Storage/Eyeglasses Compartment in the Dashboard To open: Press button (2). 1 Storage/eyeglasses compartment Glove Box 2 Button for storage/ eyeglasses compartment The glove box lid is equipped with a 3 Glove box container for coins and small 4 Button for glove box accessories.

  • Page 67: First Aid Kit

    Storage Compartment below the Storage Compartments in the First Aid Kit Front Armrest Rear Passenger Compartment Opening lid The first aid kit is stored in the shelf (Vehicles without rear passenger (Vehicles with individual seats) below the rear window. compartment climate control) Slide cover to Stowing Things in the Vehicle Slide cover to...
  • Page 68 in center console, front in rear doors Lighter Ashtrays To remove ashtray from center Turn key in steering lock to position console: 1 or 2. By touching the top of the cover Push in lighter (1); it will pop out lightly, the ashtray opens automatically.

  • Page 69: Sliding Roof With Rear Pop-Up Feature

    Warning! When closing the sliding roof, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. Notes: The sliding roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur, refer to Emergency Operation in Index. The sliding roof can also be closed with the key or infrared remote control Sliding Roof...

  • Page 70: Power Windows

    Express Opening and Closing Press switch past re- sistance 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 71 Warning! The power windows can also be closed Synchronizing Power Windows with the key or infrared remote control When closing the windows, be sure while locking the vehicle doors or If the power supply was interrupted that there is no danger of anyone trunk (see Central Locking System in (battery disconnected or empty), the being harmed by the closing...

  • Page 72: Rear Window Sunshade

    Note: The trunk lid cannot be released by the switch when previously locked with the key. To open, refer to Trunk, separately locked (in Index). Shelf below Rear Window Warning! The shelf below the rear window should not be used to carry objects. This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident...

  • Page 73: 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 74: Garage Door Opener

    Mercedes-Benz dealer or call 20 seconds. 2 Portable remote control Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance transmitter Center (in the U.S.A. only) at 1-800- 3.

  • Page 75: Antenna

    mirror remote control light starts to Antenna Cellular Telephone flash rapidly. This means that the integrated remote control has The antenna extends when switching The vehicle is prepared for the accepted the frequency and code of on the telephone. installation of a cellular telephone. For the portable transmitter.

  • Page 77: Driving

    Driving...

  • Page 78: Drinking And Driving

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

  • Page 79: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission The vehicle may otherwise start creep- Accelerator position ing when the selector lever is in drive The automatic transmission selects or reverse position. Partial throttle = early upshifting individual gears automatically, = normal acceleration dependent upon Warning! Full throttle = later upshifting •...
  • Page 80 Rather, the driver should damage that is not covered by the below 40 mph (60 km/h). always use the parking brake in Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. addition to placing the selector lever in park to secure the vehicle.
  • Page 81 Important Depending on the degree of the incline, Stopping shift selector lever to a lower gear With selector lever in position "D", "4" range early enough to maintain engine For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, or "3", upshifting from 1st to 2nd to 3rd RPM within the best torque range.
  • Page 82 It could result in a change of driving driving characteristics change with characteristics for which you may not be Have the transmission checked at your the selection of the program mode. prepared. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 83: Cruise Control

    If a set speed is to be increased or system checked at your authorized decreased slightly, e.g. to adapt to the Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as traffic flow, hold lever in position 1 or possible. Cruise Control...
  • Page 84 Note: Caution! Warning! If the engine does not brake the vehicle Moving gear selector lever to position Only use the cruise control if the sufficiently while driving on a "N" switches the cruise control off. traffic and weather conditions make downgrade, the speed you set on the it advisable to travel at a steady cruise control may be exceeded and...

  • Page 85: Parking Assist (Parktronic)

    Six sensors Use a mild car wash detergent, such as a control switch located in the center are located in the front bumper, four Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, console. sensor in the rear bumper. with plenty of water.
  • Page 86 Warning Indicators Warning indicator for the rear area are located in the rear interior lamp. 1 Warning indicators for front area The frames are illuminated in white when the Parktronic is engaged. 2 Warning indicators for rear area Each of the warning indicators has 6 yellow and 2 red segments.
  • Page 87 Monitoring reach of sensors Minimum distance between vehicle and Parktronic Switch obstacle Front bumper. 1 Parktronic switched off center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Front corner approx. 24 in (60 cm) 2 Parktronic switched on corners approx. 6 in (15 cm) Rear bumper: center approx.

  • Page 88: Charge Indicator Lamp

    Turn off engine vehicle. Otherwise, the engine will immediately and contact an authorized overheat due to an inoperative water Mercedes-Benz dealer. Do not operate pump which may result in damage to the car until the condition is repaired. the engine.

  • Page 89: Low Engine Oil Level Warning Lamp

    The low engine oil level warning light Due to system design, minimum should not be ignored. Extended consumption is indicated at engine idle driving with the light illuminated could speed. result in engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 90: Outside Temperature Indicator

    The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature in the red zone. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

  • Page 91: Low Engine Coolant Level Warning Lamp

    You can be seriously burned. the engine compartment next to the covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited radiator. Warranty.

  • Page 92: Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp

    If an exterior lamp fails, the indicator Have the brake system checked at your lamp will come on only when that authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as lamp is switched on. soon as possible. If a brake or turn signal lamp fails, the...

  • Page 93: Brake Warning Lamp

    Brake Warning Lamp When the minimum mark on the reservoir is reached, have the brake The brake warning lamp will come on system checked for brake pad thickness with the key in steering lock position and leaks. 2 and should go out when the engine is running.
  • Page 94 Following a completed service the turning key in steering lock to between services. Mercedes-Benz dealer sets the counter to position 2 again. The present 10 000 miles (Canada: 15 000 km) and status for days or distance is The FSS allows for distances between 365 days.
  • Page 95 The but without antilock assistance. pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions Have the system checked at your and functions as a reminder to take authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as extra care while driving. soon as possible.

  • Page 96: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    BAS indicator lamp. Have the BAS or ESP checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as The BAS/ESP malfunction indicator soon as possbile. lamp in the instrument cluster come on with the key in steering lock position 2 and should go out with the engine running.

  • Page 97: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)

    If the vehicle is towed with the front axle Mercedes-Benz recommended M + S raised (see Towing the vehicle in Index), Have the BAS or ESP checked at your radial-ply tires and/or snow chains.
  • Page 98 Avoid spinning of one drive wheel. the upper half of the ESP switch. The Doing so may cause serious damage to ESP warning lamp, located in the the drive train which is not covered by speedometer dial, is continuously the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. illuminated.

  • Page 99: Adaptive Damping System (Ads)

    This setting should be used for detected a malfunction. regular driving. We recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible to have the system checked out. Note: If the power supply was interrupted...

  • Page 100: Emission Control

    Mercedes-Benz servicing system checked at your authorized requirements. For details refer to the Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as Maintenance Booklet. possible. An on-board diagnostic connector allows the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the readout of diagnostic trouble codes.

  • Page 101: 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 solvent/ and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. disposal. If you plan to travel into areas...

  • Page 103: Practical Hints

    Practical Hints...

  • Page 104: 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 105: Checking Coolant Level

    Adding Coolant. • Do not remove pressure cap on coolant reservoir if engine If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 temperature is above 90°C (194°F). mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/ Allow engine to cool down before antifreeze should be added. removing cap.

  • Page 106: Checking Engine Oil Level

    Oil level must be between When noticing fluid loss or gear the lower (min) and shifting malfunctions, have your upper(max) mark of the authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer dipstick check the transmission fluid level. Checking Engine Oil Level 1 Oil dipstick Fill quantity between upper and lower...
  • Page 107 If the trunk is to remain open for a long period of time, the trunk lamp can be switched off. This prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged. When the trunk lid is closed, the switch will reset and turn on the lamp next time the lid is opened.
  • Page 108 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 109 If the fire tread is badly worn, or if shown on the original part. See your replacement - the spare wheel, if the tires have sustained damage, authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for possible, should be used on the rear replace them. further information.
  • Page 110 Important! Warning! Changing Wheels Unidirectional snow tires must always The jack is designed exclusively for Move vehicle to a level area which is a be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall jacking up the vehicle at the jack safe distance from the roadway. pointing in direction of vehicle forward tubes built into either side of the movement.
  • Page 111 4. Remove lug wrench (1) and The tube openings are located 7. Jack up the vehicle until the wheel extension (2) from tool kit and directly behind the front wheel is clear of the ground. Never start assemble. Loosen but do not yet housings and in front of the rear engine while vehicle is raised.
  • Page 112 Warning! Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted. Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts. Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off. This could cause an accident.
  • Page 113 Tire Inflation Pressure with lighter loads and are perfectly Warning! permissible. The ride of the vehicle, A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire however, will become somewhat Do not overinflate tires, inflation pressures specified for harder. Overinflating tires can result in summer and winter tires as well as for sudden deflation (blow-out) because the varying operating conditions.
  • Page 114 Exterior Lamps Headlamp Adjustment Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Check and readjust headlamps at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Headlamp Assembly 6 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 1 Cover for low beam headlamp bulb and fog lamp 7 Scale for horizontal adjustment 2 Latch for cover (1) 8 Electrical connector for low...
  • Page 115 Replacing bulb: Bulb for Low Beam (Xenon) Bulb for high beam H1 (55 W) Warning! Open hood. To prevent a possible electrical short circuit, switch off lamp prior to Because of high voltage in Xenon Depress latch (2) and remove replacing a bulb.
  • Page 116 Turn Signal, Parking, Side Marker 1 Latch for turn signal, parking, and Standing Lamp side marker and standing lamp (2357 NA [28.5/8.3 W/30/2.2 cp] bulb) assembly Open hood. 2 Bulb socket for turn signal, parking, side marker and standing lamp Squeeze latch (1) together and lift complete lamp assembly out to front 3 Tab...
  • Page 117 Adjusting Headlamp 1. Park vehicle on level surface 3. Move vehicle on the level surface 25 approximately 6 inches (152 mm) feet (7.6 m) straight back from the Correct headlamp adjustment is from a vertical test screen or wall. wall. extremely important.
  • Page 118 7. Horizontal headlamp aim (low beams on): Turn adjusting screw (5) (Right front headlamp: counterclockwise to adjust to the left, clockwise to the right; left front headlamp: counterclockwise to adjust to the right, clockwise to the left.) until the headlamps (low beam) illuminate the test screen as shown.
  • Page 119 Taillamp Assemblies 6 Trunk lamp (10 W/6 cp bulb) License Plate Lamps (5 W bulb) 1 Turn signal lamp 7 Cover (21 W/24 cp bulb) Loosen both securing screws (1), To replace bulbs: remove lamp and take out bulb. 2 Stop, side marker lamp (21/5 W/32/2 cp bulb) Open trunk lid.
  • Page 120 Battery The service life of the battery is While the engine is running the battery dependent on its condition of charge. terminal clamps must not be loosened Warning! The battery should always be kept or detached, otherwise the generator sufficiently charged, in order to last an and other electronic components would Failure to follow these instructions optimum length of time.
  • Page 121 Jump Starting Warning! Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and personal injury. Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting, you might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
  • Page 122 If the battery is discharged, the engine Important! After the engine has started, should be started with jumper cables and remove jumper cables by exactly the (12V) battery of another vehicle. 3. Clamp one end of the first jumper reversing the above installation cable to the positive (+) terminal of sequence, starting with the last The battery is located in the trunk behind...
  • Page 123 Caution! To positively avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission, however, If the vehicle is towed with the front we recommend to disconnect the drive axle raised, the engine must be shut off. shaft at the rear axle drive flange on Otherwise, the ASR or ESP will any towing beyond a short tow to a immediately be engaged and will apply...
  • Page 124 "how-to" information as lasting damage. Your vehicle has been treated at well as references to Mercedes-Benz the factory with a wax-base rust- approved car care products. Such damage is caused not only by...
  • Page 125 Engine Cleaning Use plenty of water and rinse the Tar Stains sponge and chamois frequently. Prior to cleaning the engine Quickly remove tar stains before they compartment make sure to protect Rinse with clear water and thoroughly dry and become more difficult to electrical components and connectors wipe dry with a chamois.
  • Page 126 Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior may severely weaken them. In a crash Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply they may not be able to provide with light pressure.
  • Page 127 Paintwork, Painted Body Light Alloy Wheels Ornamental Moldings Components Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care For regular cleaning and care of very Mercedes-Benz approved Paint Care should be used for regular cleaning of dirty chrome-plated parts, use a chrome should be applied when water drops on the light alloy wheels.
  • Page 128 Testing Remote Control Change batteries, inserting new ones Sychronizing System: Checking Batteries: with plus (+) side facing up. To synchronize system, aim transmitter If transmit button Press battery cover onto housing until eye (1) at vehicle and briefly press pressed longer than 1 second, the locked in place.
  • Page 129 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. Front Head Restraints Depress release button (2) beneath the Do not drive the vehicle without the seatback covering material and pull...
  • Page 130 Assemble the lug wrench and extension (from tool kit). Insert extension through opening in panel and place on the hex-drive of the electric motor. Turn lug 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 131 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 132 Headlamp Wiper Blades Manual Closing of Trunk Lid Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap Removal: The trunk l id can be closed manually The manual release knob is located should a malfunction occur on the behind the right side trunk panel and Fold wiper arm forward.
  • Page 133 Layout of PoIy-V-belt Drive Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Use only those roof racks approved 1 Automatic belt tensioner Therefore, Mercedes-Benz original by Mercedes-Benz to avoid damage 2 Crankshaft spare parts should be installed. to the vehicle. Follow manufacturer's 3 Air conditioning compressor installation instructions.
  • Page 135 Technical Data...

  • Page 136: 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. 5 Body No. and Paintwork No. 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for...

  • Page 137: Vehicle Data Card

    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 138: Technical Data

    Poly – V - belts length 2585 mm Electrode gap 0.8 mm (0.032 in) Tightening torque 15-22 ft.lb. (20-30 Nm) 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 139 Technical Data 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: 1482 mm ( 58.3 in) Wheel base 3140 mm (123.6 in) Track, front...

  • Page 140: 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. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Engine with oil filter 10.0 l (10.0 US qt)
  • Page 141 Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. approx. 5.3 US qt (5.0 l) MB Windshield washer Windshield washer and concentrate "S" headlamp cleaning system approx. 16.4 US qt (15.5 l) MB Anticorrosion/antifreeze Cooling system Fuel tank approx. 26.4 US gal (100 l) Premium unleaded gasoline: Posted including a reserve of approx.

  • Page 142: Engine Oils

    • by the Mercedes-Benz Limited do not exceed /s of maximum Warranty. It is recommended to use only brake accelerator pedal position, if the fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 143: 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 144: Coolants

    The water in the cooling system must time you bring your vehicle to your The cooling system was filled at the meet minimum requirements, which are authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for factory with a coolant providing freeze usually satisfied by normal drinking maintenance service.

  • Page 145: 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 146: 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 147: 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 149: Index

    Index:...
  • Page 150 ABS 81, 95-97 BabySmart Capacities: Fuels, coolants, ADS 99, 120, 96-97 lubricants etc. Air conditioner refrigerant Battery Catalytic converter Air distribution Battery not being charged Cellular telephone Air volume Charge indicator lamp 16, Central locking switch Airbag Brake assist system Central locking system Airbag deactivation system Brake fluid 17, 93, 124, 140,...
  • Page 151 Daytime running lamps First aid kit Jump starting Display illumination Flexible service system Doors 14,93-94 Keys, vehicle Drinking and driving Fuel Driving instructions Gasoline additives Lamps, exterior Fog Driving off Premium unleaded gasoline lamps 15,141-142 Headlamps 61, 92, 114, Electronic stability program (ESP) Fuel cap placement warning High mounted stop lamp Fuel consumption gauge...
  • Page 152 Parking assist (Parktronic) Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Towing the vehicle Parking brake 16-17, 19, 68, 78-81, 93, emergency tensioning retractor Transmission 97, 100, 108, 110, and airbag Traveling abroad Power closing assist for doors and Seat belt warning lamp Trip odometer trunk lid Seat belts and warning system...

  • Page 155: Service And Literature

    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 156 1 Fuel Supply Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip To add fuel turn cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then remove cap. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
  • Page 157 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 Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane index to Index. 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). Fuel tank capacity approx.

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