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Mercedes-Benz 2001 SL-Class Operator's Manual

Mercedes-Benz 2001 SL-Class Operator's Manual (302 pages)

SL-Class

Brand: Mercedes-Benz | Category: Automobile | Size: 7.56 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
4
Introduction

10
- Product Information
  10
- Operator's Manual
  11
- Where to Find It
  16
- Problems with Your Vehicle
  18
- Reporting Safety Defects
  18
Instruments and Controls

22
Operation

32
- Vehicle Keys
  32
  - Remote Control with Folding Master Key
    32
- Central Locking System
  33
  - Remote Control
    33
  - Locking and Unlocking
    34
  - Choosing Global or Selective Mode on Remote Control
    35
  - Opening the Trunk
    35
  - Panic Button
    36
- Start Lock-Out
  37
- General Notes on the Central Locking System
  37
- Doors
  38
- Central Locking Switch
  40
  - Automatic Central Locking
    41
- Emergency Unlocking in Case of Accident
  41
- Trunk
  42
- Trunk Lid Release Switch
  43
- Trunk Lid Emergency Release
  44
- Power Windows
  45
- Antitheft Alarm System
  46
- Tow-Away Alarm
  47
- Power Seats
  48
  - Storing Position in Memory
    50
- Backrest
  52
- Multicontour Seats
  53
- Seat Heater
  54
- Seat Belts and Integrated Restraint System
  56
- Seat Belts
  56
  - Seat Belt Nonusage Warning System
    57
  - Fastening of Seat Belts
    58
- Babysmart TM Airbag Deactivation System
  62
  - Self-Test Babysmart TM Without Special Child Seat Installed
    62
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
  63
- Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR)
  63
- Airbags
  64
- Adjusting Steering Column
  74
  - Storing Steering Column Position in Memory
    74
- Rear View Mirrors
  75
- Instrument Cluster
  78
  - Indicator Lamps in the Instrument Cluster
    80
  - Additional Function Indicator Lamps
    81
  - Instrument Lamps
    81
  - Display Illumination
    81
  - Coolant Temperature Gauge
    82
  - Outside Temperature Indicator
    82
  - Trip Odometer
    83
  - Clock
    83
  - Tachometer
    83
- Flexible Service System (FSS)
  84
- Engine Oil Level Indicator in Odometer Display Field
  86
- Fuel Consumption Gauge
  87
- Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
  87
- Engine Oil Consumption
  87
- Exterior Lamp Switch
  88
  - Standing Lamps
    89
  - Night Security Illumination
    89
- Combination Switch
  90
- Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
  93
- Automatic Climate Control
  94
  - Display and Controls
    96
  - Basic Setting - Automatic Mode
    97
  - Economy
    97
  - Special Settings
    98
- Audio and Telephone, Operation
  102
- Power Windows
  120
  - Express Opening of Door Windows
    121
  - Synchronizing Power Windows
    121
- Roll Bar
  122
- Interior Lighting
  124
  - Interior Lamps
    124
  - Reading Lamps
    124
  - Entrance Lamps in Footwells, Exit Lamps in Doors
    124
- Sunshade, Manual
  125
- Power Sunshade
  126
- Sun Visors
  127
- Illuminated Vanity Mirror
  127
- Interior
  128
- Storage Compartment (Eyeglasses Compartment) in the Dashboard
  128
- Armrest
  131
- Console Storage Compartments
  131
- Cup Holder
  132
- Parcel Net in Passenger Footwell
  132
- Door Pockets
  133
- Rear Storage Compartment
  133
- Ashtray with Lighter
  134
- Lighter
  135
- Telephone, General
  136
- Garage Door Opener
  137
- Hardtop or Panorama Roof
  141
  - Removing Hardtop
    141
  - Attaching Hardtop
    144
- Soft Top
  147
  - Lowering Soft Top
    148
  - Raising Soft Top
    149
- Wind Screen
  152
- Antenna
  155
Driving

158
- Control and Operation of Radio Transmitters
  158
  - Radio and Telephone
    158
  - Telephones and Two-Way Radio
    158
- The First 1 000 Miles (1 500 Km)
  159
- Maintenance
  159
- Tele Aid
  160
- Information Button
  164
- Catalytic Converter
  167
- Emission Control
  168
- Steering Lock
  169
- Starting and Turning off the Engine
  171
  - Before Starting
    171
  - Starting
    171
  - Turning off
    171
- Automatic Transmission
  172
  - Driving
    172
  - Accelerator Position
    173
  - Selector Lever Positions
    173
  - Maneuvering
    176
  - Stopping
    176
  - Program Mode Selector Switch
    177
  - Emergency Operation
    178
- Parking Brake
  179
- Driving Instructions
  180
  - Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
    180
  - Drinking and Driving
    180
  - Pedals
    180
  - Power Assistance
    181
  - Brakes
    181
  - Driving off
    182
  - Parking
    182
  - Tires
    183
  - Aquaplaning
    184
  - Tire Traction
    184
  - Tire Speed Rating
    185
  - Snow Chains
    185
  - Vehicles with Sport Package
    185
  - Deep Water
    186
  - Winter Driving Instructions
    186
  - Winter Driving
    187
  - Block Heater
    187
  - Traveling Abroad
    187
- Cruise Control
  188
- Brake Assist System (BAS)
  192
- Antilock Brake System (ABS)
  194
  - ABS Control
    195
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  196
  - Synchronizing ESP
    197
  - ESP Control Switch
    198
- Level Control System
  200
  - Level Control Switch Positions
    200
  - Normal Level
    201
  - Wheel Change Switch
    202
- Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
  203
  - Adaptive Damping System Adjustment
    203
- What You Should Know at the Gas Station
  204
  - Fuel Supply
    204
  - Fuel
    204
- Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
  206
Instrument Cluster Display

207
Practical Hints

220
- First Aid Kit
  220
- Stowing Things in the Vehicle
  220
- Vehicle Tools
  221
- Vehicle Jack
  222
- Fuses
  223
- Hood
  224
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Level
  226
- Checking Engine Oil Level
  226
- Coolant Level
  228
- Adding Coolant
  229
- Windshield and Headlamp Washer Fluid Mixing Ratio
  230
- Wheels
  231
- Tire Replacement
  231
- Rotating Wheels
  232
- Spare Wheel
  233
- Changing Wheels
  235
- Tire Inflation Pressure
  239
- Battery
  241
  - Battery Recycling
    242
- Jump Starting
  243
- Towing the Vehicle
  245
- Exterior Lamps
  247
  - Headlamp Assembly (Halogen)
    248
  - Taillamp Assemblies
    254
- Changing Batteries in the Remote Control
  256
  - Synchronizing
    257
- Raising Soft Top Manually
  258
- Replacing Wiper Blade
  262
- Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap
  264
- Trunk Lamp
  264
Vehicle Care

265
- Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle
  266
  - Power Washer
    267
  - Tar Stains
    267
  - Paintwork, Painted Body Components
    267
  - Engine Cleaning
    268
  - Vehicle Washing
    268
- Ornamental Moldings
  268
- Headlamps, Taillamps, Turn Signal Lenses
  268
- Window Cleaning
  269
- Light Alloy Wheels
  269
- Instrument Cluster
  269
- Steering Wheel and Gear Selector Lever
  269
- Cup Holder
  269
- Seat Belts
  270
- Headliner, Shelf Behind Roll Bars, and Other Hard Plastic Trim Items
  270
- Soft Top
  270
- Headliner
  271
- Wind Screen
  271
- Automatic Antenna
  271
- Wiper Blade
  271
- Headlamp Cleaning System
  271
- Leather Upholstery
  272
- Plastic and Rubber Parts
  272
- Illuminated Door Sill Panels
  272
Technical Data Index

274
- Spare Parts Service
  274
- Warranty Coverage
  274
- Identification Labels
  275
- Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
  276
- Engine
  277
- Rims - Tires
  278
- Weights
  280
- Main Dimensions
  280
- Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc. - Capacities
  281
- Engine Oils
  283
- Engine Oil Additives
  283
- Air Conditioner Refrigerant
  283
- Brake Fluid
  283
- Premium Unleaded Gasoline
  284
- Fuel Requirements
  284
- Gasoline Additives
  285
- Coolants
  285
- Consumer Information
  287
- Index
  289
- Service and Literature
  301

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