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Mercedes-Benz 2003 SL-Class manual available for free PDF download: Operator's Manual
Mercedes-Benz 2003 SL-Class Operator's Manual (376 pages)
SL-Class
Brand:
Mercedes-Benz
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 6.66 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
7
Product Information
7
Operator's Manual
8
Service and Warranty Information
8
Important Notice for California Retail Buyers and Lessees of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
9
Maintenance
10
Roadside Assistance
10
Change of Address or Ownership
10
Operating Your Vehicle Outside the USA or Canada
11
Where to Find It
12
Symbols
13
Operating Safety
14
Proper Use of the Vehicle
14
Problems with Your Vehicle
15
Reporting Safety Defects
16
At a Glance
17
Cockpit
18
Instrument Cluster
20
Multifunction Steering Wheel
22
Center Console
23
Upper Part
23
Lower Part
24
Overhead Control Panel
25
Door Control Panel
26
Getting Started
27
Unlocking
28
Unlocking with the Smartkey
28
Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO
30
Adjusting
32
Seats
32
Steering Wheel
34
Mirrors
35
Driving
37
Fastening the Seat Belts
37
Starting the Engine
39
Switching on Headlamps
43
Turn Signals and High Beam
43
Windshield Wipers
44
Problems While Driving
45
Parking and Locking
47
Parking Brake
47
Switching off Headlamps
48
Turning off Engine with the Key
48
Turning off Engine with KEYLESS-GO
49
Emergency Engine Shut-Down
50
Safety and Security
51
Occupant Safety
52
Airbags
53
Seat Belts
58
Roll Bar
61
Children in the Vehicle
62
Panic Alarm
67
Activating
67
Deactivating
67
Driving Safety Systems
68
Abs
68
Bas
69
Esp
70
SBC Brake System
72
Anti-Theft Systems
75
Immobilizer
75
Anti-Theft Alarm System
75
Tow-Away Alarm
77
Controls in Detail
79
Locking and Unlocking
80
Keys
80
KEYLESS-GO Card
84
Opening the Doors from the Inside
89
Opening the Trunk from the Inside
89
Trunk Lid Emergency Release
90
Closing the Trunk Lid
91
Automatic Central Locking
91
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
92
Seats
93
Lumbar Support
93
Multicontour Backrest
93
Moving the Seats Forward and Backward
95
Seat Ventilation
96
Seat Heater
97
Memory Function
99
Storing Positions into Memory
100
Recalling Positions from Memory
100
Storing Parking Position
100
Lighting
102
Exterior Lamp Switch
102
Combination Switch
104
Hazard Warning Flasher
105
Interior Lighting
106
Courtesy Lighting
107
Instrument Cluster
108
Instrument Cluster Illumination
108
Coolant Temperature Gauge
108
Trip Odometer
109
Tachometer
109
Outside Temperature Indicator
109
Control System
110
Multifunction Display
110
Multifunction Steering Wheel
111
Menus
113
Standard Display Menu
115
AUDIO Menu
115
NAVI Menu
117
Distronic* Menu
117
Malfunction Memory Menu
118
Settings Menu
119
Function Page
122
Instrument Cluster Submenu
122
Lighting Submenu
124
Vehicle Submenu
127
Convenience Submenu
129
Trip Computer Menu
131
TEL Menu
133
Automatic Transmission
137
One-Touch Gearshifting
138
Gear Ranges
139
Gear Selector Lever Position
140
Program Mode Selector Switch
141
Accelerator Position
142
Steering Wheel Gearshift Control (Speedshift) and Manual Shift Program SL 55 AMG
142
Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)
144
Good Visibility
145
Rear View Mirror
145
Headlamp Cleaning System
146
Rear Window Defroster
146
Sun Visors
146
Automatic Climate Control
147
Setting the Temperature
149
Adjusting Air Volume
150
Adjusting Air Distribution
151
Maximum Cooling MAXCOOL
151
Defrosting
151
Air Recirculation Mode
152
Rear Window Defroster
153
Residual Heat and Ventilation
154
Deactivating the Automatic Climate Control System
154
Air Conditioning
155
Ventilated Storage Compartments
156
Power Windows
157
Opening and Closing the Windows
157
Retractable Hardtop
159
Opening and Closing the Retractable Hardtop
159
Driving Systems
168
Cruise Control
168
Distronic
171
Active Body Control (ABC)
183
Parktronic System
186
Useful Features
190
Interior Storage Spaces
190
Ashtray
196
Cigarette Lighter
197
Heated Steering Wheel* (Canada Only-Model SL 500)
197
Easy-Pack Load Assist in the Trunk
198
Electrical Outlet
199
Telephone
199
Tele Aid
200
Information Button
205
Garage Door Opener
208
Operation
213
The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
214
Driving Instructions
215
Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
215
Drinking and Driving
215
Pedals
215
Power Assistance
216
Brakes
216
Driving off
218
Parking
218
Tires
219
Hydroplaning
219
Tire Traction
220
Tire Speed Rating
220
Winter Driving Instructions
221
Standing Water
222
Passenger Compartment
222
Driving Abroad
222
Control and Operation of Radio Trans- Mitters
222
Catalytic Converter
223
Emission Control
224
Coolant Temperature
224
At the Gas Station
225
Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
226
Engine Compartment
227
Hood
227
Engine Oil
228
Transmission Fluid Level
230
Oil Level in the ABC System
230
Coolant
230
Battery
232
Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
233
Tires and Wheels
234
Important Guidelines
234
Life of Tires
235
Direction of Rotation
235
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
235
Rotating Wheels
238
Winter Driving
239
Winter Tires
239
Block Heater (Canada Only)
240
Snow Chains
240
Maintenance
241
Clearing the Service Indicator
241
Service Term Exceeded
241
Calling up the Service Indicator
242
Resetting the Service Indicator
242
Vehicle Care
243
Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle
243
Practical Hints
249
What to Do if
250
Lamps in Instrument Cluster
250
Messages in the Display
257
Where will I Find
288
First Aid Kit
288
Vehicle Tool Kit
288
Locking/Unlocking in an Emergency
290
Unlocking the Vehicle
290
Locking the Vehicle
292
Lowering the Easy Pack Feature Manually
292
Changing Batteries
293
Replacing Bulbs
295
Bulbs
295
Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps
298
Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps
299
Replacing Wiper Blades
301
Removing
301
Installing
301
Flat Tire
302
Preparing the Vehicle
302
Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 1
302
Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 2
308
Mounting the Spare Wheel
312
Batteries
319
Disconnecting the Batteries
320
Removing the Batteries
321
Charging and Reinstalling Batteries
321
Reconnecting the Batteries
321
Jump Starting
323
Towing the Vehicle
325
Installing Towing Eye Bolt
327
Fuses
329
Main Fuse Box
329
Technical Data
331
Spare Parts Service
332
Warranty Coverage
333
Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet
333
Identification Labels
334
Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
335
Sl 55 Amg
335
Engine
336
Rims and Tires
337
Same Size Tires
337
Mixed Size Tires
338
Spare Wheel
338
Electrical System
339
Main Dimensions
340
Weights
341
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
342
Capacities
342
Engine Oils
343
Engine Oil Additives
343
Air Conditioner Refrigerant
343
Brake Fluid
343
Premium Unleaded Gasoline
344
Fuel Requirements
344
Gasoline Additives
344
Coolants
345
Windshield and Headlamp Washer System
347
Consumer Information
348
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
348
Technical Terms
351
Index
357
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