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Mercedes-Benz SL 55 Operator's Manual

Mercedes-Benz SL 55 Operator's Manual (434 pages)

Mercedes-Benz Automobile Operator's Manual

Brand: Mercedes-Benz | Category: Automobile | Size: 3.82 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
4
Introduction

10
- Product Information
  10
- Operator's Manual
  11
- Where to Find It
  15
- Symbols
  16
- Operating Safety
  17
  - Proper Use of the Vehicle
    17
- Problems with Your Vehicle
  18
- Reporting Safety Defects
  19
At a Glance

20
- Cockpit
  21
- Instrument Cluster
  23
- Multifunction Steering Wheel
  25
- Overhead Control Panel
  28
- Door Control Panel
  29
Getting Started

30
- Unlocking
  31
  - Unlocking with the Smartkey
    31
  - Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO
    33
- Adjusting
  35
  - Seats
    35
  - Steering Wheel
    38
  - Mirrors
    39
- Driving
  41
  - Fastening the Seat Belts
    41
  - Starting the Engine
    44
  - Switching on Headlamps
    47
  - Turn Signals and High Beam
    48
  - Windshield Wipers
    48
  - Problems While Driving
    50
- Parking and Locking
  52
  - Parking Brake
    53
  - Switching off Headlamps
    53
  - Turning off the Engine
    54
  - Emergency Engine Shut-Down
    56
Safety and Security

58
- Occupant Safety
  59
  - Airbags
    60
  - Seat Belts
    66
  - Roll Bar
    70
  - Children in the Vehicle
    71
- Panic Alarm
  75
  - Activating
    75
  - Deactivating
    75
- Driving Safety Systems
  76
  - Abs
    77
  - Bas
    78
  - Esp
    79
  - SBC Brake System
    82
- Anti-Theft Systems
  85
  - Immobilizer
    85
  - Anti-Theft Alarm System
    86
  - Tow-Away Alarm
    87
Controls in Detail

90
- Locking and Unlocking
  91
  - Smartkey
    91
  - Smartkey with KEYLESS-GO
    94
  - Opening the Doors from the Inside
    100
  - Opening the Trunk
    100
  - Closing the Trunk Lid
    103
  - Trunk Lid Emergency Release
    103
  - Separately Locking the Trunk
    104
  - Automatic Central Locking
    106
  - Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
    106
- Seats
  108
  - Easy-Entry/Exit Feature
    108
  - Moving the Seats Forward and Backward
    109
  - Lumbar Support
    109
  - Multicontour Backrest* (Standard on SL 600 and SL 55 AMG)
    110
  - Seat Heating
    111
  - Seat Ventilation* (Standard on SL 600)
    113
- Memory Function
  115
- Lighting
  118
  - Exterior Lamp Switch
    118
  - Combination Switch
    121
  - Hazard Warning Flasher
    122
  - Interior Lighting
    123
  - Courtesy Lighting
    124
- Instrument Cluster
  125
  - Instrument Cluster Illumination
    125
  - Coolant Temperature Gauge
    125
  - Trip Odometer
    126
  - Tachometer
    126
  - Outside Temperature Indicator
    127
- Control System
  128
  - Multifunction Display
    128
  - Multifunction Steering Wheel
    129
  - Menus
    131
  - Standard Display Menu
    133
  - AUDIO Menu
    133
  - NAVI Menu
    135
  - Distronic* Menu
    136
  - Malfunction Memory Menu
    137
  - Settings Menu
    138
  - Trip Computer Menu
    151
  - TEL Menu
    153
- Automatic Transmission
  156
  - One-Touch Gearshifting
    157
  - Gear Ranges
    158
  - Gear Selector Lever Position
    159
  - Steering Wheel Gearshift Control
    161
  - (Speedshift) SL 55 AMG
    161
  - Program Mode Selector Switch
    162
  - Accelerator Position
    163
  - Manual Shift Program SL 55 AMG
    164
  - Emergency Operation
    166
  - (Limp Home Mode)
    166
- Good Visibility
  167
  - Rear View Mirrors
    167
  - Windshield Wipers
    169
  - Headlamp Cleaning System
    169
  - Rear Window Defroster
    170
  - Sun Visors
    170
- Automatic Climate Control
  171
  - Setting the Temperature
    173
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    174
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    175
  - Maximum Cooling MAXCOOL
    175
  - Defrosting
    176
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    176
  - Rear Window Defroster
    178
  - Residual Heat and Ventilation
    179
  - Deactivating the Automatic Climate Control System
    180
  - Air Conditioning
    180
  - Ventilated Storage Compartments
    181
- Power Windows
  182
  - Opening and Closing the Windows
    182
  - Synchronizing Power Windows
    184
- Retractable Hardtop
  185
  - Opening and Closing the Retractable Hardtop
    185
- Driving Systems
  194
  - Cruise Control
    194
  - Distronic
    197
  - Active Body Control (ABC)
    208
  - Parktronic* (Parking Assist)
    211
- Useful Features
  215
  - Storage Compartments
    215
  - Ashtray
    220
  - Cigarette Lighter
    220
  - Heated Steering Wheel
    221
  - Load Assist in the Trunk
    222
  - Electrical Outlet
    223
  - Telephone
    223
  - Tele Aid
    224
  - Garage Door Opener
    232
Operation

238
- The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
  239
- Driving Instructions
  240
  - Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
    240
  - Drinking and Driving
    240
  - Pedals
    240
  - Power Assistance
    241
  - Brakes
    241
  - Driving off
    243
  - Parking
    243
  - Tires
    244
  - Hydroplaning
    244
  - Tire Traction
    245
  - Tire Speed Rating
    245
  - Winter Driving Instructions
    246
  - Standing Water
    247
  - Passenger Compartment
    247
  - Driving Abroad
    247
  - Control and Operation of Radio Transmitters
    248
  - Catalytic Converter
    248
  - Emission Control
    249
  - Coolant Temperature
    250
- At the Gas Station
  251
  - Refuelling
    251
  - Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
    253
- Engine Compartment
  254
  - Hood
    254
  - Engine Oil
    256
  - Transmission Fluid Level
    259
  - Oil Level in the ABC System
    259
  - Coolant
    259
  - Battery
    261
  - Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
    262
- Tires and Wheels
  263
  - Important Guidelines
    263
  - Life of Tires
    264
  - Direction of Rotation
    264
  - Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
    264
  - Rotating Wheels
    268
- Winter Driving
  269
  - Winter Tires
    269
  - Block Heater (Canada Only)
    270
  - Snow Chains
    270
- Maintenance
  272
  - Clearing the Service Indicator
    272
  - Service Term Exceeded
    273
  - Calling up the Service Indicator
    273
  - Resetting the Service Indicator
    273
- Vehicle Care
  275
  - Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle
    275
Practical Hints

282
- What to Do if
  283
  - Lamps in Instrument Cluster
    283
  - AIRBAG off Indicator Lamp
    291
  - Messages in the Display
    292
- Where will I Find
  324
  - First Aid Kit
    324
  - Vehicle Tool Kit, Jack, and Spare Wheel
    324
- Locking/Unlocking in an Emergency
  326
- Replacing Bulbs
  332
  - Bulbs
    332
  - Replacing Bulbs
    334
  - Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps
    335
  - Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps
    336
- Replacing Wiper Blades
  338
  - Removing Wiper Blades
    338
  - Installing Wiper Blades
    339
- Flat Tire
  340
  - Preparing the Vehicle
    340
  - Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 1
    341
  - Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 2
    346
  - Mounting the Spare Wheel
    351
- Batteries
  359
  - Disconnecting the Batteries
    361
  - Removing the Batteries
    362
  - Charging and Reinstalling Batteries
    362
  - Reconnecting the Batteries
    362
- Jump Starting
  364
- Towing the Vehicle
  366
  - Towing the Vehicle
    367
  - Installing Towing Eye Bolt
    369
- Fuses
  370
  - Main Fuse Box
    370
    
    Closing
    370
    
    Fuse Chart
    370
    
    Spare Fuses
    370
    
    Fuse Extractor
    370
Technical Data

372
- Spare Parts Service
  373
- Warranty Coverage
  374
  - Loss of Service and Warranty
    374
  - Information Booklet
    374
- Identification Labels
  375
- Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
  376
  - Sl 55 Amg
    376
- Engine
  377
- Rims and Tires
  379
  - Same Size Tires
    380
  - Mixed Size Tires
    381
  - Spare Wheel
    383
- Electrical System
  384
- Main Dimensions
  385
- Weights
  386
- Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
  387
  - Capacities
    387
  - Engine Oils
    389
  - Engine Oil Additives
    389
  - Air Conditioner Refrigerant
    389
  - Brake Fluid
    390
  - Premium Unleaded Gasoline
    390
  - Fuel Requirements
    390
  - Gasoline Additives
    391
  - Coolants
    392
  - Windshield and Headlamp Washer System
    394
- Consumer Information
  395
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    395
Technical Terms

398
Index

404
- Air Conditioner Refrigerant ............ 388 Index
  404

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