Refueling - Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe Operator's Manual

Refueling

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Problems with the transmission
Problem
The transmission has
problems shifting gear.
The acceleration ability
is deteriorating.
The transmission no lon-
ger changes gear.
Transfer case
This section is only valid for vehicles with 4-
wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is always trans-
mitted to both axles.
!
Performance tests may only be carried out
on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake system
or transfer case could otherwise be damaged.
Contact a qualified specialist workshop for a
performance test.
!
®
Since ESP
tion must be switched off (the SmartKey or
Start/Stop button must be in position 0 or 1)
if:
the electric parking brake is being tested
R
on a brake dynamometer
the vehicle is being towed with only one
R
axle raised (not permitted for vehicles with
4MATIC).
The brake system could otherwise be dam-
aged.
!
Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed
with either the front or the rear axle raised, as
doing so will damage the transmission.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The transmission is losing oil.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop
X
immediately.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
7G-TRONIC: it is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse
gear.
9G-TRONIC: it is only partly possible to engage the gears or the trans-
mission is in position N (Cabriolet).
Stop the vehicle.
X
Shift the transmission to position P.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Wait at least ten seconds before restarting the engine.
X
Shift the transmission to position D or R.
X
7G-TRONIC: If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second
gear, if R is selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear.
Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop
X
immediately.
engages automatically, the igni-
Refueling
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel
incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo-
sion.
You must avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Switch off the engine
and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before
refueling.
G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come
into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children.