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  • Page 1 M e r c e d e s - B e n z S L R M c L a r e n S t i r l i n g M o s s . O w n e r ' s M a n u a l .
  • Page 2 dc_BA.boo Seite 1 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 S L R S t i r l i n g M o s s . O w n e r ' s M a n u a l .
  • Page 3 dc_BA.boo Seite 2 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 S L R . U N L I M I T E D .
  • Page 4 dc_BA.boo Seite 3 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10...
  • Page 5 dc_BA.boo Seite 4 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 T h a n k y o u f o r c h o o s i n g M e r c e d e s - B e n z .
  • Page 6 Items of optional equipment are marked with an asterisk *. The equipment in your vehicle may vary, depending on the national spec- ifications and availability. Mercedes-Benz is constantly updating its vehicles to the state of the art and therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in design, equipment and technical features at any time.
  • Page 7 dc_BA.boo Seite 6 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 T h i n g s t o c o n s i d e r b e f o r e y o u r f i r s t d r i v e...
  • Page 8 dc_BA.boo Seite 7 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Safety notes Safety notes Headgear and goggles Persons in the vehicle Risk of accident and injury Risk of injury You can be hit by dust, stones and other ob- Your vehicle is not designed for the use of jects when driving.
  • Page 9 Always stow heavy items in the boot. cialist workshop that has the necessary tools required for the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at your SLR Service Centre.
  • Page 10 dc_BA.boo Seite 9 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Safety notes Stop driving as soon as possible when it starts to rain and slip on the rain cover. Otherwi- se, the interior or electronic systems could be damaged.
  • Page 11 dc_BA.boo Seite 10 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Centre spar Installing/removing the centre spar The centre spar end seals must be free from Risk of injury dirt and debris before installing the centre spar. Otherwise paintwork damage may occur.
  • Page 12 dc_BA.boo Seite 11 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Centre spar Open tensioning lever 1. Insert rear pin 5 into the rear Risk of accident recess 6 in the direction of arrow. Hold centre spar 2 above the centre of the cabin.
  • Page 13 dc_BA.boo Seite 12 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Tonneaux The tonneaux are located in the boot. Installing/removing the tonneaux The tonneau seals must be dry and free from dirt and debris before installing the tonne- The following describes the installation of aux.
  • Page 14 dc_BA.boo Seite 13 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Tonneaux Turn tensioning lever 1 in the direc- tion of arrow to its stop. Hold tonneau 2 above the cabin. Insert the two latches 3 of the tonne- au into the recesses 4 on the centre spar.
  • Page 15 dc_BA.boo Seite 14 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Tonneaux The vehicle door cannot be closed until the When the tonneaux are wet, dry them with a tonneau is installed correctly. soft cloth before removing. Otherwise water could get into the vehicle interior and cause da- mage to electronic devices.
  • Page 16 dc_BA.boo Seite 15 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Rain cover (Holiday cover) Rain cover (Holiday cover) Slipping rain cover on/off Make sure the rain cover is clean and dry be- Risk of injury fore inserting it in the bag provided with the rain cover.
  • Page 17 dc_BA.boo Seite 16 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Rain cover (Holiday cover) Spread rain cover 1 on the vehicle. Align the rain cover with the water channel and close the boot. The FRONT label is facing towards the front of the vehicle.
  • Page 18 dc_BA.boo Seite 17 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Rain cover (Holiday cover) 6 Fastening strap 7 Buckle a Loose end of fastening strap 8 Buckle Guide fastening strap 6 along the Tighten the rain cover on both sides of 9 Protective cover the vehicle by pulling loose end a of right side of the vehicle and run it...
  • Page 19 dc_BA.boo Seite 18 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Removing the tonneaux/centre spar from the boot and stowing Remove the centre spar 2 from the The centre spar and both tonneaux can be Removing/stowing centre spar stowed in the boot.
  • Page 20 dc_BA.boo Seite 19 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Removing the tonneaux/centre spar from the boot and stowing Removing/stowing tonneaux 3 Fixture Carefully lift the passenger-side tonneau 2 to a tilted position and re- Press the fixtures 3 in the direction of 1 Fastening strap move it from the boot.
  • Page 21 dc_BA.boo Seite 20 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Removing the tonneaux/centre spar from the boot and stowing Proceed in reverse order to stow the passenger-side and driver's side tonne- au in the boot. When you do not intend to remove the driver's side tonneau, fasten it again.
  • Page 22 dc_BA.boo Seite 21 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Things to consider before your first drive Achieving maximum speed Achieving maximum speed Loosen fastening screws 2 using a In order to achieve the maximum speed, Passenger-side wind deflector the following measures must be taken: 4 mm hex key and remove them.
  • Page 23 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at your SLR Ser- 1 Wind deflector vice Centre. In particular, work relevant to...
  • Page 24 Tighten fastening screws 2 with a necessary tools required for the work to be torque spanner to the required tighte- done. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you ning torque of 8 Nm. have such work carried out at your SLR Ser- 1 Cover vice Centre.
  • Page 25 dc_BA.boo Seite 24 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 C o n t e n t s...

  • Page 26: Table Of Contents

    dc_BA.boo Seite 25 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Contents Introduction ........30 Getting started ........46 Safety ..........66 The aim of this manual ......31 Opening..........48 Occupant safety ........68 Symbols..........32 Ignition lock position....... 50 Headgear and goggles ....68 Protection of the environment .....
  • Page 27 dc_BA.boo Seite 26 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Contents Anti-theft systems........ 95 Lighting..........110 On-board computer ......117 Immobiliser ........95 Light switch........110 Multi-function display....117 Anti-theft alarm system....95 Hazard warning lamps....111 Multifunction steering wheel..118 Tow-away protection ......
  • Page 28 dc_BA.boo Seite 27 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Contents Automatic air conditioning....152 Features ..........178 Operation.......... 192 Adjusting the temperature ... 155 Centre console armrest ....178 The first 1,000 miles (1,500 km) ..194 Air vents........155 Floormat, driver's side ....
  • Page 29 dc_BA.boo Seite 28 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Contents Winter driving........219 Brakes.......... 299 Practical advice ....... 232 Winter tyres*........ 219 Engine.......... 300 Where will I find...? ......234 Interchanging wheels Headlamps........303 Warning triangle......234 (winter tyres* only) ...... 220 Steering ........
  • Page 30 Vehicle dimensions ......351 Technical data ........336 Preparing the vehicle ....322 Vehicle weights ........352 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts.... 338 Using the TIREFIT kit ....322 Service products and capacities ..353 Vehicle electronics ......340 Battery maintenance ......329 Petrol..........

  • Page 31: Introduction

    dc_BA.boo Seite 30 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 I n t r o d u c t i o n...

  • Page 32: The Aim Of This Manual

    dc_BA.boo Seite 31 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Introduction The aim of this manual The aim of this manual This Owner's Manual is intended to assist Safety Practical advice you in all situations with your vehicle. Each section has its own colour code to help you This section describes the safety features Here you will find practical help for possi- find the information you require quickly.

  • Page 33: Symbols

    dc_BA.boo Seite 32 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Introduction Symbols You will find the following symbols used in This continuation symbol indi- Environmental note this Owner's Manual: cates an interrupted sequence of actions that will be continued Optional equipment is identified An environmental note gives you tips on the on the next page.

  • Page 34: Protection Of The Environment

    dc_BA.boo Seite 33 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Introduction Protection of the environment Protection of the environment Therefore, bear the following in mind: Style of driving Environmental note Operating conditions Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine. Daimler's declared policy is one of compre- Avoid short trips as this increases fuel hensive environmental protection.

  • Page 35: Operating Safety

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have function correctly and, therefore, not pro- accident and personal injury. such work carried out at an SLR Service...
  • Page 36 Mercedes-Benz recom- specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- has the necessary specialist knowledge and mends that you have such work carried out mends that you have such work carried out tools for the work to be done.

  • Page 37: Correct Use

    Seite 36 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Introduction Operating safety Correct use Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Risk of injury such work carried out at an SLR Service Observe the following information when Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety...

  • Page 38: Fault Data Stored In The Vehicle

    This cated to storing the technical reactions of is performed by authorised employees of vehicle components to driving situations the Mercedes-Benz service network using ® (e.g. the triggering of an airbag, ESP inter- special diagnostic computers.

  • Page 39: At A Glance

    dc_BA.boo Seite 38 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Centre console...
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  • Page 41: Cockpit

    dc_BA.boo Seite 40 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 At a glance Cockpit...
  • Page 42 dc_BA.boo Seite 41 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page 1 Steering wheel gear shift 7 Horn paddles 8 Adjusts the steering wheel 2 Cruise control lever 9 Opens the door Cruise control a Opens the bonnet Speedtronic b Combination switch...

  • Page 43: Instrument Cluster

    dc_BA.boo Seite 42 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 At a glance Instrument cluster...
  • Page 44 dc_BA.boo Seite 43 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 At a glance Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Function Page 1 SRS warning lamp 1 Coolant temperature gauge 3 Left-hand multi-function with display with < Seat belt warning lamp D Coolant warning lamp Total distance recorder 2 Speedometer with Digital speedometer or...

  • Page 45: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    dc_BA.boo Seite 44 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page 1 Left-hand multi-function 4 Scrolling within a menu display in the speedometer ‚ Forwards 2 Right-hand multi-function ƒ Back display in the rev counter Jumping from one menu to an- 3 Selecting the submenu other...

  • Page 46: Centre Console

    dc_BA.boo Seite 45 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 At a glance Centre console Centre console Function Page Function Page 1 Interior lighting 8 Opens the centre console armrest 2 Operates the automatic air conditioning 9 Deactivates ESP ® 3 Selector lever for automatic a Adjusts the exterior mirrors transmission b Unlocks the boot lid...

  • Page 47: Getting Started

    dc_BA.boo Seite 46 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Opening Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...
  • Page 48 dc_BA.boo Seite 47 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10...

  • Page 49: Opening

    If children are left unsupervised in the vehi- ticularly thoroughly if this is your first cle, they could: Mercedes-Benz. open a door from the inside at any time, If you are already familiar with the basic even if it has been locked functions described here, the "Controls in...
  • Page 50 dc_BA.boo Seite 49 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Opening Press the Œ button on the key. Risk of injury The turn signals flash briefly. Because of the carbon fibre the footwell The SBC brake system is activated. could be slippery when wet.

  • Page 51: Ignition Lock Position

    dc_BA.boo Seite 50 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Opening Ignition lock position The indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster light up when the ignition is switched on. They go out when the engine is run- ning.

  • Page 52: Adjusting

    dc_BA.boo Seite 51 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Adjusting Adjusting Seats Position the passenger seat as far back Risk of injury as possible. Vehicle occupants must always wear To reduce the risk of severe or even fatal in- Risk of accident their seat belt correctly ( page 55).
  • Page 53 dc_BA.boo Seite 52 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Adjusting Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Seat height and angle Make sure that there are no other per- sons, animals or objects between the Seat height and angle have been preset vehicle occupants and the deployment prior to delivery of your vehicle and cannot range of the airbags.

  • Page 54: Steering Wheel

    dc_BA.boo Seite 53 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel Steering column fore-and-aft adjustment Press and hold the lever forwards or Risk of accident backwards in the direction of arrow 1 until the steering wheel is in a position Only adjust the steering wheel when the ve- in which your arms are slightly bent hicle is stationary.

  • Page 55: Exterior Mirrors

    dc_BA.boo Seite 54 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Adjusting Exterior mirrors Turn the key in position 1 or 2 in the The convex exterior mirror enlarges your ignition lock. field of vision. Before starting off adjust the exterior mir- Open the centre console armrest The buttons are located under the centre rors in such a way that you can get a good...

  • Page 56: Driving

    dc_BA.boo Seite 55 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Driving Wearing seat belts is not twisted Risk of accident is routed across the middle of your shoulder Do not keep any objects in the driver's foot- Risk of injury well.
  • Page 57 dc_BA.boo Seite 56 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Only one person should use each seat belt Risk of injury Risk of injury at any one time. Persons less than 1.50 m tall cannot wear The seat belt only provides its intended de- Airbags are designed not to be triggered in the seat belts correctly.
  • Page 58 dc_BA.boo Seite 57 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Pull the belt smoothly from seat belt Risk of injury holder 1. Route the belt over your shoulder. You could injure yourself in the event of an Click belt tongue 2 into buckle 3. accident if you use seat belts which: are damaged Pull up on the shoulder belt to tighten...

  • Page 59: Starting The Engine

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have driver and the passenger have fastened such work carried out at an SLR Service their seat belt.
  • Page 60 dc_BA.boo Seite 59 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Press the engine start button 1 once. The engine starts automatically. Information on stopping the engine ( page 64). Automatic transmission gearshift pattern 1 Engine start button P Parking position with selector lever Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- lock tion lock ( page 50).

  • Page 61: Parking Brake

    dc_BA.boo Seite 60 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Parking brake Pulling away Risk of accident Depress the brake pedal and keep it Never leave children unsupervised in the ve- depressed. hicle. They could release the parking brake. The selector lever lock is released.

  • Page 62: Switching On The Headlamps

    dc_BA.boo Seite 61 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Switching on the headlamps Do not drive at high engine speeds until the Risk of accident engine has warmed up. This will protect the en- gine. There is no power assistance for the steer- Upshifts are made at higher engine speeds ing or the service brake when the engine is after a cold start.

  • Page 63: Turn Signals

    dc_BA.boo Seite 62 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Switching on the main-beam Push the combination switch in the di- Turn signals rection of arrow 1. headlamps The main-beam indicator lamp A lights up in the rev counter. Switching on the headlamp flasher Pull the combination switch briefly in the direction of arrow 2.
  • Page 64 dc_BA.boo Seite 63 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Driving Push the combination switch in the di- rection of arrow 1 or 2. The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp flashes in the speedometer dis- play. The combination switch returns to its original position automatically after wide steering movements.

  • Page 65: Parking And Locking

    dc_BA.boo Seite 64 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Parking and locking Parking brake Stopping the engine Risk of accident Move the selector lever to P. Never leave children unsupervised in the ve- On steep slopes, turn the front wheels to- hicle.

  • Page 66: Closing

    dc_BA.boo Seite 65 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Getting started Parking and locking Closing Exit the vehicle and close the doors. Press the ‹ button on the key when you leave the vehicle. Risk of accident The turn signals flash three times. The anti-theft alarm system is activated.

  • Page 67: Safety

    dc_BA.boo Seite 66 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Driving safety systems Performance enhancement system Anti-theft systems...
  • Page 68 dc_BA.boo Seite 67 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10...

  • Page 69: Occupant Safety

    dc_BA.boo Seite 68 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Headgear and goggles Persons in the vehicle Risk of accident and injury Risk of injury You can be hit by dust, stones and other ob- Your vehicle is not designed for the use of jects when driving.
  • Page 70 dc_BA.boo Seite 69 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Suitable seat positions for child re- straint systems Weight categories and ages Child seat on the passenger seat Category 0: up to 10 kg up to approximately 9 months Category 0+: up to 13 kg up to approximately 18 months Category I: 9 to 18 kg...

  • Page 71: Restraint Systems

    dc_BA.boo Seite 70 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Restraint systems However, seat belts and airbags are gener- An airbag increases the protection of vehicle ally unable to prevent injuries caused by occupants wearing a seat belt.However, airbags This section will familiarise you with the objects penetrating the vehicle from the are only an additional restraint system which...

  • Page 72: Airbags

    dc_BA.boo Seite 71 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety the seat belt helps to keep the vehicle occu- Airbags pant in the best position in relation to the air- Risk of injury Modifications to or work incorrectly carried Risk of injury for example, in a head-on collision, the seat belt can more adequately prevent the occu-...

  • Page 73: Seat Belts

    dc_BA.boo Seite 72 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Seat belts is not twisted Risk of injury is routed across the middle of your Seat belts are the most important restraint shoulder A seat belt which is not worn, which is worn systems.
  • Page 74 dc_BA.boo Seite 73 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Do not route the belt strap across sharp- Risk of injury Risk of injury edged or fragile objects, especially if these are on or in your clothing, e.g. spectacles, The seat belt only provides its intended de- The seat belt cannot perform its protective pencils, keys, etc.

  • Page 75: (Supplemental Restraint System)

    Work on the seat belts should always be car- ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Belt force limiters Risk of injury Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Airbag system with airbag control unit such work carried out at an SLR Service A malfunction has occurred if the...
  • Page 76 Mercedes-Benz recommends that milliseconds. the first stage the airbag control unit you have such work carried out at an SLR pre-emptively triggers the belt tensioners.
  • Page 77 dc_BA.boo Seite 76 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Criteria for the triggering of belt ten- Vehicle deceleration or acceleration and Airbags are not deployed in all types of acci- sioners and airbags force direction are essentially determined dent.
  • Page 78 dc_BA.boo Seite 77 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety The vehicle may be substantially deformed Belt tensioners, belt force limiters Belt tensioners do not correct incorrect sit- without an airbag being deployed, e.g. if ting positions or incorrectly worn seat belts. The seat belts are equipped with: only relatively easily-deformable vehicle Belt tensioners do not pull vehicle occupants...
  • Page 79 Mercedes-Benz recommends that e.g. injuries caused by an airbag inflating on the passenger side only if the pas-...
  • Page 80 dc_BA.boo Seite 79 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety The driver's chest should be as far away Do not rest your feet on the dashboard. Risk of injury from the middle of the driver's front air- Only hold the steering wheel by the out- bag cover as possible.
  • Page 81 The airbag deploys within milliseconds. accident. The 1 warning lamp lights up. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular, work If the airbags are deployed, you will hear a...
  • Page 82 dc_BA.boo Seite 81 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety Front airbags if the vehicle overturns, only if high ve- Risk of injury hicle longitudinal deceleration is de- The front airbags increase the protection tected afforded to the driver and passenger A small amount of fine powder is released as against head and chest injuries.
  • Page 83 dc_BA.boo Seite 82 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Occupant safety The driver's front airbag 1 deploys in Occupant classification in the passen- front of the steering wheel and the passen- ger seat ger front airbag 2 deploys in front of and Occupants are classified by a weight above the dashboard.

  • Page 84: Driving Safety Systems

    dc_BA.boo Seite 83 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Driving safety systems Driving safety systems In this section, you will find information ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Risk of accident about the following driving safety systems: ABS adjusts the brake pressure in such a ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) The risk of an accident increases if you drive way that the wheels do not lock when you...

  • Page 85: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    dc_BA.boo Seite 84 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Driving safety systems Braking BAS (Brake Assist System) Risk of accident If ABS cuts in while you are braking, BAS operates in emergency braking situa- the v ABS/ESP ® warning lamp in the Always adapt your driving style to suit the tions.

  • Page 86: Esp ® (Electronic Stability Program)

    dc_BA.boo Seite 85 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Driving safety systems ® (Electronic Stability Program) Risk of accident Risk of accident ® monitors driving stability and trac- Proceed as follows, if the v ABS/ESP ® If BAS has malfunctioned, the braking sys- tion, i.e.
  • Page 87 dc_BA.boo Seite 86 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Driving safety systems ® Traction control remains active even if you Deactivating/activating ESP The ignition must be switched off if the park- ® deactivate ESP ( page 86). ing brake is being tested using a dynamometer. ®...
  • Page 88 dc_BA.boo Seite 87 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Driving safety systems ® ® When you deactivate ESP Deactivating ESP Risk of accident ® no longer improves driving The button is located under the centre con- stability sole armrest. is deactivated if the v ABS/ESP ®...

  • Page 89: Sbc Tm Brake System

    If the SBC brake system malfunctions, Have the SBC brake system checked as Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have soon as possible at a qualified specialist the vehicle transported on a transporter or workshop which has the necessary special- trailer.
  • Page 90 When releasing the brake pedal, you may feel it switch on the ignition Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have pulsate, and you may hear a noise. This noise in- such work carried out at an SLR Service...
  • Page 91 Installation and examination of brake sys- tem assemblies requires specialist knowl- Consult your PLM or an SLR Service Centre edge. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you before operating the vehicle under such de- have such work carried out at an SLR Serv- manding operating conditions for more informa- ice Centre.
  • Page 92 Mercedes-Benz could af- od of time. This improves the grip of the brakes to grind by resting your foot on the fect your vehicle's operating safety.
  • Page 93 dc_BA.boo Seite 92 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Driving safety systems The first time the brakes are applied af- Note that braking performance on salt- To avoid this danger, you should: ter a long period of driving on a wet ed road surfaces can be limited.

  • Page 94: Performance Enhancement System

    dc_BA.boo Seite 93 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Performance enhancement system Performance enhancement system Airbrake In winter conditions, the maximum effect of Risk of accident the Airbrake can only be achieved if you use win- The Airbrake enhances the vehicle's driv- ter tyres (M+S tyres), with snow chains if The risk of an accident increases if you: necessary.
  • Page 95 dc_BA.boo Seite 94 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Performance enhancement system Make sure that the ignition is switched Switching off the manual mode Rapid braking During hard braking at a speed of more Before deactivating manual mode, check All the lights in the instrument cluster than 60 mph (95 km/h), the Airbrake auto- the Airbrake for any objects which may have be-...

  • Page 96: Anti-Theft Systems

    dc_BA.boo Seite 95 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Anti-theft systems Anti-theft systems Immobiliser Anti-theft alarm system Priming the alarm system Press the ‹ button on the key. The immobiliser prevents your vehicle A visual and audible alarm is triggered if The anti-theft alarm system is primed from being started by an unauthorised the alarm system is primed and...

  • Page 97: Tow-Away Protection

    dc_BA.boo Seite 96 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Anti-theft systems Tow-away protection Deactivating tow-away protection The button is located under the centre con- sole armrest. Tow-away protection is automatically de- A visual and audible alarm is triggered if activated when you unlock your vehicle us- the vehicle's inclination is altered while ing the key.

  • Page 98: Interior Motion Sensor

    dc_BA.boo Seite 97 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Anti-theft systems Switch off the ignition and remove the Interior motion sensor To prevent false alarms, observe the follow- key. ing: A visual and audible alarm is triggered if Do not leave anything on or next to the cen- You cannot deactivate tow-away protection your vehicle is locked and movement is de- tre console armrest.
  • Page 99 dc_BA.boo Seite 98 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Safety Anti-theft systems Deactivating the interior motion sensor Remove the key from the ignition lock. Deactivate the interior motion sensor if Open the centre console armrest people or animals are to remain in the ( page 178).
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  • Page 101: Controls In Detail

    dc_BA.boo Seite 100 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Lighting Instrument cluster On-board computer Automatic transmission Automatic air conditioning Driving systems Loading and stowing Features...
  • Page 102 dc_BA.boo Seite 101 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10...

  • Page 103: Opening And Closing

    dc_BA.boo Seite 102 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing You will find detailed information about Keys your vehicle's functions in the "Controls in The vehicle's equipment includes two re- detail" section. You will find this section mote control keys.
  • Page 104 dc_BA.boo Seite 103 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Factory setting Central locking Do not expose the key to high levels of elec- tromagnetic radiation. Doing so may cause it to Press the ‹ button on the key. function incorrectly.
  • Page 105 dc_BA.boo Seite 104 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Individual settings The key will then function as follows: Resetting to the factory setting Press both the Œ and ‹ buttons If you frequently travel alone, you may wish Unlocking the driver's door to change how the key functions.

  • Page 106: Opening A Door From The Inside

    dc_BA.boo Seite 105 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Checking the battery Unlocking and opening the boot lid Opening a door from the inside Press the ‹ or Œ button. You can unlock and open the boot sepa- You can open a door from the inside at any rately.

  • Page 107: Opening The Boot Lid

    dc_BA.boo Seite 106 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Opening the boot lid Opening the boot from the inside Ensure sufficient side- and overhead clear- ance prior to opening the doors, see "Vehicle di- mensions"...

  • Page 108: Opening The Boot From The Inside. 106 Closing The Boot Lid

    dc_BA.boo Seite 107 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Open the centre console armrest Closing the boot lid ( page 178). Press remote opening switch 1 until Risk of injury the boot lid unlocks and opens slightly. Make sure that nobody can be trapped as you close the boot lid.

  • Page 109: Boot Lid Emergency Opening

    dc_BA.boo Seite 108 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Boot lid emergency opening Briefly press the emergency opening Do not pull on the Airbrake to close the boot switch. lid. Otherwise, the Airbrake or the trim panel could be damaged.

  • Page 110: Automatic Locking

    dc_BA.boo Seite 109 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Opening and closing Automatic locking The doors unlock automatically in an acci- dent if the force of the impact exceeds a prede- The doors and the boot lid lock automati- termined level.

  • Page 111: Lighting

    For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz rec- traffic. To avoid this you must change the head- ommends that you drive with the lights lamps to symmetrical dipped-beam.

  • Page 112: Hazard Warning Lamps

    dc_BA.boo Seite 111 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Lighting Constant headlamp mode Hazard warning lamps A warning tone sounds if you remove the key from the ignition lock and open the driver's door You can set constant headlamp mode us- The hazard warning lamps operate even if while the side lamps or dipped-beam headlamps ing the on-board computer ( page 136).

  • Page 113: Interior Lighting

    dc_BA.boo Seite 112 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Lighting Switching on the hazard warning lamps Interior lighting Automatic control Press the hazard warning lamps The interior lighting switches on when you: button 1. unlock the vehicle All the turn signal lamps flash.

  • Page 114: Boot Lighting

    dc_BA.boo Seite 113 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Lighting Manual control Boot lighting The boot lighting comes on when you open Switching on the interior lighting the boot lid. Press button 1. If you keep the boot lid open for a lengthy The interior lighting 2 comes on.

  • Page 115: Instrument Cluster

    No messages can be displayed if there is a The displays in the instrument cluster are required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that malfunction in the instrument cluster activated when you: you have such work carried out at an SLR and/or the multi-function display.

  • Page 116: Adjusting The Instrument Lighting

    dc_BA.boo Seite 115 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Instrument cluster Adjusting the instrument lighting Dimmer Coolant temperature gauge Turn the reset button in the instrument You can adjust the brightness of the instru- The coolant temperature gauge is located cluster anti-clockwise.

  • Page 117: Resetting The Trip Meter

    dc_BA.boo Seite 116 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Instrument cluster Resetting the trip meter Rev counter Outside temperature display Press the è or ÿ button repeat- The red band in the rev counter indicates edly until the standard display appears the engine's overrevving range.

  • Page 118: On-Board Computer

    dc_BA.boo Seite 117 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer On-board computer The on-board computer is activated as Multi-function display soon as you turn the key in the ignition to The multi-function display comprises the position 1. You can use the on-board com- displays in the speedometer and rev coun- puter to look up information relating to ter.

  • Page 119: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    dc_BA.boo Seite 118 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Multifunction steering wheel 1 Left-hand multi-function display in 4 Scrolling within a menu the speedometer ‚ Forwards You can control the multi-function display 2 Right-hand multi-function display in and the settings in the on-board computer ƒ...
  • Page 120 dc_BA.boo Seite 119 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer The multi-function display changes when You can think of the order of the menus menu contains submenus in- Settings you press one of these buttons on the mul- and functions in a menu as a circle: stead of functions with which you can call tifunction steering wheel.

  • Page 121: Overview Of The Individual Menus

    dc_BA.boo Seite 120 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer The explanations for the menus 1 to 5 Overview of the individual menus This is what the displays look like when you scroll through the menus. are shown in the following table.
  • Page 122 dc_BA.boo Seite 121 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Standard display SLR Stirling Moss Message memory Settings Trip computer ( page 122) ( page 123) ( page 127) ( page 128) ( page 140)

  • Page 123: Standard Display Menu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 122 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Standard display menu If you see a different display, press the You can select the following functions in è or ÿ button repeatedly until the standard display by pressing the ƒ or ‚...

  • Page 124: Menu Slr Stirling Moss

    dc_BA.boo Seite 123 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Displaying the digital speedometer or Menu SLR Stirling Moss The engine oil temperature symbol flashes if the outside temperature the engine oil temperature has not yet reached The first display of the SLR Stirling Moss 80 °C.
  • Page 125 dc_BA.boo Seite 124 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Displaying the on-board voltage RACETIMER You can start the RACETIMER if the engine is running or the key is in position 2 in the ignition Press the è or ÿ button repeat- The RACETIMER enables measurements of lock.
  • Page 126 dc_BA.boo Seite 125 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the ç button again within five Stopping the RACETIMER Resetting the current lap seconds. Press the æ button. Press the æ button while the timer The intermediate displayed time is is running.
  • Page 127 dc_BA.boo Seite 126 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the ‚ button repeatedly until Press the reset button on the instru- Displaying the lap analysis ment cluster twice ( page 43). you see the overall analysis. This function is only available if you have Press the æ...

  • Page 128: Message Memory Menu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 127 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the è or ÿ button repeat- Message memory menu edly until you return to the original Any messages that have been stored can menu or see a message stored in the be called up in the Message memory message memory.

  • Page 129: Settings Menu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 128 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the ƒ or ‚ button. Settings menu The following settings options and sub- menus are available to you: You can scroll through the malfunction Settings menu has two functions: messages in order.

  • Page 130: Restoring The Factory Settings

    dc_BA.boo Seite 129 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Restoring the factory settings Press the reset button again. You can reset the functions of almost all The functions of most of the submenus the submenus to the factory settings. are reset to the factory settings.

  • Page 131: Submenus In The Settings Menu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 130 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Submenus in the Settings menu Press the è or ÿ button repeat- edly until the menu appears Settings in the left-hand multi-function display. Press the ‚ button. The collection of submenus appears in Press the ç...
  • Page 132 dc_BA.boo Seite 131 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer This table shows the settings you can make in the individual submenus. You will find additional information on the following pages. Instrument cluster Time Lighting Vehicle Selecting the unit for the speed- Setting the time (minutes) Setting the constant headlamp...

  • Page 133: Instrument Cluster Submenu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 132 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the ‚or ƒ button repeat- Instrument cluster submenu Selecting the unit for the speedometer edly until the following message ap- You can access the sub- The selected units of distance apply for Instr.
  • Page 134 dc_BA.boo Seite 133 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the æ or ç button to se- Selecting the unit for the digital Selecting the standard display speedometer lect whether to display the outside Vehicles for United Kingdom: this submenu temperature or the speed in the stand- is not available.

  • Page 135: Time Submenu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 134 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Selecting the language Select the language in which the Time submenu on-board computer messages are to be Move the bar to the You can access the submenu via the Instr.

  • Page 136: Lighting Submenu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 135 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Setting the time (hours) Setting the time (minutes) Lighting submenu Move the bar to the submenu us- Move the bar to the submenu us- You can access the submenu via Time Time...
  • Page 137 dc_BA.boo Seite 136 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Setting the constant headlamp mode The current setting is highlighted. Setting the locator lighting If you have set constant headlamp mode If you switch on the locator lighting, the fol- and the light switch is in position M, the lowing light up after you have unlocked the side lamps, dipped-beam headlamps and...
  • Page 138 dc_BA.boo Seite 137 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the ‚ or ƒbutton repeat- Setting the exterior lighting delayed Move the bar to the sub- Lighting menu using the æ or ç button. edly until the following message ap- switch-off pears in the left-hand multi-function Press the ‚...
  • Page 139 dc_BA.boo Seite 138 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer You can temporarily deactivate delayed Setting the interior lighting delayed switch-off: switch-off Turn the key back to position 0 in the Interior lighting delayed ignition lock before leaving the vehicle. function allows you to set switch-off whether or not the interior lights should re-...

  • Page 140: Vehicle Submenu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 139 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the ‚ or ƒ button repeat- Vehicle submenu Setting the automatic locking edly until the following message ap- You can access the submenu via function allows Vehicle Automatic door lock pears in the left-hand multi-function...

  • Page 141: Trip Computer Menu

    dc_BA.boo Seite 140 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Press the ‚ or ƒ button repeat- Trip computer menu If you turn the key in the ignition lock to po- edly until the following message ap- sition 0 or remove it, all the values relating You can call up statistical data for your ve- pears in the left-hand multi-function...
  • Page 142 dc_BA.boo Seite 141 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Consumption statistics from the last Resetting the consumption statistics reset Press the ÿ or è button repeat- Press the ÿ or è button repeat- edly until the first function appears in edly until the first function appears in the trip computer menu.
  • Page 143 dc_BA.boo Seite 142 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail On-board computer Calling up the range Press the ÿ or è button repeat- edly until the first function appears in the trip computer menu. Press the ‚ or ƒ button repeat- edly until the following message ap- If there is only a little fuel in the fuel tank, pears in the left-hand multi-function...

  • Page 144: Automatic Transmission

    dc_BA.boo Seite 143 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Automatic transmission The individual gears are selected automat- Do not change down for additional engine Risk of accident ically. The gear selected depends on: braking on a slippery surface. The drive selector lever position D with shift wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle The movement of the pedals should not be...

  • Page 145: Selector Lever Positions

    dc_BA.boo Seite 144 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Selector lever positions Meaning Meaning ë ê Neutral Drive Meaning No power is transmitted from the The transmission changes gear ì Parking lock engine to the drive wheels. Re- automatically.

  • Page 146: One-Touch Gearshifting

    dc_BA.boo Seite 145 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission One-touch gearshifting Downshifting If you press the selector lever towards D– when the speed of the vehicle is too high, the Press the selector lever briefly to the When the selector lever is in position D you transmission will not shift down, thus preventing left towards D–.

  • Page 147: Shift Ranges

    dc_BA.boo Seite 146 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Selecting the ideal shift range If, when driving in shift program S the maxi- Meaning mum engine speed for the shift range has been ç Press and hold the selector lever to- The transmission shifts as far as reached, the transmission shifts up automatical- wards D–.

  • Page 148: Program Selector Button

    dc_BA.boo Seite 147 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Program selector button Press and hold program selector but- Accelerator pedal position ton e to change the setting. Your style of driving influences how the The selected gearshift program ap- automatic transmission shifts gear: pears in the right-hand multi-function Little throttle –...

  • Page 149: Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles And Manual Gearshift Program

    dc_BA.boo Seite 148 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Kickdown Steering wheel gearshift paddles and You can change gears using the steering manual gearshift program wheel gearshift paddles independent of the cur- Kickdown in manual gearshift program M is rently selected gearshift program (M/S).
  • Page 150 dc_BA.boo Seite 149 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Downshifting Manual gearshift program Switching on the manual gearshift pro- gram In the manual gearshift program M you can perform manual gearshifts using the steer- Risk of accident ing wheel gearshift paddles ( page 148) Do not change down for additional engine or the selector lever ( page 145).
  • Page 151 dc_BA.boo Seite 150 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Upshifting If you have selected the SLR Stirling Moss Downshifting menu ( page 123) and appears in the Pull paddle 2 on the right of the steer- right-hand multi-function display in addi- ing wheel.
  • Page 152 dc_BA.boo Seite 151 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Press the selector lever briefly to the Switching off the manual gearshift pro- left towards D–. gram The transmission shifts to the next gear Press and hold program selector button e again to change the set- down.

  • Page 153: Automatic Air Conditioning

    dc_BA.boo Seite 152 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic air conditioning...
  • Page 154 dc_BA.boo Seite 153 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic air conditioning To ensure that air can flow unhindered Function Risk of injury through the vents, make sure that the air 1 Fixed side air vent, left vents in the vehicle interior are always Very hot or very cold air may flow out of the 2 Fixed side air vent, right...
  • Page 155 dc_BA.boo Seite 154 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic air conditioning The automatic air conditioning is opera- Function tional while the engine is running. You can 1 To control air distribution, left, auto- allow the air conditioning system to adjust matically or manually automatically or you can control it manual- 2 Airflow control automatic or manual...

  • Page 156: Adjusting The Temperature

    dc_BA.boo Seite 155 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic air conditioning To increase the temperature: Air vents Environmental note Turn temperature thumbwheels 4 Your vehicle is equipped with: and 8 clockwise. The cooling uses the refrigerant R 134 A. two adjustable centre air vents 3 This refrigerant does not damage the earth's The automatic air conditioning adjusts...

  • Page 157: Adjusting The Airflow

    dc_BA.boo Seite 156 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic air conditioning Adjusting the airflow Adjusting the air distribution Manual mode Press the air-distribution control 1 or The airflow for the entire vehicle can be set The air distribution for each side of the ve- to automatic or manual mode using airflow hicle can be set to automatic or manual The U logo on the control goes out.

  • Page 158: Ventilation

    dc_BA.boo Seite 157 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic air conditioning Residual heat and auxiliary ventilation Switching off Switching off the automatic air conditioning Press the T button again. You can heat or ventilate the vehicle when The indicator lamp on the T button stationary for up to 30 minutes.

  • Page 159: Cooling With Dehumidification

    dc_BA.boo Seite 158 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Automatic air conditioning Switching on Cooling with dehumidification Switching off There are several ways to switch the auto- You can switch off the cooling. The air in The cooling function is operational when matic air conditioning back on: the vehicle will then no longer be cooled.

  • Page 160: Driving Systems

    dc_BA.boo Seite 159 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Driving systems Your vehicle's driving systems are de- Cruise control Cruise control/SBC Stop: scribed on the following pages: LIM indicator lamp off Cruise control maintains a constant vehi- Cruise control, Speedtronic and Variable Speedtronic: cle speed.
  • Page 161 dc_BA.boo Seite 160 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Selecting cruise control Risk of accident Check whether cruise control is switched on. The LIM indicator Do not use cruise control: lamp 6 is not then lit up. if road and traffic conditions do not per- Otherwise, press the cruise control le- mit a constant driving speed to be main-...
  • Page 162 dc_BA.boo Seite 161 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Release the accelerator pedal. Press the cruise control lever briefly in Setting a lower speed the direction of arrow 4 ( page 160). Cruise control is switched on. Press and hold the cruise control lever Cruise control adjusts the vehicle's in the direction of arrow 2...
  • Page 163 dc_BA.boo Seite 162 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Fine adjustment in 0.5 mph (1 km/h) in- Press the cruise control lever briefly in The cruise control is deactivated automat- the direction of arrow 3 ( page 160). crements ically, when: Cruise control is switched off.

  • Page 164: Speedtronic

    dc_BA.boo Seite 163 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Speedtronic Variable Speedtronic Risk of accident The cruise control lever is used to operate: Speedtronic is used to ensure that you do Speedtronic is only an aid designed to assist Cruise control ( page 159) not exceed the set speed.
  • Page 165 dc_BA.boo Seite 164 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Selecting variable Speedtronic Risk of accident Check whether Speedtronic is activat- ed. The LIM indicator lamp 6 must be If there is a change of drivers, advise the lit.
  • Page 166 dc_BA.boo Seite 165 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Storing a new speed Fine adjustment in 5 mph (10 km/h) Speedtronic may be unable to prevent the increments limit speed from being exceeded on downhill gra- Press the cruise control lever briefly in dients.
  • Page 167 dc_BA.boo Seite 166 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Press and hold the cruise control lever Switching variable Speedtronic off Variable Speedtronic switches off auto- in the direction of arrow 2 matically if: There are various ways of switching varia- ( page 164) until the desired speed ble Speedtronic off: you depress the accelerator pedal be-...
  • Page 168 dc_BA.boo Seite 167 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Permanent Speedtronic Setting permanent Speedtronic You can use the on-board computer to lim- Make sure that the key is in position 1 it the speed permanently to a value be- in the ignition lock.

  • Page 169: Sbc Stop

    dc_BA.boo Seite 168 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems SBC Stop The cruise control lever is used to operate: Risk of accident Cruise control ( page 159) SBC Stop can help reduce the strain on the SBC Stop does not take into account any Variable Speedtronic ( page 163) driver when driving in traffic jams:...
  • Page 170 dc_BA.boo Seite 169 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating SBC Stop Press the cruise control lever briefly in the direction of arrows 1, 2 or 4. You can only activate SBC Stop if: SBC Stop is activated. The SBC S the vehicle is stationary or moving message appears in the left-hand...
  • Page 171 dc_BA.boo Seite 170 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems You cannot activate SBC Stop if: Deactivating SBC Stop SBC Stop is automatically deactivated if: the parking brake is applied Press the cruise control lever briefly in the vehicle is accelerated to speeds the direction of arrow 3.
  • Page 172 dc_BA.boo Seite 171 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Move the selector lever to P to prevent there is a malfunction in the system or in Risk of accident the vehicle from rolling away. the power supply (e.g. battery failure) SBC Stop is deactivated and the warn- the electrical system in the engine com- Do not get out of the vehicle when SBC Stop...

  • Page 173: Sbc Hold

    dc_BA.boo Seite 172 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Depress the brake pedal immediately. SBC Hold Activating SBC Hold Move the selector lever to P to prevent You can activate SBC Hold if: SBC Hold helps reduce the strain on the the vehicle from rolling away.
  • Page 174 dc_BA.boo Seite 173 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Risk of accident Risk of accident The vehicle is braked when SBC Hold is acti- Never get out of the vehicle when SBC Hold vated. For this reason, deactivate SBC Hold is activated.
  • Page 175 dc_BA.boo Seite 174 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems If SBC Hold is active, the warning In addition to the warning in the multi-func- Selector Risk of accident appears in the multi-function tion display, the horn will sound intermit- lever to P display if: tently, if SBC Hold is activated and you:...
  • Page 176 dc_BA.boo Seite 175 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Driving systems Depress the brake pedal immediately. Move the selector lever immediately to position P. SBC Hold is deactivated and the horn sound ceases. If the ignition has been switched off, the en- gine cannot be started again until SBC Hold has been deactivated.

  • Page 177: Loading And Stowing

    dc_BA.boo Seite 176 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Loading and stowing Mesh pocket in passenger footwell Risk of injury Risk of injury Items on the passenger seat could cause in- Heavy items on the passenger seat could Risk of injury juries in the event of sharp braking, a sud- trigger the occupant classification system.

  • Page 178: Stowage Compartments In The Doors And Door Sills

    dc_BA.boo Seite 177 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Loading and stowing Stowage compartments in the doors Boot rack and door sills Risk of accident Risk of injury This vehicle has not been designed to ac- Only use the stowage compartments to commodate any type of boot rack.

  • Page 179: Centre Console Armrest

    dc_BA.boo Seite 178 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Centre console armrest Floormat, driver's side Removing Risk of accident Make sure that any floormats or carpets be- ing used do not cause an obstruction and are properly secured. The floormats must always be correctly se- cured with eyelets 1 and retainers 2.

  • Page 180: 12-V Sockets

    dc_BA.boo Seite 179 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Fitting 12-V sockets The 12-V sockets can be used for accesso- ries with a maximum power consumption of 180 W. They are located on the right-hand side in the boot and in the pas- senger footwell.

  • Page 181: Dust Cover

    dc_BA.boo Seite 180 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Dust cover Slipping dust cover on/off To avoid damage to the vehicle and the dust cover, observe the following: Place the rolled-up dust cover with its Use the dust cover only when the vehicle is dark grey side facing downwards on Risk of injury garaged.

  • Page 182: Residual Heat And Auxiliary Rain Cover (Holiday Cover)

    dc_BA.boo Seite 181 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features On the rear left, pull down the dust cov- Rain cover (Holiday cover) er below the bumper. Pull down the dust cover on the left Risk of injury side of the vehicle.
  • Page 183 dc_BA.boo Seite 182 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Spread rain cover 1 on the vehicle. Slipping rain cover on/off Make sure the rain cover is clean and dry be- fore inserting it in the bag provided with the rain The rain cover is located in a storage bag in The FRONT label is facing towards the cover.
  • Page 184 dc_BA.boo Seite 183 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Align the rain cover with the water channel and close the boot. The rain cover is fixed between the boot lid and the rain channel. 5 Elastic 6 Fastening strap Pull elastics 5 along both sides of the Guide fastening strap 6 along the...

  • Page 185: Centre Spar

    dc_BA.boo Seite 184 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Centre spar Risk of injury Do not use the passenger seat when the centre spar is installed. The occupant classi- fication system could deploy the passenger air bag in the event of an accident. The air bag cannot protect as intended when the 7 Buckle a Loose end of fastening strap...
  • Page 186 dc_BA.boo Seite 185 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Open tensioning lever 1. Installing/removing the centre spar Thus, when the centre spar is installed and The centre spar is located in the boot Hold centre spar 2 above the centre the passenger seat is recognised as occu- ( page 189).

  • Page 187: Switching Off The Automatic Air Tonneaux

    dc_BA.boo Seite 186 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Insert rear pin 5 into the rear Tonneaux Risk of accident recess 6 in the direction of arrow. The tonneaux are located in the boot If the centre spar is not properly locked, it ( page 189).
  • Page 188 dc_BA.boo Seite 187 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Turn tensioning lever 1 in the direc- Installing/removing the tonneaux tion of arrow to its stop. Driver’s side only: Move the steering wheel to its lowest position Hold tonneau 2 above the cabin.
  • Page 189 dc_BA.boo Seite 188 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features The vehicle door cannot be closed until the When the tonneaux are wet, dry them with a tonneau is installed correctly. soft cloth before removing. Otherwise water could get into the vehicle interior and cause damage to electronic devices.

  • Page 190: Spar From The Boot And Stowing

    dc_BA.boo Seite 189 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Remove the centre spar 2 from the Removing the tonneaux/centre spar Removing/stowing centre spar from the boot and stowing boot. Fasten both fastening straps 1. The centre spar and both tonneaux can be Proceed in reverse order to stow the stowed in the boot.
  • Page 191 dc_BA.boo Seite 190 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Removing/stowing tonneaux 3 Fixture Carefully lift the passenger-side tonneau 2 to a tilted position and re- 1 Fastening strap Press the fixtures 3 in the direction of move it from the boot.
  • Page 192 dc_BA.boo Seite 191 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Controls in detail Features Proceed in reverse order to stow the passenger-side and driver's side ton- neau in the boot. When you do not intend to remove the driver's side tonneau, fasten it again. 4 Driver's side tonneau 5 Fixture 6 Fastening strap...

  • Page 193: Operation

    dc_BA.boo Seite 192 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation The first 1,000 miles (1,500 km) Refuelling Engine compartment Boot Tyres and wheels Winter driving Achieving maximum speed Driving abroad Service Care...
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  • Page 195: The First 1,000 Miles (1,500 Km)

    dc_BA.boo Seite 194 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation The first 1,000 miles (1,500 km) You will find detailed information about op- If you treat the engine with sufficient care Change gear in good time. erating, maintaining and caring for your ve- from the very start, it will reward you with As far as possible, avoid depressing the hicle in the "Operation"...

  • Page 196: Refuelling

    dc_BA.boo Seite 195 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Refuelling Refuelling The fuel filler flap is located at the rear on Risk of explosion the right-hand side. You lock and unlock the fuel filler flap automatically with the re- Fuel is highly flammable.

  • Page 197: Petrol (En 228)

    Damage caused by such unapproved fuels or ad- Lower lever 1 back into rest position. quality on the filling pump. ditives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz defect liability. For maximum engine performance the use of 98 RON/88 MON unleaded petrol is recom- Leaded petrol mended.
  • Page 198 dc_BA.boo Seite 197 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Refuelling Consult your PLM or any SLR Service Centre before using leaded petrol. Leaded petrol damages the catalytic con- verter. If you exceed the interval for replacing the spark plugs, this may cause increased wear and engine damage.

  • Page 199: Engine Compartment

    dc_BA.boo Seite 198 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Engine compartment Bonnet The engine has an electronic ignition system which carries a high voltage. For this reason Opening you must never touch any ignition system components (ignition coil, ignition cables, spark plug connections, test socket) while: Risk of injury the engine is running...
  • Page 200 dc_BA.boo Seite 199 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Engine compartment The bonnet release lever is located in the Make sure that there is sufficient clearance Risk of injury driver's footwell. before opening the bonnet. A minimum clear- ance in front of the vehicle of 40 cm is required. The quarter-turn fasteners may become hot Pull release lever 2 downwards.
  • Page 201 dc_BA.boo Seite 200 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Engine compartment Closing Risk of injury Make sure that nobody can be trapped as you close the bonnet. Pull the bonnet towards you to the Make sure that there is sufficient clearance stop.

  • Page 202: Engine Oil

    dc_BA.boo Seite 201 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Engine compartment Check that the bonnet is properly Engine oil Ensure that the rollers at the rear of the bon- closed. net are engaged and the guide pins line up with the guide holes.
  • Page 203 dc_BA.boo Seite 202 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Engine compartment Checking the engine oil level When you check the oil level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground and at nor- mal operating temperature (min. 80 °C). Wait for at least 30 seconds with en- gine still at idle.

  • Page 204: Transmission Oil Level

    Otherwise, you could burn yourself. lems with gear shifts. Environmental note Mercedes-Benz recommends Mobil 1 brand synthetic engine oil with the specifi- When topping up the oil, take care not to cation SAE 5W-50. spill any. Oil must not be allowed to escape Unscrew cap 2 on the filler neck.

  • Page 205: Coolant

    dc_BA.boo Seite 204 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Engine compartment Coolant Further unscrew the cap anti-clockwise and remove it. Coolant is a mixture of water, antifreeze The coolant level is correct if: and corrosion inhibitor. Only check the the level of the coolant when cold coolant level when the vehicle is standing reaches the upper mark on the...

  • Page 206: Boot

    Only have the batteries replaced with bat- teries which have been approved for Battery acid is caustic. Avoid Your vehicle is equipped with two batter- Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Have this work contact with the skin, eyes or ies. carried out at a qualified specialist work- clothing.
  • Page 207 Operation Boot Environmental note Do not dispose of batteries with the house- hold rubbish. Take faulty batteries to a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or a special collection point for old batteries. For further information on battery maintenance, see ( page 329).

  • Page 208: Tyres And Wheels

    ABS or ESP damage cannot always be detected on retreaded If you use other tyres and wheels, tyres. As a result, Mercedes-Benz cannot guar- Mercedes- Benz cannot accept any re- antee vehicle safety if retreaded tyres are fitted.
  • Page 209 dc_BA.boo Seite 208 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Modification work on the brake system With new tires, avoid high-speed cor- Risk of accident and wheels is not permitted, nor is the use nering for the first 100 miles (160 km). of spacer plates or brake dust shields.
  • Page 210 dc_BA.boo Seite 209 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Notes on regularly inspecting tyres and Regularly check the pressure of all your While driving, pay attention to vibra- wheels tyres particularly prior to long trips, and tions, noises and unusual handling correct the pressure as necessary characteristics, e.g.

  • Page 211: Direction Of Rotation

    dc_BA.boo Seite 210 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Direction of rotation Tyre grip Risk of accident Tyres with a specified direction of rotation 19" turbine-style wheels* and multi-spoke offer additional benefits, e.g. with regard Risk of accident wheels in forged aluminium*: to aquaplaning.

  • Page 212: Tyre Tread

    dc_BA.boo Seite 211 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Tyre tread If ice has formed on the road surface (e.g. the tread on a tyre may not wear evenly. You should thus regularly check the from fog), a light film of water rapidly forms tread depth and the condition of the on the ice when you brake, and this consid- Risk of accident...

  • Page 213: Tyre Pressure

    dc_BA.boo Seite 212 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Tyre pressure If the vehicle is to be heavily laden or driv- When the vehicle is driven, the tyre tem- en at high speeds, the tyre pressure must perature, and with it the tyre pressure, in- be adapted according to the specifications crease as a function of the road speed and...
  • Page 214 dc_BA.boo Seite 213 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Driving with tyre pressure that is too high Checking tyre pressure electronically The tyre pressure monitoring system can or too low can: suffer interference if you are operating radio The tyre pressure monitor only functions if transmitting equipment (e.g.
  • Page 215 dc_BA.boo Seite 214 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Calling up tyre pressure using the on- Restarting the tyre pressure monitoring board computer system Switch on the ignition. The tyre pressure monitoring system must be restarted if: Check that you can see the standard display in the right-hand multi-function you have changed the tyre pressure...
  • Page 216 dc_BA.boo Seite 215 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Press the æ button. Switch on the ignition. If you now wish to restart the tyre pressure monitoring system: Check that you can see the standard The following message will appear in Press the ç...

  • Page 217: Interchanging Wheels

    dc_BA.boo Seite 216 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Interchanging wheels Removing anti-theft wheel nuts Do not use air tools, such as an impact wrench, when installing or removing the an- Unscrew anti-theft wheel nut 1 using ti-theft wheel nuts.
  • Page 218 Fasten anti-theft wheel nut 1 using Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have wheel nut key 2 and tighten with a such work carried out at your SLR Service...
  • Page 219 dc_BA.boo Seite 218 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Tyres and wheels Keep the anti-theft wheel nut key in a con- venient place in your vehicle where you and serv- ice personnel can always find it easily when it is needed.

  • Page 220: Winter Driving

    dc_BA.boo Seite 219 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Winter driving Winter driving We recommend that you have your vehicle Winter tyres* Risk of accident "winterproofed" at a qualified specialist Use winter tyres below +7 °C and on snow workshop, e.g.

  • Page 221: Interchanging Wheels (Winter Tyres* Only)

    dc_BA.boo Seite 220 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Winter driving Always observe the maximum permitted Interchanging wheels The tyres have a specified direction of ro- speed specified for the winter tyres you (winter tyres* only) tation, therefore they can only be changed have fitted.

  • Page 222: Snow Chains

    Snow chains If snow chains are fitted on the front wheels, they may come into contact with the bodywork For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz or axle components while the vehicle is being driven. As a result, the tyre or the vehicle could recommends that you only use snow be damaged.

  • Page 223: Achieving Maximum Speed

    dc_BA.boo Seite 222 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Achieving maximum speed Loosen fastening screws 2 using a In order to achieve the maximum speed, Passenger-side wind deflector the following measures must be taken: 4 mm hex key and remove them. The 4 mm hex key required for removing Installation of the 19"...
  • Page 224 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at your SLR Service 1 Wind deflector Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety...

  • Page 225: Installing The Notch Cover

    Tighten fastening screws 2 with a tools required for the work to be done. torque spanner to the required tighten- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have ing torque of 8 Nm. such work carried out at your SLR Service 1 Cover Centre.

  • Page 226: Driving Abroad

    dc_BA.boo Seite 225 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Driving abroad Driving abroad SLR Service Centres are also at your dis- Symmetrical dipped-beam headlamps Remember to switch your headlamps back posal when you are travelling abroad. The to asymmetrical dipped beam when you are once If your journey takes you to countries in appropriate workshop directories are avail- again driving on the same side of the road as in...

  • Page 227: Service

    dc_BA.boo Seite 226 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Service In order to maintain the performance and ASSYST, the Active Service System, re- Clearing the service display safety of your vehicle, it is important that it minds you about the services which will be receives maintenance at a qualified spe- required within the next 12 months or cialist workshop, e.g.

  • Page 228: Missing The Service Due Date

    dc_BA.boo Seite 227 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Service Missing the service due date Calling up the service due date You should not disconnect the consumer battery if you do not intend to use your SLR for a If you have missed the service due date, Switch on the ignition.

  • Page 229: Care

    Mercedes-Benz care products. These have been specially developed to suit Mercedes-Benz vehi- Insect remains Dispose of empty packaging, cleaning cles and are state of the art. Mercedes-Benz Bird droppings cloths and polishing wads in an environmen- care products are available from any SLR Service tally responsible manner.

  • Page 230: Vehicle Care

    You could otherwise damage the paintwork. Vehicle care Use a car shampoo recommended for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Mercedes-Benz recommends you to use Use a soft sponge or a washing brush plenty of water when hand-washing your vehicle. Wash out the sponge and chamois fre- quently.
  • Page 231 dc_BA.boo Seite 230 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Operation Care High-pressure cleaners Cleaning the headlamps Wipe the headlamp lens with a damp Do not use high-pressure cleaners to clean sponge. your vehicle or the engine. Use only windscreen washer fluid suitable for plastic lamp lenses.
  • Page 232 dc_BA.boo Seite 231 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10...

  • Page 233: Practical Advice

    dc_BA.boo Seite 232 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Where will I find...? Display messages Troubleshooting Unlocking in an emergency Replacing the key batteries Changing bulbs Flat tyre Battery maintenance Towing Fuses...
  • Page 234 dc_BA.boo Seite 233 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10...

  • Page 235: Where Will I Find

    dc_BA.boo Seite 234 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Where will I find...? Fold legs 1 sideways from the bot- Warning triangle Setting up the warning triangle tom. The warning triangle is located on the Pull side reflectors 2 upwards to form right-hand side underneath the floor in the a triangle and lock them at the top us- boot.

  • Page 236: First-Aid Kit

    dc_BA.boo Seite 235 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Where will I find...? First-aid kit Check the expiry dates of the first-aid kit ma- terials every year, and replace them if necessary. The first-aid kit is located on the right-hand side in the boot.

  • Page 237: Vehicle Tool Kit

    dc_BA.boo Seite 236 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Where will I find...? Undo the retaining strap 2. Vehicle tool kit Fire extinguisher* Remove the fire extinguisher 1. The vehicle tool kit is located in the docu- The fire extinguisher is located on the mentation case.

  • Page 238: Display Messages

    dc_BA.boo Seite 237 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Display messages The on-board computer shows warnings or You cannot confirm some high-priority Risk of accident malfunctions in the multi-function display. messages as described above. These Certain messages are accompanied by a messages are displayed continuously No messages can be displayed if there is a warning tone or a continuous tone.
  • Page 239 The messages are ist knowledge and tools for the work divided into two types to make it easier for required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you to find the relevant message: you have such work carried out at an SLR Text-style messages from Service Centre.

  • Page 240: Text-Style Messages

    dc_BA.boo Seite 239 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Text-style messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence Risk of accident Drive on for a short distance of more than 12 mph ABS, ESP (20 km/h).
  • Page 241 BAS has also edge and tools for the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz been deactivated. recommends that you have such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre.
  • Page 242 dc_BA.boo Seite 241 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence One of the activation condi- Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h), if the situation al- --- km/h Cruise control tions for cruise control has not lows, and store the speed ( page 160).
  • Page 243 ABS is still operational. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work The SBC brake system con- carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular, work...
  • Page 244 ® edge and tools for the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 245 dc_BA.boo Seite 244 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence Risk of accident Stop your vehicle safely immediately. Front-Brake Cooling Fault The front brake is not cooled Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock. Consult workshop sufficiently.
  • Page 246 dc_BA.boo Seite 245 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The passenger front airbag was Stop the vehicle. Pay attention to the traffic conditions Passenger enabled activated while driving although when doing so.
  • Page 247 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 248 dc_BA.boo Seite 247 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The passenger front airbag Stop the vehicle. Pay attention to the traffic conditions when Passenger disabled was deactivated while driving doing so.
  • Page 249 Manual cation system is malfunction- required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such ing. work carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried Risk of injury out at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 250 dc_BA.boo Seite 249 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence A tyre pressure warning mes- Activate the tyre pressure monitoring system Reactivate after correcting sage appeared. ( page 214) after correcting the tyre pressure values. tyre pressure tyre pressure monitor...
  • Page 251 dc_BA.boo Seite 250 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence SBC H A malfunction has occurred. Consult your PLM or have the vehicle checked at a qual- SBC Hold ified specialist workshop.
  • Page 252 dc_BA.boo Seite 251 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence Risk of injury Consult your PLM or have the vehicle checked at a qual- Restraint system ified specialist workshop, e.g. an SLR Service Centre. malfunction The restraint systems have Consult...
  • Page 253 dc_BA.boo Seite 252 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The tyre pressure monitoring Remove the additional wheel electronics unit(s) from the Tyre pressure temporarily system is temporarily unavaila- vehicle.
  • Page 254 dc_BA.boo Seite 253 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The tyre pressure monitoring Tyre pressure reactivated system is using the current monitor pressure values as the basis for monitoring.

  • Page 255: Symbol Messages

    dc_BA.boo Seite 254 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Symbol messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence Risk of accident Stop your vehicle safely immediately. Battery/ Alternator The battery is faulty. Do not drive any further. Stop car The SBC brake system re-...
  • Page 256 dc_BA.boo Seite 255 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The starter battery has been Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, charged with a battery charger e.g.
  • Page 257 dc_BA.boo Seite 256 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The electronics system or the Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, battery is defective. e.g. an SLR Service Centre. Risk of accident Stop your vehicle safely immediately.
  • Page 258 The full ist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowl- workshop brake system power is not edge and tools for the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz Increased available. recommends that you have such work carried out at an stopping distance SLR Service Centre.
  • Page 259 dc_BA.boo Seite 258 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Risk of poisoning Start the engine. Reduced Never run the engine when the vehicle is in an en- braking power The message goes out as soon as the closed space.
  • Page 260 dc_BA.boo Seite 259 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The brake system is very hot Reduce the load on the brake system: Brakes overheated due to an excessive load placed Drive on, but with Drive with even greater care.
  • Page 261 dc_BA.boo Seite 260 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence A malfunction occurred while Immediately depress the brake pedal firmly until the Brake the SBC Hold/SBC Stop was warning message goes out.
  • Page 262 Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safe- ty-related systems must be carried out at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
  • Page 263 Mercedes-Benz see "SBC brake system" ( page 88). recommends that you have such work car- ried out at an SLR Service Centre.
  • Page 264 dc_BA.boo Seite 263 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence You are driving with the parking Release the parking brake ( page 60). Release brake applied. parking brake <...
  • Page 265 dc_BA.boo Seite 264 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence At least one of the doors is Close the doors. open. < The Airbrake system is faulty. Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, Airbrake e.g.
  • Page 266 dc_BA.boo Seite 265 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The coolant is too hot. Stop your vehicle safely immediately. Coolant Stop car, Switch off the engine. turn engine off Do not start the engine again until the message has gone out.
  • Page 267 dc_BA.boo Seite 266 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The poly-V-belt may be torn. Stop your vehicle safely immediately. Coolant Stop car, Switch off the engine. turn engine off Check the poly-V-belt.
  • Page 268 dc_BA.boo Seite 267 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The cooling fan for the coolant If the coolant temperature is below 120 °C you can drive is faulty. on to the nearest qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
  • Page 269 dc_BA.boo Seite 268 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The left dipped beam is faulty. Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, Dipped beam e.g. an SLR Service Centre. left The right dipped beam is faulty.
  • Page 270 dc_BA.boo Seite 269 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The rear left turn signal is Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, Turn signal faulty. This message will only e.g.
  • Page 271 dc_BA.boo Seite 270 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The left brake lamp is faulty. Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, Brake lamp This message will only appear if e.g.
  • Page 272 dc_BA.boo Seite 271 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The rear foglamp is faulty. Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, Rear foglamp e.g. an SLR Service Centre. left The right reversing lamp is Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop,...
  • Page 273 dc_BA.boo Seite 272 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence Set the light switch to M. You have forgotten to switch Switch off lights off the lights when leaving the vehicle.
  • Page 274 dc_BA.boo Seite 273 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The front left parking lamp is Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, Front left faulty. This message will only e.g.
  • Page 275 dc_BA.boo Seite 274 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence ± One or more electronic sys- Consult your PLM or have your vehicle checked at a Consult tems are unable to deliver infor- qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
  • Page 276 dc_BA.boo Seite 275 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence ± The fuel cooling system is Consult your PLM immediately or a qualified specialist Fuel system faulty. workshop, e.g. an SLR Service Centre. malfunction Consult workshop...
  • Page 277 dc_BA.boo Seite 276 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence At least one of the tyres is de- Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or Tyre pressure flating rapidly.
  • Page 278 dc_BA.boo Seite 277 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The left rear wheel is deflating Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or Tyre pressure, RL rapidly.
  • Page 279 dc_BA.boo Seite 278 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The right rear wheel is deflating Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or Tyre pressure, RR rapidly.
  • Page 280 dc_BA.boo Seite 279 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The left front wheel is deflating Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or Tyre pressure, FL rapidly.
  • Page 281 dc_BA.boo Seite 280 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The right front wheel is deflat- Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or Tyre pressure, FR ing rapidly.
  • Page 282 dc_BA.boo Seite 281 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Display messages Left display Right display Possible cause/conse- Possible solution quence The fuel level has fallen into the Refuel at the nearest filling station ( page 195). Reserve reserve range. fuel level You have forgotten to remove Remove the key from the ignition lock.

  • Page 283: Troubleshooting

    dc_BA.boo Seite 282 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Indicator and warning lamps in switches and buttons Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The red lamp on the ± button on the The automatic air conditioning is losing re- Have the automatic air conditioning automatic air conditioning flashes when frigerant.
  • Page 284 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist work- shop.

  • Page 285: Indicator And Warning Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    dc_BA.boo Seite 284 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ® ® The yellow ABS/ESP warn- Risk of accident Switch ESP back on ( page 87). ing lamp lights up while the Exceptions: ( page 86).
  • Page 286 Consult your PLM or immediately visit a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools for the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz rec- ommends that you have such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre. In particular,...
  • Page 287 dc_BA.boo Seite 286 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ® The yellow ABS/ESP warn- Risk of accident Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as ing lamp flashes while you necessary when pulling away. ®...
  • Page 288 The SBC brake system continues to for the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz rec- function with normal braking effect but ommends that you have such work carried with no support from these functions. The out at an SLR Service Centre.
  • Page 289 dc_BA.boo Seite 288 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red Airbrake warning The Airbrake or the central locking system Consult your PLM or have the vehicle lamp lights up while you are is faulty.
  • Page 290 There is insufficient brake fluid in the done. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you fluid reservoir. have such work carried out at an SLR Serv- ice Centre. In particular, work relevant to...
  • Page 291 dc_BA.boo Seite 290 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The red coolant warning lamp The coolant level is too low. Stop as soon as possible and allow the en- lights up while the engine is gine and the coolant to cool down.
  • Page 292 dc_BA.boo Seite 291 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The red coolant warning lamp The coolant level is too low. Stop as soon as possible and allow the en- lights up while the engine is gine and the coolant to cool down.
  • Page 293 dc_BA.boo Seite 292 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ± The yellow engine diagnostic There is a malfunction: Consult your PLM or have the vehicle warning lamp lights up while checked immediately at a qualified special- in the fuel injection system the engine is running.
  • Page 294 dc_BA.boo Seite 293 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The engine oil temperature The engine oil has not yet reached its op- Warm up the engine and do not drive at full symbol lights up in right-hand erating temperature.
  • Page 295 dc_BA.boo Seite 294 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt warning The seat belt warning lamp reminds you Fasten your seat belt ( page 55). lamp comes on for 6 seconds and the passenger to fasten their seat after you have started the en- belt.
  • Page 296 dc_BA.boo Seite 295 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt warning Risk of injury Fasten your seat belt ( page 55). lamp comes on after you The driver or passenger has not fastened have started the engine, as their seat belt.
  • Page 297 The airbags or belt tensioners may the work to be done. Mercedes-Benz recom- either be triggered unintentionally or not mends that you have such work carried out at all in the event of an accident.

  • Page 298: Audible Warning Signals

    dc_BA.boo Seite 297 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Audible warning signals Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The anti-theft alarm system is The vehicle has been raised. Switch off the anti-theft alarm system: suddenly triggered. Press the Œ or ‹ button on the key. Insert the key in the ignition lock.
  • Page 299 dc_BA.boo Seite 298 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You hear a warning signal. Risk of injury Fasten your seat belt ( page 55). You or your passenger have not fastened their seat belt.

  • Page 300: Brakes

    dc_BA.boo Seite 299 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Brakes Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The brake pedal resistance is Risk of accident When the brake pedal is depressed again, lower and the pedal travel is brake pedal resistance and travel return to The SBC brake system is activated using the greater than usual.

  • Page 301: Engine

    dc_BA.boo Seite 300 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Engine Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The engine does not start. You There may be a malfunction in the engine elec- Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition can hear the starter motor tronics or in the petrol supply.
  • Page 302 dc_BA.boo Seite 301 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The engine does not start. You are trying to start the engine while the selec- Move the selector lever to P. tor lever is in D or R. Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock before the next starting attempt.
  • Page 303 dc_BA.boo Seite 302 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions A coolant temperature of over The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine 120 °C is displayed.

  • Page 304: Headlamps

    dc_BA.boo Seite 303 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Headlamps Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The headlamps are misted up Air humidity is very high. Drive with the lights on. on the inside. Moisture has penetrated the headlamp housing Have the headlamps checked at a qualified since it is not water-tight.

  • Page 305: Petrol And Petrol Tank

    dc_BA.boo Seite 304 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Petrol and petrol tank Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Petrol is leaking from the vehi- The petrol line or petrol tank is faulty. Switch off the ignition immediately. cle.

  • Page 306: Accident

    dc_BA.boo Seite 305 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Accident Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You have had an accident. Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an SLR Service Centre. You are unable to determine the extent of the damage.

  • Page 307: Automatic Transmission

    dc_BA.boo Seite 306 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Automatic transmission Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The transmission no longer The transmission is losing oil. Have the transmission checked immediately. changes gear correctly. Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.

  • Page 308: Key

    dc_BA.boo Seite 307 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The key cannot be turned in The key has been in position 0 for a considerable Remove the key and re-insert it in the ignition the ignition lock.
  • Page 309 dc_BA.boo Seite 308 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You cannot lock or unlock the The key batteries are low or discharged. Check the key batteries ( page 105) and vehicle using the key. change them if necessary ( page 313).
  • Page 310 dc_BA.boo Seite 309 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You have lost the emergency Report the loss immediately to the vehicle in- key element. surers. If necessary, have the boot lock changed. Your PLM or any SLR Service Centre will be happy to provide replacements.

  • Page 311: Leaving The Vehicle Parked Up

    dc_BA.boo Seite 310 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Troubleshooting Leaving the vehicle parked up Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You wish to leave your vehicle Consult your PLM or a qualified specialist parked up for a long period of workshop, e.g.

  • Page 312: Unlocking In An Emergency

    dc_BA.boo Seite 311 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Unlocking in an emergency Unlocking in an emergency Press release catch 1 in the direction Unlocking the vehicle Perform the following two steps simul- of the arrow and, at the same time, taneously: remove the emergency key element 2 Turn the key anti-clockwise to the...
  • Page 313 dc_BA.boo Seite 312 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Unlocking in an emergency Unlocking the driver's door Unlock the boot ( page 311). Open the door in the normal way. If you can no longer lock or unlock the Pull emergency release catch 1.

  • Page 314: Replacing The Key Batteries

    SLR Service Centre. Take discharged batteries to a qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Risk of poisoning Service Centre, or to a special collection point for used batteries. Batteries contain poisonous and caustic substances.
  • Page 315 dc_BA.boo Seite 314 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Replacing the key batteries Push the battery tray back into the key casing until it clicks into place. 1 Emergency key element 5 Battery 2 To unlock the battery tray 6 Contact spring 3 To remove the battery tray Remove the old batteries.

  • Page 316: Changing Bulbs

    dc_BA.boo Seite 315 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Changing bulbs Changing bulbs Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect You must not change the LEDs yourself, as Risk of injury of vehicle safety. You must therefore make you could damage the vehicle lighting systems.

  • Page 317: Front Bulbs

    dc_BA.boo Seite 316 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Changing bulbs Front bulbs Rear bulbs Bulb Type Bulb Type 1 Dipped-beam head- 5 High mounted brake H7, 55 W LEDs lamp lamp 2 Turn signals P 21 W 6 Turn signal LEDs 3 Parking lamp...

  • Page 318: Before Changing Bulbs

    Turn signals Due to the installation position of the head- e.g. an SLR Service-Centre. Dipped-beam headlamps lamps, Mercedes-Benz recommends that The tools required for changing bulbs are you have the headlamp bulbs replaced at a Main-beam headlamps located in the documentation case qualified specialist workshop which has ( page 235).

  • Page 319: Replacing The Bulb For The Turn Signals

    dc_BA.boo Seite 318 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Changing bulbs Replacing the bulb for the turn signals Turn the bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from the Open the bonnet ( page 198). bulb holder 2. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder 2 and turn it clockwise.

  • Page 320: Replacing The Bulbs In The Dipped-Beam Headlamps

    dc_BA.boo Seite 319 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Changing bulbs Remove fastening screws 1 of the Remove fastening screws 3 of the Replacing the bulbs in the dipped-beam headlamps cover in the wheel arch using the angle cover plate using the T10 L-shape key screwdriver provided and remove provided and remove cover plate 4.

  • Page 321: Replacing The Bulbs In The Main-Beam Headlamps

    dc_BA.boo Seite 320 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Changing bulbs Fasten both clamps 6. Connect both connectors 5 to the bulb. Install cover plate 4 and cover 2. Replacing the bulbs in the main-beam headlamps The cover plates on the rear of the head- lamps are accessible via the respective 6 Clamps 1 Fastening screws...
  • Page 322 dc_BA.boo Seite 321 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Changing bulbs Turn bulb holder 9 anti-clockwise un- til it is released. Remove bulb holder 9. Bulb socket 9 and the bulb are one single unit an can only be replaced jointly. Insert the new bulb holder 9 and turn it clockwise.

  • Page 323: Flat Tyre

    Preparing the vehicle tools for the work to be done. tread. TIREFIT can be used at outside tem- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Stop the vehicle as far away as possible peratures down to –20 °C. such work carried out at an SLR Service from traffic and on a firm surface.
  • Page 324 dc_BA.boo Seite 323 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Flat tyre After using TIREFIT, the wheel electronic Risk of injury may have to be replaced. Do not remove any foreign bodies TIREFIT must not come into contact with which have penetrated the tyre, e.g.
  • Page 325 dc_BA.boo Seite 324 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Flat tyre Open flap 2 on the electric air pump. Risk of injury Pull connector 4 and air pump hose 5 out of the housing along with Keep TIREFIT out of the reach of children. the pressure gauge.
  • Page 326 dc_BA.boo Seite 325 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Flat tyre Screw filler hose a onto valve 7. Press electric air pump switch 8 to I. The electric air pump is switched on. The tyre is pumped up. Run the com- Risk of injury pressor for five minutes.
  • Page 327 This allows the TIREFIT sealant to tools for the work to be done. Disconnect the sealant bottle from the spread throughout the tyre. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have electric pump. such work carried out at an SLR Service Stop after about ten minutes and Pump up the tyre again.
  • Page 328 The "max. 50 mph" ("max. 80 km/h") stick- Drive to a qualified specialist workshop Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have er must be attached to the instrument clus- which has the necessary specialist such work carried out at an SLR Service ter within the driver's field of vision.
  • Page 329 Practical advice Flat tyre Environmental note Have the TIREFIT kit disposed of profession- ally, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Have the TIREFIT sealant bottle re- placed every four years at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an SLR Service Centre.

  • Page 330: Battery Maintenance

    Exclusively use the battery charge unit approved pet or other synthetic materials. by Mercedes-Benz which is supplied with your To prevent acid burns and scalding, you Do not touch the battery under any cir- vehicle.

  • Page 331: Charging The Batteries

    You will be unable to turn the key in the Mercedes-Benz which is supplied with your The battery charger automatically controls ignition. vehicle. Only charge the battery in a well...
  • Page 332 Practical advice Battery maintenance Only use the battery charge unit approved 12-V socket Observe and follow the separate oper- by Mercedes-Benz which is supplied with ating instructions for the battery The 12-V socket is located on the your vehicle. charger.

  • Page 333: Towing

    dc_BA.boo Seite 332 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Towing Do not tow the vehicle further than 30 miles Greater braking force will then be required Risk of accident (50 km). Do not exceed the maximum speed of and the pedal travel is longer.

  • Page 334: Points To Bear In Mind

    dc_BA.boo Seite 333 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Towing Points to bear in mind You cannot tow other vehicles with your ve- hicle. The vehicle must not be tow-started. Fitting and removing the towing eye If the vehicle is to be towed, only tow it with all wheels on the ground.

  • Page 335: Towing The Vehicle

    dc_BA.boo Seite 334 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Towing Towing the vehicle Transporting the vehicle The towing eye can be used to pull the ve- Do not tow the vehicle further than 30 miles hicle onto a trailer or transporter for trans- (50 km).

  • Page 336: Fuses

    dc_BA.boo Seite 335 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Practical advice Fuses Fuses You must not change the fuses yourself, as you could damage the vehicle electrical systems. Have fuses changed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an SLR Service Centre.

  • Page 337: Technical Data

    Seite 336 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Vehicle electronics Vehicle identification plates Engine Speeds Tyres and wheels Vehicle dimensions Vehicle weights Service products and capacities...
  • Page 338 dc_BA.boo Seite 337 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10...

  • Page 339: Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts

    Despite ongoing market research, ment. The data may therefore differ for ve- Mercedes-Benz is unable to guarantee oth- change the vehicle type approved in hicles with optional equipment. You can er parts. Mercedes-Benz therefore accepts...
  • Page 340 Seite 339 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts You can obtain genuine Mercedes-Benz Environmental note parts and approved conversion parts and accessories from any SLR Service Centre. Daimler also supplies reconditioned assem- Here you will receive advice about techni-...

  • Page 341: Vehicle Electronics

    Electrical and electronic equipment can essary specialist knowledge and tools to carry jeopardise the operational safety of your out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- Always have work on the engine electronics vehicle. If equipment of this kind is retrofit- mends that you use an SLR Service Centre for...
  • Page 342 The carbon construction of this vehicle may fitted at a qualified specialist workshop. rectly impair the performance of some proprietary sys- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have tems. such work carried out at an SLR Service Centre, since it has the specialist knowledge and tools required for the work to be done.
  • Page 343 (watts) and mobile phones, Mercedes-Benz recom- be invalidated (EU Directive 95/54/EC – Elec- Short wave mends the use of approved exterior aerials. An tromagnetic compatibility of vehicles).

  • Page 344: Vehicle Identification Plates

    dc_BA.boo Seite 343 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Vehicle identification plates Vehicle identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehicle The vehicle identification plate with vehicle Engine number identification number (VIN) and paint identification number (VIN) and paint code The engine number is engraved on the un- code is located on the door frame on the driver's...

  • Page 345: Engine

    dc_BA.boo Seite 344 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Engine Rated output 478 kW Rated output 650 PS at engine speed 6,500 rpm Rated torque 820 Nm at engine speed 4,000 rpm Number of cylinders Displacement 5,439 cm Maximum engine speed 7,000 rpm...

  • Page 346: Speeds

    dc_BA.boo Seite 345 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Speeds Speeds Maximum speed 1st gear 52.5 mph (84 km/h) 2nd gear 86.3 mph (138 km/h) 3rd gear 134.4 mph (215 km/h) 4th gear 188.8 mph (302 km/h) 5th gear 218.8 mph (350 km/h) Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h 3.5 seconds...

  • Page 347: Tyres And Wheels

    This by Mercedes-Benz. They provide best pos- could result in damage to the tyres or the vehi- sible performance in conjunction with the cle.

  • Page 348: Summer Tyres

    dc_BA.boo Seite 347 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Tyres and wheels Summer tyres Twin 5-spoke wheels in forged aluminum Front axle Tyres 255/35 ZR19 (96Y) G1 PILOT SPORT PS2 TL EXTRA LOAD Light-alloy wheel 9Jx19 ET 46.5 Rear axle Tyres 295/30 ZR19 (100Y) PILOT SPORT PS2 TL EXTRA LOAD...
  • Page 349 dc_BA.boo Seite 348 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Tyres and wheels Lightweight-style* Front axle Tyres 255/35 ZR19 (96Y) G1 PILOT SPORT PS2 TL EXTRA LOAD Light-alloy wheel 9Jx19 ET 46.5 Rear axle Tyres 295/30 ZR19 (100Y) PILOT SPORT PS2 TL EXTRA LOAD Light-alloy wheel Jx19 ET 44 Must not be used with snow chains.

  • Page 350: Winter Tyres

    dc_BA.boo Seite 349 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Tyres and wheels Winter tyres* Twin 5-spoke wheels in forged aluminum Front axle Tyres 255/35 R19 96V Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D Light-alloy wheel 9Jx19 ET 46.5 Rear axle Tyres 255/35 R19 96V Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D Light-alloy wheel...
  • Page 351 dc_BA.boo Seite 350 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Tyres and wheels Lightweight-style Front axle Tyres 255/35 R19 96V Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D Light-alloy wheel 9Jx19 ET 46.5 Rear axle Tyres 255/35 R19 96V Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D Light-alloy wheel 9Jx19 ET 46.5 Multi-spoke wheels in forged aluminium...

  • Page 352: Vehicle Dimensions

    dc_BA.boo Seite 351 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Vehicle dimensions Vehicle dimensions Vehicle length 4,820 mm Vehicle width 1,917 mm Vehicle width (doors open - widest point) 3,046 mm Vehicle height 1,220 mm Vehicle height (doors open - highest point) 1,954 mm Wheelbase 2,700 mm...

  • Page 353: Vehicle Weights

    dc_BA.boo Seite 352 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Vehicle weights The unladen weight includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment increase the unladen weight and reduce the maximum payload.

  • Page 354: Service Products And Capacities

    Service products are petrol, lubricants You can recognise service products ap- Risk of accident (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil, greases), proved by Mercedes-Benz by the following coolant and brake fluid. inscription on the containers: When handling, storing and disposing of any...

  • Page 355: Petrol

    dc_BA.boo Seite 354 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Service products and capacities Petrol Petrol tank The consumption values were determined in accordance with EU Directive Total capacity: Approximately RL 80/1268/EEC under the following test Risk of explosion 97.0 litres conditions: Including reserve...
  • Page 356 Owner's Manual went to print, (carbon dioxide) is the gas which scien- ered by the Mercedes-Benz defect liability. it may be that the current consumption val- tists currently consider to be chiefly respon-...

  • Page 357: Engine Oil

    First filling 10.5 litres Replacement amount 8.5 litres Mercedes-Benz recommends Mobil 1 Do not use any special lubricant additives. brand synthetic engine oil with the specifi- These could lead to increased wear and damage to the mechanical assemblies. Damage caused cation SAE 5W-50.

  • Page 358: Coolant

    dc_BA.boo Seite 357 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Service products and capacities Coolant The following values indicate the various total cooling system capacities. Cooling system 10.0 litres Antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor for antifreeze protection down to –37 °C (50%) 5.0 litres for antifreeze protection down to –45 °C (55%) 5.5 litres...
  • Page 359 Have the coolant replaced every four years. You could otherwise damage the engine. You will system against freezing down to around find further information about coolant and top- –37 °C. ping up the coolant on Mercedes-Benz Specifica- tions for Service Products sheet 310.1.

  • Page 360: Brake Fluid

    dc_BA.boo Seite 359 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical data Service products and capacities Brake fluid There is usually a notice in the engine com- partment to remind you when the next brake flu- Over a period of time, the brake fluid ab- id change is due.

  • Page 361: Technical Terms

    dc_BA.boo Seite 360 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 T e c h n i c a l t e r m s...
  • Page 362 dc_BA.boo Seite 361 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical terms CAN system (Anti-lock Braking System) (Brake Assist System) (Controller Area Network) Prevents the wheels from locking when System for shortening the stopping dis- Uses vehicle or environmental factors you brake, allowing you to continue tance in hazardous situations, activat- to control certain functions of your ve- steering.
  • Page 363 Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Control unit the transmission Component of the engine electronics Electric system support point* that controls the function of the en-...
  • Page 364 dc_BA.boo Seite 363 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical terms Engine oil viscosity Interior motion sensor (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Measure of the internal oil friction (vis- This is one of the vehicle's anti-theft The electrical and electronic compo- cosity) at different temperatures. The systems.
  • Page 365 dc_BA.boo Seite 364 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical terms Menu Multifunction steering wheel Overrevving range The on-board computer displays are ar- Steering wheel with buttons which con- Speeds in the red area of the rev coun- ranged in menus. Several commands trol the –>on-board computer.
  • Page 366 dc_BA.boo Seite 365 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical terms Restraint systems SBC Hold Speed index Seat belts, belt tensioners and airbags. Keeps the vehicle stationary without Part of the tyre designation indicating As independent systems, their protec- the driver having to apply the brake. the speed range for which a tyre is suit- tive functions complement one anoth- able.
  • Page 367 dc_BA.boo Seite 366 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Technical terms Tightening torque Transmission Force against a lever arm (e.g. wheel Engine speed-torque converter which wrench) with which bolts (e.g. wheel converts the high engine speed (at low bolts) are tightened. torque) to lower drive wheel speeds (at high torque).
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  • Page 369: Index

    dc_BA.boo Seite 368 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 I n d e x...
  • Page 370 dc_BA.boo Seite 369 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Airbag 71, 74 Anti-theft alarm system 95 ABS 83, 361 Control 75 Deactivating 95 Messages in the multi-function Deployment 80 Priming 95 display 239 Front 81 Switching the alarm off 95 Warning lamp 43, 287 Messages in the multi-function Anti-theft systems...
  • Page 371 dc_BA.boo Seite 370 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Automatic air conditioning 152 Program selector button 147 Battery charger 330 Air distribution 156 Selector lever positions 144 Belt drive 361 Airflow 156 Shift ranges 146 Belt force limiters 77 Auxiliary ventilation 157 Steering wheel gearshift paddles 148 Triggering 75...
  • Page 372 dc_BA.boo Seite 371 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Boot lighting 113 Combination switch 41, 62 Boot rack 177 CAC 361 Constant headlamp mode 111 Brake Assist System – see BAS CAN system 361 Setting (on-board computer) 136 Brake cooling Care 228 Consumer battery 205 Message 244...
  • Page 373 dc_BA.boo Seite 372 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Drive train 362 Delayed switch-off Driver’s airbag 81 e mark 340, 362 Exterior lighting (on-board Driving 55 ELCODE 362 computer) 137 Maximum speed 222 Electric air pump 235 Interior lighting (on-board Driving abroad 225 Electric system support point* 342, 362 computer) 138...
  • Page 374 dc_BA.boo Seite 373 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Engine Quantity 356 Parking lamp 316 Compartment 198 Temperature (operating system) 123 Rear foglamps 316 Control 363 Topping up 203 Reverse lamp 316 Petrol 354 Viscosity 363 Tail lamp 316 Petrol consumption 354 Engine oil temperature Exterior mirrors 54...
  • Page 375 High mounted brake lamp 316 Interior motion sensor 97, 363 Gearshifting High-pressure cleaners 230 Steering wheel gearshift paddles 148 Holiday cover – see Rain cover General operating permit 338 Jump starting 329 Horn 41 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts 338 Hub 366 Goggles 68...
  • Page 376 dc_BA.boo Seite 375 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Language Key 102 Lamps, indicator and warning Selecting (on-board computer) 134 Changing the programming 104 ABS warning lamp 43, 287 Left-hand traffic 110 ® Checking the battery 105 ABS/ESP warning lamp 43, 284 Licence plate lamp 316 Factory setting 103 Airbrake warning lamp 43, 288...
  • Page 377 dc_BA.boo Seite 376 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Locator lighting 136 Menu 364 Locking Main-beam headlamps 43, 110, 316 Message memory 127 Automatic 109 Switching on 62 Overview 120 Central 103, 104 Malfunction memory (on-board Settings 128 Fuel filler flap 195 computer) 127 SLR Stirling Moss 123 Setting automatic locking (on-board...
  • Page 378 dc_BA.boo Seite 377 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Bulbs 268 Mirrors 54 On-board computer 117, 364 Centre console armrest 281 MON 195, 196, 364 Function 119 Coolant 265 Multi-function display 117, 364 Instrument cluster submenu 132 Coolant level 264 Selecting the standard display 133 Lighting submenu 135 Cruise control 241...
  • Page 379 dc_BA.boo Seite 378 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index One-touch gearshifting 145 Payload 352 Operating safety Personal Liaison Manager 364 Race timer (operating system) 124 Vehicle 34 Persons in the vehicle 68 Rain cover 181 Operating system – see On-board compu- Petrol 195, 196, 354 Rear bulbs 316 Consumption 354...
  • Page 380 dc_BA.boo Seite 379 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Restraint system 70, 365 Seats 51 Airbags 71, 74 Safety helmet 68 Selector lever 45 Belt force limiters 77 SBC Hold 172, 365 Messages 244 Belt tensioners 77 Activating 172 Position (automatic Message in the multi-function Deactivating 173...
  • Page 381 dc_BA.boo Seite 380 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Settings Speedtronic 163, 365 Submenu 119 Resetting (on-board computer) 129 Messages in the multi-function Instrument cluster 132 Shift range 365 display 241 Lighting 135 Automatic transmission 146 Permanent 167 Overview of the settings 131 Restricting 146 Variable 163 Selecting 130...
  • Page 382 dc_BA.boo Seite 381 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Telephone Towing 332 Tail lamp 316 Frequencies 342 Towing eye 235, 333 Tank Retrofitting 341 Towing speed 332 Content 354 Temperature Traction 366 Display 43 Adjusting 155 Traction mode 366 Refuelling 195 Engine oil (operating system) 123 Transmission –...
  • Page 383 dc_BA.boo Seite 382 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Two-way radio Retrofitting 341 Unlocking Variable Speedtronic 163 Tyre pressure 212 Boot in an emergency 311 Vehicle Checking electronically 213 Boot lid 105, 106 Care 228 Table 212 Central 103 Cleaning 229 Tyre pressure monitoring system 213 Doors in an emergency 312...
  • Page 384 dc_BA.boo Seite 383 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Index Warning lamps – see Lamps, indicator and warning Warning signal Audible 297 Warning triangle 234 Wearing seat belts 55 Wheels 366 Interchanging 216, 220 Points to bear in mind 207 Technical data 346 Wind deflector, passenger side 222, 224 Installing notch cover 224...
  • Page 385 Seite 384 Mittwoch, 20. Mai 2009 10:17 10 Contact Editorial office Luxembourg: 00352 2730 2096 Mercedes-Benz will be happy You are welcome to forward any Netherlands: 0031 (0)20 654 5219 to answer any questions you questions or suggestions you may have...

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