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  • Page 1 Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual 500 SEC 600 SEC...

  • Page 2: Product Information

    Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.
  • Page 3 Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle.
  • Page 4 Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle.
  • Page 5 If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or write to:...
  • Page 6 We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator's Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.
  • Page 7 We recommend to select positions "3" or "2"only at moderate speeds (for hill driving). After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum Maintenance We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet.
  • Page 8 Introduction Trunk Power Windows Power window and sliding/Pop-Up roof Rear window sunshade Product information Power closing assist for door and trunk lid Rear window defroster Operator's manual Anti-Theft Alarm System Setting Clock Consumer Information Power Seats Shelf below rear window Problems with your vehicle Lumbar support Antenna...
  • Page 9 Tire in Inflation Pressure Identification Plates On-Board Diagnostic System Battery Warranty Coverage (California models only) Traveling Abroad Exterior Lamps Technical Data 500 SEC Winter Driving Fuses 600 SEC Snow Chains Jump Starting Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. Towing the Vehicle Capacities...
  • Page 10 Instruments and Controls For more detailed descriptions see specified pages Adjustable air outlet Storage/eyeglasses compartment Exterior lamp switch Lock for storage/eyeglasses compartment and eye glove Parking brake release Glove box (illuminated with key in steering lock position 2) Hood lock release Rear window defroster switch Parking brake pedal Switch for rear seat head restraints...
  • Page 12 Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). See Index Trip odometer. See Index Coolant temperature gauge. See Index Main odometer. See Index Fuel consumption gauge. See Index Outside temperature indicator. See Index Engine oil pressure gauge (bar) with warning lamp (red). Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) See Index See Index Left turn signal indicator lamp (green).
  • Page 13 Indicator Lamp Symbols Function Indicator Lamp High beam Warning Lamp ABS malfunction. See Index. (should go out with the engine running unless) Battery not being charged properly. See Index. Brake pads worn down. See Index. Fluid level for windshield and headlamp washer Brake fluid low (except Canada).
  • Page 14 Catalytic Converter Caution! Warning! Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped To prevent damage to the catalytic As with any vehicle, do not idle, park with monolithic type catalytic converters, use only premium unleaded or operate this vehicle in areas where converters, an important element in gasoline in this vehicle.
  • Page 15 -25°C (-13°F) we recommend that an engine block Hot Engine heater be installed. Your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer Turn key in steering lock clockwise to will advise you on this subject. the stop. Do not depress accelerator. If the engine has not fired after approx.
  • Page 16 "3" , "2" or "B" [for model 500 SL] in lightly until a slight drag on the wheels by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ the case of automatic transmission). is felt. Keep applying the brake for dealer.
  • Page 17 Depending upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire Have the brake system inspected at an traction varies widely. authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer immediately. Specified tire pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if Install only brake pads and brake fluid the tires are subjected to high loads recommended by MERCEDES-BENZ.
  • Page 18 Aquaplaning We recommend M + S radial-ply tires Parking for the winter season for all four wheels to insure normal balanced Warning! Depending on the depth of the water handling characteristics. layer on the road, aquaplaning may To reduce the risk of personal injury occur, even at low speeds and with new On packed snow, they can reduce your as a result of vehicle movement,...
  • Page 19 Winter Driving Instructions become necessary to produce the Warning! normal brake effect. We therefore The most important rule for slippery or recommend depressing the brake pedal If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, icy roads is to drive sensibly and to repeatedly when traveling on salt- make sure that snow is kept clear of avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and...

  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation...
  • Page 22 Air Outlets 5 Left center air outlet, adjustable Note: 1 Air volume control for left air 6 Right center air outlet, adjustable Dust particles (down to a certain size) outlet, turn left to open and pollen are filtered out before 7 Side air outlet, left and right, outside air enters the passenger 2 Air volume control for left center...
  • Page 23 Automatic Climate Control 5 Defrost Right side passenger compartment: Left side passenger compartment: 6 Residual engine heat utilization 12 Temperature selector 1 Temperature selector 7 Air recirculation 13 Temperature display 2 Temperature display 8 Air volume selector 14 Automatic mode 3 Automatic mode 9 Economy 15 Air distribution buttons...
  • Page 24 The temperature selected with the 1, 12 Temperature Selector Note: temperature selector is reached as quickly as possible. The desired interior temperature can be If the Automatic Climate Control is in selected separately for the left and right the "Diagnosis Mode", turn key in The temperature selector should be left side of the passenger compartment.

  • Page 25: Air Recirculation

    Residual Engine Heat • The system will automatically The system will automatically Utilization shut off switch from recirculated air to fresh • after approx. 30 minutes, air if button is pressed With the engine switched off, it is • if the engine coolant temperature possible to continue heating the drops below 122°F (50 °C), •...
  • Page 26 8 Air Volume Selector 9 Economy 11 OFF The air volume is automatically The function of this setting corresponds The fresh air supply to the car interior regulated in to the automatic mode. However, is shut off. AUTO = Normal setting because the air conditioning compressor and all intermediate positions, except will not engage (fuel savings), it is not...
  • Page 27 An activated charcoal filter markedly reduces bad odors and removes pollutants from the air entering the passenger compartment. When pressing button the filter is also switched off. Note: The activated charcoal filter should be switched off when windows fog up on the inside, or if the passenger compartment needs to be quickly heated up or cooled down.
  • Page 28 The transmitter for the infrared remote only be obtained via your authorized control is located in the key holder, the MERCEDES-BENZ dealer. Flat Key receivers are located next to the door locks and below the trunk lock.
  • Page 29 Master Key in Key Holder Infrared Remote Control Receiver in door handle 1 Release button for master key Transmit button Unlocking: Transmitter eye and battery check Releasing: press release button (1). Aim transmitter eye (2) at a receiver The key unfolds from the holder by The vehicle can be centrally locked (3) and press transmit button (1).
  • Page 30 Locking: Notes: Aim transmitter eye (2) at a receiver If a door or the trunk is not properly (3) and press transmit button (1). closed after you attempt to lock the Distance to receiver max. 20 ft (6 m). vehicle by remote control, the red The red indicator lamp on the receiver indicator lamps will continue to blink should blink.
  • Page 31 Closing Windows and Sliding/ Warning! Note: Pop-Up Roof from Outside Never close the windows or sliding/ If the side windows and sliding/ pop-up Continue to press transmit button (1) pop-up roof if there is the possibility roof cannot be opened automatically by after locking car.
  • Page 32 Central Locking System Doors Central locking switch The entire vehicle may be locked or 1 Opening - pull handle When you lock the car, all door lock unlocked by either using the master 2 Unlocking buttons should move down. If any one key in the door or trunk locks, or 3 Locking stays up, the respective door is not...
  • Page 33 The doors can only be locked with the Notes: central locking switch, if the front doors are closed. In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors and trunk can The doors cannot be unlocked with the be locked and unlocked individually.
  • Page 34 Warning! Never close the windows or siding/ pop-up roof if there is the possiblity of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. In case the closing procedure causes potential danger, the closing procedure can be immediately reversed by turning the key to the unlocking position (3) within 10 seconds.
  • Page 35 Power Closing Assist for Doors and Note: Warning! Trunk Lid If the trunk lid does not close, refer to To prevent possible personal injury, The doors and trunk lid close Trunk Lid, Manual Closing in Index. always keep hands and fingers away automatically if: from the door or trunk opening when closing a door or the trunk...
  • Page 36 Anti-Theft Alarm System The alarm will last approximately 150 seconds in the form of blinking The anti-theft alarm is automatically exterior lamps. At the same time an armed or disarmed with any of your alarm horn will sound intermittently vehicle's keys or infrared remote for 60 seconds, pause for 30 seconds, control by locking or unlocking either and repeat for another 60 seconds.
  • Page 37 Seat and head restraint adjustment: Warning! A Seat, fore/aft, up/down Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while B Seat tilt driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. C Seat cushion depth Never ride in a moving vehicle with D Backrest tilt the seat back reclined.
  • Page 38 Storing seat/head restraint/ steering Recalling seat/head restraint/ steering wheel/exterior and inside rear view wheel/exterior and inside rear view mirror positions in memory: mirror positions stored in memory: Three sets of seat/head restraint/ To recall a seat/head restraint/ steering wheel/exterior and inside rear steering wheel/exterior and inside rear view mirror positions may be view mirror position, push and hold...
  • Page 39 Important! Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly Bring seat backrest to upright position secured restraint system that complies before recalling a stored seat/head with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle restraint/steering wheel/exterior and Safety Standard 213 and Canadian inside rear view mirror position, Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.1.
  • Page 40 Bottom Center can be selected together with The inflation pressure of the air cushion can be continuously varied between position "0" = without pressure, and position "5" = maximum pressure, by changing the pressure regulator (2) setting. Lumbar Support Multicontour Backrest The side bolsters of the backrest can be adjusted with push button (3): Pressure regulator...
  • Page 41 The rear seat heaters only in steering Note: lock position 1. When in operation, the seat heater Press switch to turn on heater: consumes a large amount of power. It is advisable not to use the seat heater 1 Normal heating mode. One longer than necessary.
  • Page 42 Important! For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints.
  • Page 43 Warning! The armrest does not suffice as a child restraint system. In case of a frontal collision a child can be catapulted forward over the locked armrest. Infants and small children should always be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U.S.
  • Page 44 Note: The steering wheel position can be stored in memory together with the seat/head restraint/exterior and inside rear view mirror positions, see Index. Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
  • Page 45 Seat Belts and Supplemental Warning! Seat Belt Warning System Restraint System (SRS) Never ride in a moving vehicle with With the key in steering lock position Your vehicle is equipped with seat the seat back reclined. Sitting in an 2, an audible warning sounds for a belts for all seats, emergency excessively reclined position can be short time if the driver's seat belt is not...
  • Page 46 If the seat belt is not buckled within 30 In this case have the system checked seconds, the seat belt extender will at your authorized Mercedes-Benz The seat belt extender also brings the return to its rest position. dealer.
  • Page 47 Unfastening of Seat Belts Push the release button (3) in the belt buckle (2). Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate (1). Notes: For cleaning and care of the seat belts, see Upholstery in Index. Operation: 1 Latch plate Adjust seat belt so that shoulder...

  • Page 48: Use Child Restraints Properly

    Warning! • Position the lap belt as lo as which is properly secured by a lap possible on your hips and not belt or lap belt portion of a lap- USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY. across the abdomen. If the belt is shoulder belt.
  • Page 49 Supplemental Restraint System Emergency Tensioning In cases of other frontal impacts, roll- (SRS) Retractor (ETR) overs, certain side impacts, rear collisions, or other accidents without The SRS uses two crash severity levels The seat belts are equipped with frontal forces, the emergency (thresholds) to activate either the ETR emergency tensioning retractors.
  • Page 50 Airbags The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the three point seat belt. In some cases, however, the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag. The driver airbag (1) is located in the steering wheel hub.
  • Page 51 Initially, when the key is turned from authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer angled impacts (within the shaded steering lock position 0 to positions 1 or immediately to have the system...
  • Page 52 MERCEDES-BENZ dealer at that Failure to follow these instructions time and replaced when necessary. can result in severe injuries to you or...
  • Page 53 Mercedes-Benz dealer. or front passenger airbag cover Mercedes-Benz dealer. and installation of additional • Do not pass belts over sharp electrical/electronic equipment •...
  • Page 54 Consult your authorized the lap belt portion of the lap-shoulder Mercedes-Benz dealer for installation belt, and that complies with U.S. Infants and small children should of these anchorages.
  • Page 55 Steering is unlocked. rear window defroster, (If necessary, move steering power windows, wheel slightly to allow the key to power seats, front, be turned clockwise to position heated seats, front, adjustable steering wheel. Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information An audible warning will sound when see respective subjects.
  • Page 56 6 Press switch briefly: One wipe without washer water (select only if window is wet)Press switch past resistance point: Windshield washer, windshield wiper; headlamp cleaning system (only in exterior lamp switch positions Canada only: also in position when the engine is running) 7 Windshield wiper 0 Wiper off...
  • Page 57 Have the system checked at your indicator will come on. If the windshield wiper smears the authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer windshield, even during rain, activate as soon as possible. the washer system as often as necessary. The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio.
  • Page 58 Standing Lamps Parking lamps (also side When the vehicle is parked on the marker lamps, taillamps, street the standing lamps (right or left license plate lamps, side parking lamps) can be turned on, instrument panel lamps) making the vehicle more visible to Canada only: When the passing vehicles.
  • Page 59 Inside and Exterior Rear View Mirrors Inside Rear View Mirror The mirror is electrically adjustable. Use your inside mirror to determine the size and distance of objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror. The switch is located on the center Antiglare Night Position console.
  • Page 60 Exterior Rear View Mirrors Note: Turn key in steering lock to position 2 The exterior mirrors have electrically (with either front door open, the heated glass. The heater switches on mirrors can be operated with key automatically, depending on outside removed or in steering lock position 0 temperature.
  • Page 61 Exterior Rear View Mirror Folding the mirrors out Multiple Images Turn switch to point rearward. Press This vehicle is equipped with anti- switch forward until the mirrors are fogging dual-pane side windows to folded out. provide extra insulation against heat, cold and noise.

  • Page 62: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

    Sun Visors Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare. If sunlight enters through a side window, disengage visor from inner mounting and pivot to the side. From this position, the visor can slide forward and backward on its shaft. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors With the visor engaged in its inner mounting, the lamp can be switched...

  • Page 63: Interior Lamps

    Entrance Lamps, Exit Lamps 2 Interior Lamps The lamps are switched on and off by the door contact switches. A Interior lamps switched off. Note: B Interior lamps switched on, To prevent the vehicle battery from Rear Courtesy Lamps being discharged, do not leave doors open for a long period of time.
  • Page 64 Storage/Eyeglasses Compartment To open: Press button (2). Glove Box The glove box lid is equipped with a container for coins and small accessories. To open: Press button (4). Note: The storage compartments may be locked and unlocked by using the master key in lock (5).
  • Page 65 in center console, front in rear doors Lighter Ashtrays To remove ashtray from center console: Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. By touching the top of the cover Push sliding knob (1) toward the right lightly, the ashtray opens automatically. to eject the insert.
  • Page 66 Glass Sliding Roof with Rear Pop- Up Feature An additional screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When sliding the roof open, the screen will also retract. Warning! When closing the sliding roof, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.
  • Page 67 Express Opening and Closing Press switch past resistance point and release - window opens or closes completely. To interrupt procedure, briefly press If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure, the window will stop during the last few inches before closure and open slightly.
  • Page 68 Warning! The power windows can also be closed with the key or infrared remote control When closing the windows, be sure while locking the vehicle doors or that there is no danger of anyone trunk (see Central Locking System in being harmed by the closing Index).
  • Page 69 Note: The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear. The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 20 minutes of operation.
  • Page 70 Shelf below Rear Window Antenna Cellular Telephone Warning! The antenna extends when switching The vehicle is prepared for the on the radio and/or telephone. installation of a cellular telephone. For The shelf below the rear window further information and installation should not be used to carry objects.
  • Page 71 Driving...

  • Page 72: Driving Off

    Drinking and Driving Driving Off Warning! Test the brakes briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the Drinking and driving can be a very road is clear of other traffic. dangerous combination. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect Warm up the engine smoothly.
  • Page 73 Automatic Transmission the brake until ready to drive. The Accelerator position vehicle may otherwise start creeping The automatic transmission selects when the selector lever is in drive or Partial throttle = early upshifting = individual gears automatically, reverse position. normal acceleration dependent upon Warning! Full throttle = later upshifting =...
  • Page 74 This allows damage that is not covered by the The parking lock is an additional the catalytic converter to heat up more Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. safeguard to the parking brake when quickly to operating temperatures. parking the vehicle. Engage only D The transmission automatically with the car stopped.
  • Page 75 negatively affected by this mode of To prevent the engine from laboring at Stopping operation. low RPMs, do not allow the engine speed to drop too low on uphill For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, The delayed upshift is effective with gradients.
  • Page 76 Rear Fender Indicators Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator. When the reverse gear is selected, the rear fender indicators will extend Speed is set by briefly pushing the upward from the rear corners of the lever to position 1 or 2.
  • Page 77 • The use of cruise control can be the engine is restarted, have the applied. system checked at your authorized dangerous on slippery roads. Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as Caution! Rapid changes in tire adhesion possible. can result in wheel spin and loss When driving with the cruise control, of control.
  • Page 78 "0", then damage to the engine may occur with continued operation. Turn off engine immediately and contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Do not operate the car until the condition is repaired.
  • Page 79 Low Engine Oil Level Warning If no oil leaks are noted and there is Engine Oil Consumption Lamp indicated engine oil pressure, continue to drive to the nearest service station Engine oil consumption checks should With the key in steering lock position where the engine oil should be topped only be made after the break-in period.
  • Page 80 Fuel Reserve Warning Lamp Warning! Warning! With the key in steering lock position The outside temperature indicator is • Driving when your engine is badly 2, the fuel reserve warning lamp comes not designed to serve as an Ice- overheated can cause some fluids on and goes out with the engine Warning Device and is therefore un- which may have leaked into the...

  • Page 81: Low Windshield And Headlamp Washer System Fluid Level Warning Lamp

    Low Engine Coolant Level Note: Low Windshield and Headlamp Warning Lamp Washer System Fluid Level Do not drive without coolant in the Warning Lamp With the key in steering lock position cooling system. The engine will 2, the warning lamp comes on and goes overheat causing major engine With the key in steering lock position out with the engine running.
  • Page 82 Have the brake system checked at your is switched on. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible. If a brake or turn signal lamp fails, the lamp failure indicator will come on...
  • Page 83 Brake Warning Lamp Warning! When the minimum mark on the reservoir is reached, have the brake The brake warning lamp will come on Driving with the brake warning system checked for brake pad thickness with the key in steering lock position 2 lamp on can result in an accident.
  • Page 84 To alert following vehicles to slippery road conditions and functions as a road conditions you discover, operate reminder to take extra care while Have the system checked at your your hazard warning flashers as driving. authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer appropriate. as soon as possible.
  • Page 85 S radial-ply tires recommended by also increases again and the brake is no has been detected. Pressing the Mercedes-Benz. longer applied to drive wheels. accelerator pedal will require greater effort. Only partial engine output is The brake pad wear warning lamp available.
  • Page 86 Driving with Snow Chains The mode is canceled in memory above 37 mph (60 km/h) and the When driving with snow chains, press indicator lamp in the switch goes out. the symbol side of the snow chain switch, located on the instrument panel To switch off: press lower half of (the indicator lamp in the switch comes switch (the indicator lamp in the...
  • Page 87 Soft dampening program. malfunction. This setting should be used for regular driving. We recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible to have the system checked-out. Note: If the battery was disconnected, the indicator lamp will only go out after the...
  • Page 88 If the "CHECK ENGINE" malfunction requirements. For details refer to the indicator lamp comes on, have the Maintenance Booklet. system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer as soon as possible. An on-board diagnostic connector allows the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the...
  • Page 89 Add Abroad, there is a widely-spread MB Concentrate "S" to a premixed Use only snow chains that are tested Mercedes-Benz service network at windshield washer solvent/ and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. your disposal. If you plan to travel into...

  • Page 91: Practical Hints

    Practical Hints...
  • Page 92 Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coil, distributor, spark plug sockets, ignition cables, diagnostic...
  • Page 93 Warning! Adding Coolant. • Use extreme caution when If coolant has to be added, a 50/50 opening the hood if there are any mixture of water and MB anticorrosion/ signs of steam or coolant leaking antifreeze should be added. from the cooling system. The drain plugs for the cooling system •...
  • Page 94 Do not overfill engine. Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned. For low engine oil level warning lamp, see Index. 500 SEC 600 SEC Checking Engine Oil Level Check engine oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine,...

  • Page 95: Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid Level

    When noticing fluid loss or gear shifting The fluid level in the transmission is malfunctions, we recommend to have dependent upon its temperature. The your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer maximum and minimum fluid level check the transmission fluid level. marks on the dipstick are applicable...
  • Page 96 Trunk Lamp Spare Wheel, Lug Wrench First Aid Kit 1 Switching off 1 Trunk floor 1 Opening lid 2 Switching on 2 Strap The first aid kit is stored in the shelf 3 Luggage bowl below the rear window. Switch off (1) trunk lamp if the trunk is 4 Lug wrench to remain open for along period of time.
  • Page 97 Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle. Use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.
  • Page 98 See your retightened after approx. 60-300 miles the same direction of travel. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for (100-500 km). Rotating, however, should be carried further information. out at a mileage of 3000 -6000 miles...
  • Page 99 tire beads. For this reason, check rims Changing Wheels for damage at regular intervals. The rim flanges must be checked for wear Move vehicle to a level area which is a before a tire is mounted. Remove burrs, safe distance from the roadway. if any.
  • Page 100 5. Remove the protective cover from 6. Insert jack arm fully into the tube 8. Unscrew wheel bolts completely. the jack support tube opening by hole up to the stop. Place jack on Keep bolt threads protected from inserting a screwdriver in the firm ground.
  • Page 101 11. Install spare wheel on wheel 13. Fold wrench together and Before storing the jack, the jack arm hub. Insert wheel bolts and tighten the five bolts evenly, must be lowered almost to the base of tighten them slightly. following the sequence the jack.
  • Page 102 Tire Inflation Pressure Increased inflation pressures for heavy Warning! loads produce favorable handling A table (see fuel filler flap) lists the tire characteristics with lighter loads and Do not overinflate tires, inflation pressures specified for are perfectly permissible. The ride of Overinflating tires can result in summer and winter tires as well as for the vehicle, however, will become...
  • Page 103 Battery When removing and connecting the Warning! battery, always make sure that all The maintenance-free battery is located electrical consumers are off and the Never lean over batteries while in the trunk behind the right-hand cover key is in steering lock position 0. connecting or jump starting, you panel.
  • Page 104 Exterior Lamps Headlamp Assembly 4 Bulb socket for turn signal, parking, side marker and When replacing bulbs, install only 12 1 Headlamp vertical adjustment standing lamp bulb volt bulbs with the specified watt screw rating 5 Electrical connector for high 2 Headlamp horizontal adjustment and low beam headlamp bulb screw...
  • Page 105 Replacing bulb: Bulb for high and low beam Turn Signal, Parking, Side HB2 (60/55 W) Marker and Standing Lamp When replacing halogen bulbs do not (1157 [21/5 W/32/3 cp] bulb) touch glass portion of bulb with bare Remove cover above headlamp. Move hands.
  • Page 106 Note: Horizontal headlamp aim normally never changes and needs readjustment only after repair to the body or a headlamp unit. Therefore, do not turn the horizontal adjustment screw (1), if number 0 on scale (11) aligns with marker (12). Adjusting Headlamp Vertical headlamp aim: Correct headlamp adjustment is Turn adjusting screw (1) until bubble...
  • Page 107 Taillamp Assemblies 5 Tail, parking and standing lamp License Plate Lamps (21/4 W/35/1.2cpbulb) (5 W bulb) 1 Turn signal lamp Driver's side: Tail, parking, (21 W/32 cp bulb) standing and rear fog lamp Loosen both securing screws (1), (21/4W/35/1.2cpbulb) remove lamp and take out bulb. 2 Backup lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb) 6 Trunk lamp (10 W bulb)
  • Page 108 High Mounted Stop Lamp Main fuse box in engine compartment Auxiliary fuse box in trunk behind (H2 [20 W] bulb) right side cover Fuses To replace the bulb, press tabs on both Always use a new fuse for replacement. sides (arrows) to release cover. Before replacing a blown fuse, Never attempt to repair or bridge a determine the cause of the short circuit.
  • Page 109 Jump Starting Proceed as follows: Important! If the battery is discharged, the engine Position the vehicle with the 3, Clamp one end of the first should be started with jumper cables charged battery so that the jumper cable to the positive and the (12 V) battery of another jumper cables will reach, but (+) terminal of the discharged...
  • Page 110 Important! Warning! Important! 5. Start engine of the vehicle with Never lean over batteries while A discharged battery can freeze at the charged battery and run at connecting or jump starting, approx. + 14°F (-10°C). In that case, it high idle. Then start engine of you might get injured.
  • Page 111 The vehicle may be towed with all Note: wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position "N" for distances up To signal turns while being towed with to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not hazard warning flasher in use, turn key to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
  • Page 112 Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle paint damage. Frequent washing, recommended by Mercedes-Benz however, reduces and/or eliminates the because of the possibility of Warning! aggressiveness and potency of the incompatibility between materials used above adverse in-fluences. in the production process and others Many cleaning products can be applied later.
  • Page 113 Engine Cleaning If the vehicle has been run through an Headlamp Cleaning System automatic car wash -in particular one Corrosion protection, such as MB of the older installations - rewipe the The condition of the wiper blades is Anticorrosion Wax should be applied recessed sections in the taillamps important for satisfactory cleaning of to the engine compartment after every...
  • Page 114 Instrument Cluster Paintwork, Painted Body Light Alloy Wheels Components Use a gentle dish-washing detergent or MB-Autoshampoo should be used for mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a MB-Gloss Preserver should be applied regular cleaning of the light alloy washing solution. Wipe with a cloth when water drops on the paint surface wheels.
  • Page 115 Testing Infrared Remote Control When inserting new batteries, make Synchronizing System: sure they are correctly installed. Checking Batteries: The system may have to be re- Slide battery cover onto housing until synchronized, if the transmitter is If the transmit button (1) is pressed locked in place.
  • Page 116 Installation: Push button (1) up for approximately 5 seconds. Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop. Adjust head restraint to the desired position. Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Do not drive the vehicle without the Front Head Restraints Depress release button (2) beneath the seat head restraints.
  • Page 117 Rear Seat Cushion Manual Retraction of Manual Retraction of Trunk Lid Handle Trunk Lid Handle Removal: Push in locking tabs (1) (on left and right side of seat) and pull up The trunk lid can be closed manually The trunk lid handle can be retracted seat at the front.
  • Page 118 Replacing Wiper Blades Fold wiper arm forward. Press safety Note: tab down (1), push wiper blade For safety reasons, remove key from downward (2) and remove, Do not open engine hood with wiper steering lock before replacing a wiper arms folded forward. blade, otherwise the motor can Installation - driver's side: suddenly turn on and cause injury.
  • Page 119 Fold back access cover in left side panel of trunk with a screwdriver. Insert socket wrench (from tool kit) through opening in panel and place on the hex-drive of the electric motor. Turn socket wrench (manually) to open or close roof as desired. To slide the roof closed or to raise the roof at the rear: turn clockwise.
  • Page 120 Tightening torque: 15-22 ft. lb. (20 - 30 Nm). For approved spark plugs see "Technical Data". 500 SEC 600 SEC Layout of Poly-V-belt Drive 6 Alternator 1 Automatic belt tensioner 7 Idler pulley...
  • Page 121 Roof Rack Spare Parts Service Use only those roof racks approved by All authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers Mercedes-Benz to avoid damage to the maintain a stock of original spare parts vehicle. Follow manufacturer's required for maintenance and repair installation instructions. work. In addition, strategically located...

  • Page 123: Technical Data

    Technical Data...
  • Page 124 (lower edge of windshield) 3 Vehicle Identification No. (on cross member beneath front passenger seat) 4 Engine No. (500 SEC only: front center) 5 Body No. and Paintwork No. 6 Emission Control Tag 7 Information Tag California version Vacuum line routing for...
  • Page 125 Should you lose your Owner's Service Service and Warranty Policy Booklet and Warranty Policy Booklet, have and your authorized MERCEDES- your authorized MERCEDES-BENZ BENZ dealer will exchange or repair dealer arrange for a replacement. It will any defective parts in accordance with be mailed to you.
  • Page 126 Champion C 10 YCC Poly – V - belts length 2460 mm Electrode gap 0.8 mm (0.032 in) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 127 Technical Data 500 SEC See certification tag Weights Main Dimensions Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 5065 mm (199.4 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1912 mm ( 75.3 in) Overall height: 1455 mm ( 57.3 in)
  • Page 128 11-4-9 Poly – V - belts length 2585 mm Electrode gap 0.8 mm (0.032 in) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 129 Technical Data 600 SEC See certification tag Weights Main Dimensions Roof load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle length 5065 mm (199.4 in) Trunk load max. 100 kg (220 lb) Overall vehicle width 1912 mm ( 75.3 in) Overall height: 1455 mm ( 57.3 in) Wheel base 2945 mm (115.9 in)
  • Page 130 Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc. - Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended by us. Inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Recommended engine oils Engine with oil filter Ambient temp.
  • Page 131 Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Rear axle 1.5 US qt (1.5 l) Hypoid gear oil SAE 90, 85 W 90 Hydraulic system for adap- approx. 2.1 US qt (2.0 l) MB Hydraulic fluid tive damping system (ADS) Power steering approx. 1.4 US qt (1.3 l) MB Power steering fluid Front wheel hubs approx.
  • Page 132 It is recommended to use only brake Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral- fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz. • avoid full throttle driving and based lubricating oil, otherwise damage Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer abrupt acceleration, to the system will occur.
  • Page 133 A major concern among engine ASTM standard D 439: manufacturers is carbon build up Using mixtures of Ethanol and caused by gasoline. Mercedes-Benz The octane number (posted at the Methanol is not allowed. Gasohol, recommends to use only quality pump) must be 91min. It is an average...
  • Page 134 The water in the cooling system must time you bring your vehicle to your The cooling system was filled at the meet minimum requirements, which are authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for factory with a coolant providing freeze usually satisfied by normal drinking maintenance service.
  • Page 135 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz of North America Inc.. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C.
  • Page 137 Consumer Information and may depart significantly from the tested under controlled conditions on a norm due to variations in driving habits, specified indoor laboratory test wheel. This has been prepared as required of all service practices and differences in road Sustained high temperature can cause manufacturers of passenger cars under characteristics and climate.
  • Page 138 Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the dealership...
  • Page 139 Index:...
  • Page 140 ABS 75, Battery Coolant temperature gauge Acceleration slip control (ASR) Battery not being charged Coolants Activated charcoal filter Charge indicator lamp 15, Cruise control Adaptive damping system (ADS) Brake fluid 17, 83, 112, 131 -132 ADS 87, Brake pads worn Drinking and driving Air conditioner refrigerant Brake pad wear indicator lamp...
  • Page 141 First aid kit Lamps, exterior Fog lamps Parking brake - 18, 65, ~ 75, 83, Fuel Headlamp, adjusting 85,95, 97, 99, Fuel requirements Headlamps 58, 82, High Power closing assist for doors and Gasoline additives mounted stop lamp trunk lid Premium unleaded gasoline 14, License plate lamp 58, Power seats...
  • Page 142 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Technical data Vanity mirrors emergency tensioning retractor Tire inflation pressure Vehicle jack and airbag Tires 17-18, 85, 89, 98, 102, 126, Vehicle tools Seat belt warning lamp 128, Seat belts and warning system Towing the vehicle Warranty coverage Shelf below rear window Traveling abroad...
  • Page 143 Warning! Your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer has trained To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service when performing any maintenance work or repairs. your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, Improper or incomplete service may damage the vehicle see your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
  • Page 144 1 Fuel Supply: Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip Turn fuel filler cap to the left and hold on to it until possible pressure in tank has been released, then remove cap. 2 Tire Inflation Pressure: Check at least every two weeks. For details see Index.
  • Page 145 What You Should Know at the Gas Station • Coolant: • Fuel: For normal replenishing, use water (potable water quality). For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/antifreeze), refer Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane index to Index. 91 (Average of 96 RON/86 MON). Fuel tank capacity approx.

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