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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
Product information
Information on recommended parts and accessories for your vehicle.
Operator’s manual
Guide to understanding your vehicle's functions and safety.
Where to find it
Overview of the manual's eight sections and their content.
Reporting Safety Defects
Procedure for reporting vehicle defects to NHTSA and Mercedes-Benz.
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls
Overview of controls on the steering wheel and dashboard.
Center console
Identification and function of controls located on the center console.
Overhead control panel
Identification and function of controls on the overhead console.
Operation
Vehicle keys
Description of the electronic main keys and reserve key.
Central locking system
Operation of locking/unlocking doors, trunk, and windows via remote.
Antitheft alarm system
How the antitheft alarm system is armed, disarmed, and activated.
Power seats, front
Instructions for adjusting the front power seats using slide switches.
Seat belts and integrated restraint system
Information on seat belts, airbags, and the SRS system.
Automatic climate control
Operation of the automatic climate control system for cabin comfort.
Audio and telephone, operation
Basic operation of the vehicle's audio and telephone systems.
Power windows
Operation of power window switches for opening and closing.
Soft top
Procedures for operating and caring for the convertible soft top.
Driving
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)
Recommendations for breaking in the vehicle during the initial period.
Maintenance
Information on scheduled maintenance and service intervals.
Steering lock
How to engage and disengage the steering lock and important warnings.
Starting and turning off the engine
Step-by-step instructions for starting and stopping the engine.
Automatic transmission
Explanation of selector lever positions and transmission operation.
Cruise control
How to operate and use the cruise control system for maintaining speed.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
Explanation of ABS operation and safety precautions.
Electronic stability program (ESP)
How ESP enhances directional control and reduces wheel spin.
Instrument cluster display
Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
Explanation of various warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster.
Malfunction and warning messages
Categories and handling of system malfunction and warning messages.
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp
Meaning of the check engine light and recommended actions.
BRAKE warning lamp
What the brake warning lamp signifies and safety precautions.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp
Functionality and checks for the airbag system indicator lamp.
Practical hints
First aid kit
Location and content of the vehicle's first aid kit.
Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment
Information on accessing and using the spare tire, tools, and storage.
Vehicle jack
Proper use and safety instructions for the vehicle jack.
Fuses
Location and replacement of fuses in various fuse boxes.
Engine compartment
Hood
Instructions for opening, closing, and safety precautions related to the hood.
Checking engine oil level
Procedure for checking the engine oil level using the dipstick and display.
Coolant level
How to check the coolant level and important safety notes.
Adding coolant
Instructions and warnings for adding coolant to the system.
Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system
Information on refilling the washer fluid reservoir and mixing ratios.
Tires, Wheels
Wheels
Information on replacing rims, tires, and recommended specifications.
Tire replacement
Guidelines for replacing tires, including break-in procedures.
Rotating wheels
Procedures and considerations for rotating tires.
Spare wheel
Information regarding the spare wheel's type, limitations, and usage.
Changing wheels
Step-by-step guide for changing a wheel, including safety precautions.
Battery
Battery
Information on battery maintenance, charging, removal, and installation.
Battery recycling
Guidelines for environmentally responsible battery disposal.
Jump starting
Procedure and safety warnings for jump starting a vehicle.
Towing
Towing the vehicle
Procedures and precautions for towing the vehicle with wheels on the ground or on a flatbed.
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking
How to manually unlock the transmission selector lever in case of power failure.
Exterior lamps
Bulbs
Instructions for adjusting and replacing exterior lamp bulbs, including safety.
Headlamp assembly (Halogen)
Details on the halogen headlamp assembly components and replacement.
Headlamp assembly (Xenon)
Details on the Xenon headlamp assembly components and replacement.
Taillamp assemblies
Guide to accessing and replacing bulbs in the taillamp assemblies.
Side marker lamp, front
Procedure for replacing the front side marker lamp bulb.
Adjusting headlamp aim
Steps for checking and adjusting headlamp aim for proper illumination.
Electronic main key
Changing batteries in the electronic main key
Step-by-step guide to replacing batteries in the electronic vehicle key.
Synchronizing remote control
Procedure to resynchronize the remote control if the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked.
Emergency operation of soft top
Raising soft top manually
Instructions for manually raising the soft top in case of power failure.
Vehicle care
Cleaning and care of the vehicle
General guidelines for washing, cleaning, and protecting the vehicle's exterior.
Engine cleaning
Precautions and steps for cleaning the engine compartment.
Vehicle washing
Recommended methods and products for washing the vehicle.
Soft top
Procedures for cleaning and caring for the convertible soft top.
Technical data
Spare parts service
Information about obtaining genuine Mercedes-Benz spare parts.
Warranty coverage
Overview of the vehicle's warranty coverage and terms.
Identification labels
Location of certification and VIN labels for ordering parts.
Technical data
Specifications for engine, dimensions, and other technical details.
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
Capacities for various fluids and lubricants required for the vehicle.
Premium unleaded gasoline
Fuel requirements and octane rating specifications.
Uniform tire quality grading
Explanation of tire quality grades for treadwear, traction, and temperature.
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