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Mercedes-Benz 2004 SLK-Class Operator's Manual (434 pages)

Mercedes-Benz Automobile Operator's Manual

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

Table of Contents
4
Introduction

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

398
Index

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

Mercedes-Benz 2004 SLK-Class User Manual (314 pages)

Mercedes-Benz USER GUIDE VEHICLE SLK 230, SLK 320

Brand: Mercedes-Benz | Category: Automobile | Size: 3.65 MB

Table of Contents
3
Introduction

7
- Product Information
  7
- Operator's Manual
  8
- Where to Find It
  12
- Symbols
  13
- Operating Safety
  14
  - Proper Use of the Vehicle
    14
- Problems with Your Vehicle
  15
- Reporting Safety Defects
  16
At a Glance

17
- Cockpit
  18
- Instrument Cluster
  20
- Center Console
  23
  - Upper Part
    23
  - Lower Part
    24
- Overhead Control Panel
  25
Getting Started

27
- Operating Your Vehicle Outside the Unlocking
  28
- Unlocking with the Remote Control
  28
- Adjusting
  30
  - Seats
    30
  - Telescoping Steering Column
    34
  - Mirrors
    35
- Driving
  37
  - Fastening the Seat Belts
    37
  - Starting the Engine
    40
  - Switching on Headlamps
    43
  - Turn Signals and High Beam
    43
  - Windshield Wipers
    44
  - Problems While Driving
    45
- Parking and Locking
  47
  - Parking Brake
    47
  - Switching off Headlamps
    48
  - Turning off Engine
    48
Safety and Security

51
- Occupant Safety
  52
  - Airbags
    53
  - Seat Belts
    57
  - Children in the Vehicle
    60
  - Indicator Lamp
    62
- Panic Alarm
  65
  - Activating
    65
  - Deactivating
    65
- Driving Safety Systems
  66
  - Abs
    66
  - Bas
    67
  - Esp
    68
- Anti-Theft Systems
  71
  - Immobilizer
    71
  - Anti-Theft Alarm System
    71
  - Tow-Away Alarm
    72
Controls in Detail

73
- Locking and Unlocking
  74
  - Keys
    74
  - Opening the Doors from the Inside
    77
  - Opening the Trunk
    77
  - Closing the Trunk
    78
  - Trunk Lid Emergency Release
    78
  - Automatic Central Locking
    79
  - Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
    80
- Seats
  81
  - Removing and Installing Head Restraints
    81
  - Heated Seats
    82
- Lighting
  83
  - Exterior Lamp Switch
    83
  - Combination Switch
    85
  - Hazard Warning Flasher
    86
  - Interior Lighting
    87
- Instrument Cluster
  89
  - Instrument Cluster Illumination
    89
  - Coolant Temperature Gauge
    89
  - Trip Odometer
    90
  - Tachometer
    90
  - Outside Temperature Indicator
    91
  - Setting Clock
    91
- Manual Transmission
  92
  - Shifting into Reverse
    92
- Automatic Transmission
  93
  - One-Touch Gearshifting
    94
  - Gear Ranges
    95
  - Gear Selector Lever Position
    95
  - Program Mode Selector Switch
    97
  - Accelerator Position
    98
  - Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)
    98
- Good Visibility
  99
  - Headlamp Cleaning System
    99
  - Rear View Mirror
    99
  - Sun Visors
    100
  - Rear Window Defroster
    101
- Climate Control
  102
  - Setting the Temperature
    104
  - Adjusting Air Volume
    105
  - Adjusting Air Distribution
    105
  - Air Recirculation Mode
    106
  - Air Conditioning
    106
  - Residual Heat
    107
  - Basic Settings
    108
  - Special Settings
    109
  - Deactivating the Climate Control System
    110
- Audio System
  111
  - Audio and Telephone, Operation
    111
  - Operating Safety
    111
  - Operating and Display Elements
    112
  - Anti-Theft System
    114
  - Button and Soft Key Operation
    115
  - Operation
    115
  - Radio Mode
    116
  - Cassette Mode
    118
  - CD Mode
    121
  - Telephone* Operation
    125
- Power Windows
  128
  - Opening and Closing the Windows
    128
- Retractable Hardtop
  130
  - Opening and Closing the Retractable Hardtop
    130
  - Wind Screen
    135
- Driving Systems
  136
  - Cruise Control
    136
- Useful Features
  139
  - Interior Storage Spaces
    139
  - Ashtray
    142
  - Cigarette Lighter
    143
  - Telephone
    143
  - Tele Aid
    144
  - Garage Door Opener
    153
Operation

159
- The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
  160
- Driving Instructions
  161
  - Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel
    161
  - Drinking and Driving
    161
  - Pedals
    161
  - Power Assistance
    162
  - Brakes
    162
  - Driving off
    163
  - Parking
    163
  - Tires
    164
  - Hydroplaning
    165
  - Tire Traction
    165
  - Tire Speed Rating
    166
  - Winter Driving Instructions
    167
  - Standing Water
    168
  - Passenger Compartment
    168
  - Driving Abroad
    168
  - Control and Operation of Radio Transmitter
    168
  - Catalytic Converter
    169
  - Emission Control
    170
  - Coolant Temperature
    170
- At the Gas Station
  171
  - Refueling
    171
  - Check Regularly and before a Long Trip
    172
- Engine Compartment
  174
  - Hood
    174
  - Engine Oil
    175
  - Transmission Fluid Level
    180
  - Coolant
    180
  - Battery
    183
  - Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System
    184
- Tires and Wheels
  185
  - Important Guidelines
    185
  - Life of Tire
    186
  - Direction of Rotation
    186
  - Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
    186
  - Rotating Wheels
    187
- Winter Driving
  188
  - Winter Tires
    188
  - Block Heater (Canada Only)
    189
  - Snow Chains
    189
- Maintenance
  190
  - Clearing the Service Indicator
    190
  - Service Term Exceeded
    191
  - Calling up the Service Indicator
    191
  - Resetting the Service Indicator
    191
- Vehicle Care
  192
  - Cleaning and Care of Vehicle
    192
Practical Hints

199
- What to Do if
  200
- Where will I Find
  212
  - First Aid Kit
    212
  - Vehicle Tool Kit, Vehicle Jack
    212
  - Spare Wheel (SLK 230 Kompressor, SLK 320)
    213
  - TIREFIT Kit (SLK 32 AMG Only)
    214
- Unlocking/Locking in an Emergency
  216
  - Unlocking the Vehicle
    216
  - Locking the Vehicle
    217
  - Changing Batteries in Remote Control
    218
  - Synchronizing Remote Control
    219
  - Fuel Filler Flap
    219
  - Manually Unlocking the Transmission Selector Lever
    220
- Opening/Closing in an Emergency
  221
  - Raising Retractable Hardtop Manually
    221
- Replacing Bulbs
  226
  - Bulbs
    226
  - Replacing Bulbs
    227
  - Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps
    228
  - Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps
    230
  - Adjusting Headlamp Aim (Halogen Headlamps Only)
    231
- Replacing Wiper Blades
  233
  - Removing Wiper Blades
    233
  - Installing Wiper Blades
    234
- Flat Tire
  235
  - Preparing the Vehicle
    235
  - Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 1
    235
  - Sealing Tires with TIREFIT Kit 2
    240
  - Mounting the Spare Wheel
    244
- Battery
  251
  - Disconnecting the Battery
    252
  - Removing the Battery
    252
  - Charging and Reinstalling Battery
    252
  - Reconnecting the Battery
    252
- Jump Starting
  254
- Towing the Vehicle
  256
  - Towing Eye
    258
  - Installing Towing Eye Bolt
    259
- Fuses
  260
  - Main Fuse Box
    260
  - Auxiliary Fuse Box
    261
Technical Data

263
- Spare Parts Service
  264
- Warranty Coverage
  265
  - Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet
    265
- Identification Labels
  266
- Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive
  267
  - SLK 230 Kompressor
    267
  - Slk 320
    267
  - Slk 32 Amg
    267
- Engine
  268
- Rims and Tires
  269
  - Same Size Tires
    270
  - Mixed Size Tires
    271
  - Spare Wheel with Collapsible Tire
    273
- Electrical System
  274
- Main Dimensions
  275
- Weights
  276
- Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc
  277
  - Capacities
    277
  - Engine Oils
    279
  - Engine Oil Additives
    279
  - Air Conditioning Refrigerant
    279
  - Brake Fluid
    279
  - Premium Unleaded Gasoline
    280
  - Fuel Requirements
    280
  - Gasoline Additives
    280
  - Coolants
    281
  - Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Washer System
    283
- Consumer Information
  284
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    284
Technical Terms

287
Index

293

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Mercedes-Benz 2004 SLK-Class Operator's Manual (434 pages)

Table of Contents

Introduction

At a Glance

Getting Started

Safety and Security

Controls in Detail

Operation

Practical Hints

Technical Data

Technical Terms

Index