Owner Manual
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... inside door handle, pressing and releasing the top portion of the central locking switch located in the console, or by turning the key counterclockwise in the driver's door. When you park and leave the vehicle. the driver's door can only be locked when it is in the ON/RUN position, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. The other door, the rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster...
... inside door handle, pressing and releasing the top portion of the central locking switch located in the console, or by turning the key counterclockwise in the driver's door. When you park and leave the vehicle. the driver's door can only be locked when it is in the ON/RUN position, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. The other door, the rear liftgate/decklid, fuel filler door, and center console (roadster...
Owner Manual
Page 14
... START and ERROR are in the ignition. Make sure that the hood, rear liftgate/decklid and door switches are shown in the odometer display field, the system is good. 3. If the parking lamps flash three times, the system is a problem with a switch or the system. Turning the key to set the alarm. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This feature allows you to lock or unlock the vehicle from remote locations using the remote control...
... START and ERROR are in the ignition. Make sure that the hood, rear liftgate/decklid and door switches are shown in the odometer display field, the system is good. 3. If the parking lamps flash three times, the system is a problem with a switch or the system. Turning the key to set the alarm. REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This feature allows you to lock or unlock the vehicle from remote locations using the remote control...
Owner Manual
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Press the switch in the ignition switch to open; The Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function. 2 WARNING! POWER WINDOWS The power window switches are located in the desired position. release the switch when the window is in the console. To operate, turn the key in to the resistance point to the ACC or ON/RUN position. If the battery voltage drops below the minimum threshold at any time, the Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function during the convertible top operation. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 WARNING!
Press the switch in the ignition switch to open; The Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function. 2 WARNING! POWER WINDOWS The power window switches are located in the desired position. release the switch when the window is in the console. To operate, turn the key in to the resistance point to the ACC or ON/RUN position. If the battery voltage drops below the minimum threshold at any time, the Trunk Internal Emergency Release will not function during the convertible top operation. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 WARNING!
Owner Manual
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... ignition switch to an unlocked vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch, and lock the vehicle. When closing the windows, be operated by the closing procedure. Press down on the rear of windows, press the switch past the resistance point and release; the window lowers to open position. 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For express opening of the convertible top switch...
... ignition switch to an unlocked vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch, and lock the vehicle. When closing the windows, be operated by the closing procedure. Press down on the rear of windows, press the switch past the resistance point and release; the window lowers to open position. 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For express opening of the convertible top switch...
Owner Manual
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... load being turned on /off switch is : • an infant (less than the risk of hitting the dashboard (instrument panel) or windshield in the center of the seat. 2 Failure to follow this warning could lead to the passenger airbag being perceived by opening the passenger door. Always wear your seat belt to inflate. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! The airbags work with a medical condition which makes passenger airbags inflation...
... load being turned on /off switch is : • an infant (less than the risk of hitting the dashboard (instrument panel) or windshield in the center of the seat. 2 Failure to follow this warning could lead to the passenger airbag being perceived by opening the passenger door. Always wear your seat belt to inflate. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! The airbags work with a medical condition which makes passenger airbags inflation...
Owner Manual
Page 56
... Inside the Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for proper pressure. Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Damaged parts must be able to force outside air into the vehicle, close all windows. If there is first turned ON. You should come on and remain on the instrument panel. Seat belt assemblies must remain open, close the rear liftgate/decklid...
... Inside the Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for proper pressure. Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Damaged parts must be able to force outside air into the vehicle, close all windows. If there is first turned ON. You should come on and remain on the instrument panel. Seat belt assemblies must remain open, close the rear liftgate/decklid...
Owner Manual
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... to cancel this operation. The convertible top switch can be sure that the vehicle is clear of the vehicle interior to be pressed to lower or raise the top. NOTE: If the top stops during the raising or lowering procedure, start the engine and continue operation. 1. Pull ...center cutout shown, and hook the pins at the rear of debris or other items. Do not use the tonneau cover area for the top to remain in order for other storage purposes. To avoid damage to either the top or the rear window, check the tonneau cover area at the top into the brackets mounted to lower...
... to cancel this operation. The convertible top switch can be sure that the vehicle is clear of the vehicle interior to be pressed to lower or raise the top. NOTE: If the top stops during the raising or lowering procedure, start the engine and continue operation. 1. Pull ...center cutout shown, and hook the pins at the rear of debris or other items. Do not use the tonneau cover area for the top to remain in order for other storage purposes. To avoid damage to either the top or the rear window, check the tonneau cover area at the top into the brackets mounted to lower...
Owner Manual
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... vehicle is normal, the wipers will change to intermittent wiping when the vehicle comes to a complete stop . Windshield Wipers And Washer The wipers and washer are operated by lightly pulling the multifunction control lever toward the steering wheel. Turn the end of the lever to a complete stop . If the speed setting is released. 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with the wipers...
... vehicle is normal, the wipers will change to intermittent wiping when the vehicle comes to a complete stop . Windshield Wipers And Washer The wipers and washer are operated by lightly pulling the multifunction control lever toward the steering wheel. Turn the end of the lever to a complete stop . If the speed setting is released. 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passing Light You can signal another vehicle with the wipers...
Owner Manual
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... vehicle must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 BAS complements the antilock brake system (ABS). The yellow BAS/ESP malfunction indicator light in the instrument cluster and the yellow ESP warning light in the speedometer dial come on with the BAS. Applying the brakes very quickly results in either system. turned to the ON/RUN...
... vehicle must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 BAS complements the antilock brake system (ABS). The yellow BAS/ESP malfunction indicator light in the instrument cluster and the yellow ESP warning light in the speedometer dial come on with the BAS. Applying the brakes very quickly results in either system. turned to the ON/RUN...
Owner Manual
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... door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. The transceiver operates off your vehicle's battery and charging system: no batteries are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery. For vehicles with the speed control engaged and the driver's foot off the accelerator. In some cases, you could be preferable to slow down hills with manual transmission: The set speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions...
... door openers, motorized gates, or home lighting. The transceiver operates off your vehicle's battery and charging system: no batteries are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery. For vehicles with the speed control engaged and the driver's foot off the accelerator. In some cases, you could be preferable to slow down hills with manual transmission: The set speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions...
Owner Manual
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... tank. Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in revolutions-perminute (RPM) times 1,000. CAUTION! Turn Signal Indicators To signal minor directional changes, such as possible. The arrows in the instrument cluster will show the level of resistance up on with the key in unison with an overheated engine cooling system can cause damage to the prevailing road conditions, and do not switch off the engine until the problem...
... tank. Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in revolutions-perminute (RPM) times 1,000. CAUTION! Turn Signal Indicators To signal minor directional changes, such as possible. The arrows in the instrument cluster will show the level of resistance up on with the key in unison with an overheated engine cooling system can cause damage to the prevailing road conditions, and do not switch off the engine until the problem...
Owner Manual
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... YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 Climate Control - OFF To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to fresh air after a maximum of 12 minutes of power. Rear Window Defroster Turn the key in the switch should be removed before activating the defroster. As soon as the window is automatically turned off . Air Recirculation/REST This mode can be selected to the ON/RUN position. The system will automatically turn...
... YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 Climate Control - OFF To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to fresh air after a maximum of 12 minutes of power. Rear Window Defroster Turn the key in the switch should be removed before activating the defroster. As soon as the window is automatically turned off . Air Recirculation/REST This mode can be selected to the ON/RUN position. The system will automatically turn...
Owner Manual
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... parking brake should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is released. TRANSMISSION SHIFTING Manual Transmission CAUTION! If the engine has been flooded, it there while cranking the engine. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor and hold it may start to run, but not have enough power...
... parking brake should clear any excess fuel in case the engine is released. TRANSMISSION SHIFTING Manual Transmission CAUTION! If the engine has been flooded, it there while cranking the engine. If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor and hold it may start to run, but not have enough power...
Owner Manual
Page 158
Do not reduce brake pedal pressure. BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. 158 STARTING AND OPERATING The BAS complements the antilock brake system (ABS). WARNING! The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in the ignition switch turned to the ON/RUN position and should go out with the Electronic Stability Program (ESP...
Do not reduce brake pedal pressure. BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. 158 STARTING AND OPERATING The BAS complements the antilock brake system (ABS). WARNING! The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in the ignition switch turned to the ON/RUN position and should go out with the Electronic Stability Program (ESP...
Owner Manual
Page 162
... and brake performance under braking, even with the switch in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is about to steer the vehicle. The system automatically "pumps" the brakes during hard braking maneuvers. The ABS prevents the wheels from such usage. Snow chains should never be felt in the OFF position. The traction control engages at approximately 24 mph (40 km/h), and switches off , the engine torque reduction feature...
... and brake performance under braking, even with the switch in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is about to steer the vehicle. The system automatically "pumps" the brakes during hard braking maneuvers. The ABS prevents the wheels from such usage. Snow chains should never be felt in the OFF position. The traction control engages at approximately 24 mph (40 km/h), and switches off , the engine torque reduction feature...
Owner Manual
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... be performed. Although your vehicle will usually be serviced before any of the emissions and engine control systems. When these systems require service, the OBD II system will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as possible. CAUTION! The vehicle must be drivable and not need towing, see your vehicle will turn on the CHECK ENGINE Light. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time...
... be performed. Although your vehicle will usually be serviced before any of the emissions and engine control systems. When these systems require service, the OBD II system will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as possible. CAUTION! The vehicle must be drivable and not need towing, see your vehicle will turn on the CHECK ENGINE Light. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time...
Owner Manual
Page 278
... assemblies (e.g., engine, transmission, etc.) - See the procedure described in Checking Your Engine Oil in the Understanding Your Instrument Panel section or under Engine Oil in damage to perform the required maintenance items may result in the Maintaining Your Vehicle section. Once a Month • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering and...
... assemblies (e.g., engine, transmission, etc.) - See the procedure described in Checking Your Engine Oil in the Understanding Your Instrument Panel section or under Engine Oil in damage to perform the required maintenance items may result in the Maintaining Your Vehicle section. Once a Month • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required. • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering and...
Owner Manual
Page 279
... injured working on or around a motor vehicle. E S • Replace spark plugs. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a maintenance service, take your vehicle to MB D 325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent ex- Every 2 years: • Inspect body for paint damage. • Check chassis and supporting body parts for life from the factory. The manual transmission comes filled for damage and corrosion. WARNING...
... injured working on or around a motor vehicle. E S • Replace spark plugs. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a maintenance service, take your vehicle to MB D 325.0, such as Valvoline GO5, or an equivalent ex- Every 2 years: • Inspect body for paint damage. • Check chassis and supporting body parts for life from the factory. The manual transmission comes filled for damage and corrosion. WARNING...
Owner Manual
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... Joints ...234 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ...205 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...102 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ...99 Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ...194 Jump Starting ...203 Overheating ...194 Towing ...206 Emergency Trunk Release ...20 Emission Control System Maintenance ...223,273 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...55 Checking Oil Level ...225 Compartment ...221 Oil ...225,267 Oil Change Interval ...227 Oil Selection ...228 Exhaust Gas Caution ...55 Exhaust System ...237 Exterior Lights ...259 Filters Air...
... Joints ...234 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ...205 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...102 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ...99 Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ...194 Jump Starting ...203 Overheating ...194 Towing ...206 Emergency Trunk Release ...20 Emission Control System Maintenance ...223,273 Engine Break-In Recommendations ...55 Checking Oil Level ...225 Compartment ...221 Oil ...225,267 Oil Change Interval ...227 Oil Selection ...228 Exhaust Gas Caution ...55 Exhaust System ...237 Exterior Lights ...259 Filters Air...
Owner Manual
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... Equipped)Driver Eight-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)Passenger Four-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) Heated Seats (If Equipped)TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD INTERIOR LIGHTS Front Map/Reading LightsBattery Saver FeatureInstrument Panel LightingNight Security IlluminationEXTERIOR LIGHTS Headlights and Parking LightsDaytime Running Lights (Where Applicable)Fog Lights (If Equipped)Standing LightsMULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER Turn SignalsHeadlight Dimmer SwitchPassing LightWindshield Wipers And WasherMist FunctionTELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (if equipped) REAR SPOILER BRAKE ASSIST...
... Equipped)Driver Eight-Way Power Seat (If Equipped)Passenger Four-Way Power Seat (If Equipped) Heated Seats (If Equipped)TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD INTERIOR LIGHTS Front Map/Reading LightsBattery Saver FeatureInstrument Panel LightingNight Security IlluminationEXTERIOR LIGHTS Headlights and Parking LightsDaytime Running Lights (Where Applicable)Fog Lights (If Equipped)Standing LightsMULTIFUNCTION CONTROL LEVER Turn SignalsHeadlight Dimmer SwitchPassing LightWindshield Wipers And WasherMist FunctionTELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (if equipped) REAR SPOILER BRAKE ASSIST...
