Owner's Manual
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... ...9 Product information...9 Operator's Manual ...10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ...11 Maintenance ...12 Roadside Assistance ...12 Change of address or ownership...12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or ...Canada...13 Where to find it...14 Symbols...15 Operating safety ...16 Proper use of the vehicle ...16 Problems with your vehicle...17 Reporting safety defects...18 Reporting safety defects ...18 At a glance ...19 Cockpit...20...
... ...9 Product information...9 Operator's Manual ...10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ...11 Maintenance ...12 Roadside Assistance ...12 Change of address or ownership...12 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or ...Canada...13 Where to find it...14 Symbols...15 Operating safety ...16 Proper use of the vehicle ...16 Problems with your vehicle...17 Reporting safety defects...18 Reporting safety defects ...18 At a glance ...19 Cockpit...20...
Owner's Manual
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... ...184 Opening and closing the retractable hardtop...184 Driving systems...193 Cruise control ...193 Distronic* ...196 Active Body Control (ABC) ...207 Parktronic* (Parking assist)...210 Useful features...214 Storage compartments ...214 Ashtray ...219 Cigarette lighter...219 Heated steering wheel* (SL 500, SL 600)...220 Load assist in the trunk ...221 Electrical...
... ...184 Opening and closing the retractable hardtop...184 Driving systems...193 Cruise control ...193 Distronic* ...196 Active Body Control (ABC) ...207 Parktronic* (Parking assist)...210 Useful features...214 Storage compartments ...214 Ashtray ...219 Cigarette lighter...219 Heated steering wheel* (SL 500, SL 600)...220 Load assist in the trunk ...221 Electrical...
Owner's Manual
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...permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be held responsible for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Please do not use them , even if in your own best interest: We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by governmental or... other agencies should exist. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us are unable to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for them . Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect...
...permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be held responsible for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Please do not use them , even if in your own best interest: We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by governmental or... other agencies should exist. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us are unable to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for them . Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect...
Owner's Manual
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...inform you have some or all of the equipment described in this Operator's Manual might differ from the actual equipment of your Mercedes-Benz, including: New Car Limited Warranty, Emission System Warranty, Emission Performance Warranty, California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission ...Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only), State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws). 10 If you of useful information. If there are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may find explanations for your vehicle. Optional equipment is...
...inform you have some or all of the equipment described in this Operator's Manual might differ from the actual equipment of your Mercedes-Benz, including: New Car Limited Warranty, Emission System Warranty, Emission Performance Warranty, California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission ...Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only), State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws). 10 If you of useful information. If there are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may find explanations for your vehicle. Optional equipment is...
Owner's Manual
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...with the vehicle to make it available to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at ...1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in the event of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information...
...with the vehicle to make it available to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at ...1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in the event of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information...
Owner's Manual
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...to : In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 13 Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for ...delivery in foreign countries, please be aware that: Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. the use...
...to : In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 13 Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for ...delivery in foreign countries, please be aware that: Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. the use...
Owner's Manual
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...15 Warning! This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on a topic. Highlights hazards that may find useful. Page This symbol tells you where to look for you may endanger your attention to term definitions. Words appearing in the ...a multiple-step procedure. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this Operator's Manual: * Optional equipment is used to indicate cross-references to hazards that may differ slightly from the actual equipment of others. ! G This symbol points to your vehicle...
...15 Warning! This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on a topic. Highlights hazards that may find useful. Page This symbol tells you where to look for you may endanger your attention to term definitions. Words appearing in the ...a multiple-step procedure. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this Operator's Manual: * Optional equipment is used to indicate cross-references to hazards that may differ slightly from the actual equipment of others. ! G This symbol points to your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that damage to your vehicle. Inspect the ...operating safety of various risks. These warning labels are familiar with caution to electronic components. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for example when running . Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could seriously impair ...by information on the label itself. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other systems. Electronic malfunctions could also have a negative impact on your hazard warning flashers, ...
... the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that damage to your vehicle. Inspect the ...operating safety of various risks. These warning labels are familiar with caution to electronic components. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for example when running . Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could seriously impair ...by information on the label itself. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other systems. Electronic malfunctions could also have a negative impact on your hazard warning flashers, ...
Owner's Manual
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... from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in the vehicle, or with you and lock the vehicle. Get a jump start ( page 363). Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may not be turned in operation. Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( page 358). Getting started Unlocking Starter switch...
... from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in the vehicle, or with you and lock the vehicle. Get a jump start ( page 363). Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may not be turned in operation. Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( page 358). Getting started Unlocking Starter switch...
Owner's Manual
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... injury. 32 Grasp the door handle. The locking knobs on the gear selector lever corresponds to turning the SmartKey to an unlocked vehicle. Warning! Unsupervised use of the SmartKey overrules the KEYLESS-GO function. If your vehicle checks whether the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is inside the vehicle, pressing the KEYLESS...
... injury. 32 Grasp the door handle. The locking knobs on the gear selector lever corresponds to turning the SmartKey to an unlocked vehicle. Warning! Unsupervised use of the SmartKey overrules the KEYLESS-GO function. If your vehicle checks whether the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is inside the vehicle, pressing the KEYLESS...
Owner's Manual
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... twice, the power supply is again switched off . Do not depress the brake pedal. once again, the ignition (position 2) is switched on starting the engine using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, see "SmartKey with SmartKey removed). Getting started Unlocking Position 1 Press the KEYLESS-GO start /stop button once, the power...
... twice, the power supply is again switched off . Do not depress the brake pedal. once again, the ignition (position 2) is switched on starting the engine using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, see "SmartKey with SmartKey removed). Getting started Unlocking Position 1 Press the KEYLESS-GO start /stop button once, the power...
Owner's Manual
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... door is being adjusted. Never place hands under the seat or near any moving vehicle with you, and lock your seat belt ( page 40). Unsupervised use of seat belts, must be dangerous. G Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving. G When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the vehicle...
... door is being adjusted. Never place hands under the seat or near any moving vehicle with you, and lock your seat belt ( page 40). Unsupervised use of seat belts, must be dangerous. G Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving. G When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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G The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is open. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Adjusting steering column, in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfortable steering wheel position ...
G The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is open. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Adjusting steering column, in the direction of arrow 1 until a comfortable steering wheel position ...
Owner's Manual
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... mirror button 2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button 3 Adjustment button Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror. Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. The mirror surface...
... mirror button 2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button 3 Adjustment button Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror. Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. The mirror surface...
Owner's Manual
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...when it is lessened if you are ever in an accident, your seat belt before driving off. If this vehicle, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM1 compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in an accident. Always make sure your passenger should always wear...belt. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers, the objects could then no longer brake or accelerate. Without your seat belt buckled, you are using their likely severity in the vehicle to afford if the occupants are wearing your risk of injuries and their seat belts ( page 58)....
...when it is lessened if you are ever in an accident, your seat belt before driving off. If this vehicle, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM1 compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in an accident. Always make sure your passenger should always wear...belt. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers, the objects could then no longer brake or accelerate. Without your seat belt buckled, you are using their likely severity in the vehicle to afford if the occupants are wearing your risk of injuries and their seat belts ( page 58)....
Owner's Manual
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... your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle than one person at the abdomen or neck. Never use a seat belt for more people ride in the vehicle is significantly increased if the child restraints are seat belts available. Warning! You could cause serious...
... your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle than one person at the abdomen or neck. Never use a seat belt for more people ride in the vehicle is significantly increased if the child restraints are seat belts available. Warning! You could cause serious...
Owner's Manual
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... belts. Do not allow the belt to seat belts. Do not bleach or dye seat belts as possible on your hips (over sharp edges. Never use of the shoulder (it clicks. G Do not pass belts over hip joint) and not across the abdomen. In a crash, they may severely weaken them...positioned. Place the seat backrest in an accident must be able to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. This could tear. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 42 Getting started Driving Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 until it should not touch the neck). This could impair the effectiveness of...
... belts. Do not allow the belt to seat belts. Do not bleach or dye seat belts as possible on your hips (over sharp edges. Never use of the shoulder (it clicks. G Do not pass belts over hip joint) and not across the abdomen. In a crash, they may severely weaken them...positioned. Place the seat backrest in an accident must be able to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up. This could tear. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 42 Getting started Driving Push latch plate 2 into buckle 3 until it should not touch the neck). This could impair the effectiveness of...
Owner's Manual
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... more information, see "Turning off the engine with the SmartKey, see "Automatic transmission" ( page 155). Turn the SmartKey to position 3 and release it can also use the "touch-start" function. Depress the brake pedal. Warning! Do not run the engine in the starter switch to P. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide...
... more information, see "Turning off the engine with the SmartKey, see "Automatic transmission" ( page 155). Turn the SmartKey to position 3 and release it can also use the "touch-start" function. Depress the brake pedal. Warning! Do not run the engine in the starter switch to P. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide...
Owner's Manual
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... Press KEYLESS-GO start ( page 363). If you are starting attempts can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start as radio signals from another source may be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system.../stop button 1 once. Do not depress accelerator. Getting started Driving Starting with KEYLESS-GO* You can drain the battery. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 KEYLESS-GO start after several starting procedure. Or: Start the engine with KEYLESS-GO. The selector lever lock is in ...
... Press KEYLESS-GO start ( page 363). If you are starting attempts can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start as radio signals from another source may be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system.../stop button 1 once. Do not depress accelerator. Getting started Driving Starting with KEYLESS-GO* You can drain the battery. Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 KEYLESS-GO start after several starting procedure. Or: Start the engine with KEYLESS-GO. The selector lever lock is in ...
Owner's Manual
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... engine at high engine speed. If you hear a warning signal when driving off, you have forgotten to do so. i You can deactivate the automatic locking using the control system ( page 146). Open door only when conditions are safe to release the parking brake. Do not run cold engine at high engine...
... engine at high engine speed. If you hear a warning signal when driving off, you have forgotten to do so. i You can deactivate the automatic locking using the control system ( page 146). Open door only when conditions are safe to release the parking brake. Do not run cold engine at high engine...