Owner's Manual
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... ...Instrument cluster ...Center console ...17 18 20 23 Upper part ...23 Lower Part ...24 Overhead control panel ...25 Getting started ...27 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...
... ...Instrument cluster ...Center console ...17 18 20 23 Upper part ...23 Lower Part ...24 Overhead control panel ...25 Getting started ...27 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...
Owner's Manual
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Contents Automatic central locking ...Locking and unlocking from the inside ...Seats...Heated seats* ...Head restraints...Lighting...Exterior lamp switch...Combination switch...Hazard warning flasher...Interior lighting...Instrument cluster ...Instrument cluster illumination...Coolant temperature gauge...Trip odometer...Tachometer ...Outside temperature indicator ...Setting clock ...Manual transmission...Shifting into reverse ...Automatic transmission* ...One-touch gearshifting...Gear ranges...Gear selector lever position ...Program mode selector switch...Accelerator position ... 78 80 81 81 ...
Contents Automatic central locking ...Locking and unlocking from the inside ...Seats...Heated seats* ...Head restraints...Lighting...Exterior lamp switch...Combination switch...Hazard warning flasher...Interior lighting...Instrument cluster ...Instrument cluster illumination...Coolant temperature gauge...Trip odometer...Tachometer ...Outside temperature indicator ...Setting clock ...Manual transmission...Shifting into reverse ...Automatic transmission* ...One-touch gearshifting...Gear ranges...Gear selector lever position ...Program mode selector switch...Accelerator position ... 78 80 81 81 ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Power assistance ...Brakes...Driving off ...Parking...Tires ...Hydroplaning...Tire traction ...Tire speed rating ...Winter driving instructions ...Standing water...Passenger compartment ...Driving abroad...Control and operation of radio transmitter ...Catalytic converter...Emission control ...Coolant temperature...At the gas station ...Check regularly and before a long trip...Engine compartment ...Hood ...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid level...Coolant ... 159 160 160 161 161 162 163 163 163 164 165 165 165 166 166 167 167 169 170 171 171 172 176 176 Battery...
... ...Power assistance ...Brakes...Driving off ...Parking...Tires ...Hydroplaning...Tire traction ...Tire speed rating ...Winter driving instructions ...Standing water...Passenger compartment ...Driving abroad...Control and operation of radio transmitter ...Catalytic converter...Emission control ...Coolant temperature...At the gas station ...Check regularly and before a long trip...Engine compartment ...Hood ...Engine oil ...Transmission fluid level...Coolant ... 159 160 160 161 161 162 163 163 163 164 165 165 165 166 166 167 167 169 170 171 171 172 176 176 Battery...
Owner's Manual
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Contents Installing...Flat tire ...Preparing the vehicle...Sealing tires with TIREFIT kit 1 ...Sealing tires with collapsible tire.. Electrical system ...Main Dimensions ...Weights...Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc...Capacities ...Engine oils...Engine oil additives ...Air conditioning refrigerant ...Brake fluid...Premium unleaded gasoline ...Fuel requirements ...Gasoline additives ...Coolants...Windshield and headlamp* washer system ...Consumer information ...Uniform tire quality grading ... 259 259 259 259 260 261 262 263 265 266 267 268 269 269 271 271 271 271 272...
Contents Installing...Flat tire ...Preparing the vehicle...Sealing tires with TIREFIT kit 1 ...Sealing tires with collapsible tire.. Electrical system ...Main Dimensions ...Weights...Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc...Capacities ...Engine oils...Engine oil additives ...Air conditioning refrigerant ...Brake fluid...Premium unleaded gasoline ...Fuel requirements ...Gasoline additives ...Coolants...Windshield and headlamp* washer system ...Consumer information ...Uniform tire quality grading ... 259 259 259 259 260 261 262 263 265 266 267 268 269 269 271 271 271 271 272...
Owner's Manual
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At a glance Cockpit Item 1 Combination switch Turn signals Windshield wipers High beam 2 Cruise control lever 3 Instrument cluster 4 Voice control system* lever (see separate operating instructions) 5 Steering lock with ignition 6 Overhead control panel 7 Glove box 8 Center console 9 Horn 10 Steering wheel adjustment handle* 11 Hood lock release 12 Exterior lamp switch 34 171 43 29 25 139 23, 24 43 44 43 136 20, 88 Page 19
At a glance Cockpit Item 1 Combination switch Turn signals Windshield wipers High beam 2 Cruise control lever 3 Instrument cluster 4 Voice control system* lever (see separate operating instructions) 5 Steering lock with ignition 6 Overhead control panel 7 Glove box 8 Center console 9 Horn 10 Steering wheel adjustment handle* 11 Hood lock release 12 Exterior lamp switch 34 171 43 29 25 139 23, 24 43 44 43 136 20, 88 Page 19
Owner's Manual
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... the center of steering wheel rim. Since the airbag inflates with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. To reduce the risk of a collision always be at a safe distance from the airbags. Adjust the passenger seat as far as it indicate a fire in normal seated position with considerable speed and force, a proper seating and hands on your seat belt and ensure that it is safe to the steering wheel or dashboard...
... the center of steering wheel rim. Since the airbag inflates with your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. To reduce the risk of a collision always be at a safe distance from the airbags. Adjust the passenger seat as far as it indicate a fire in normal seated position with considerable speed and force, a proper seating and hands on your seat belt and ensure that it is safe to the steering wheel or dashboard...
Owner's Manual
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... supplemental crash protection for occupants. Otherwise it is important to your safety and that of your seat belt. G Damaged seat belts or belts that ...rear collisions, or other accidents the airbags will then be replaced and their seat belts. Your vehicle was activated must be checked. Do not pass belts over the steering wheel hub, passenger airbag cover, door trim panels, or door frame trims, and installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment on a one-time-only basis. Airbags and ETDs are designed to function on or near SRS components and wiring...
... supplemental crash protection for occupants. Otherwise it is important to your safety and that of your seat belt. G Damaged seat belts or belts that ...rear collisions, or other accidents the airbags will then be replaced and their seat belts. Your vehicle was activated must be checked. Do not pass belts over the steering wheel hub, passenger airbag cover, door trim panels, or door frame trims, and installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment on a one-time-only basis. Airbags and ETDs are designed to function on or near SRS components and wiring...
Owner's Manual
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... your hazard warning flashers as a reminder to slippery road conditions you turn the key in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of hazardous road conditions and functions as appropriate. It goes out when the engine is running. G i To alert following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even with light brake pressure. The...
... your hazard warning flashers as a reminder to slippery road conditions you turn the key in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user's safety or the safety of hazardous road conditions and functions as appropriate. It goes out when the engine is running. G i To alert following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even with light brake pressure. The...
Owner's Manual
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... (turn signals, see the "Getting started" section ( page 43). i Exterior lamp switch If you shift from a driving position to position N or P, the low beam switches off manually. Daytime running lamp mode (Canada only) Vehicles with manual transmission With the engine running, the low beam headlamps are automatically switched on. Controls in driving position, the low beam headlamps are automatically switched on. M Off C Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel...
... (turn signals, see the "Getting started" section ( page 43). i Exterior lamp switch If you shift from a driving position to position N or P, the low beam switches off manually. Daytime running lamp mode (Canada only) Vehicles with manual transmission With the engine running, the low beam headlamps are automatically switched on. Controls in driving position, the low beam headlamps are automatically switched on. M Off C Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel...
Owner's Manual
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... control panel. By visiting www.mbusa.com and selecting "Tele Aid" (USA only), you will have access to position 2, malfunctions are located below the center armrest cover. 145 Warning! Shortly after the completion of these indicators remain illuminated constantly in red after turning the key ... button ¡ are detected and indicated (the indicator lamps in the steering lock to account information, remote door unlock and more. The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the vehicle's battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is...
... control panel. By visiting www.mbusa.com and selecting "Tele Aid" (USA only), you will have access to position 2, malfunctions are located below the center armrest cover. 145 Warning! Shortly after the completion of these indicators remain illuminated constantly in red after turning the key ... button ¡ are detected and indicated (the indicator lamps in the steering lock to account information, remote door unlock and more. The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the vehicle's battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is...
Owner's Manual
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... a lower gear to use the engine's braking power. Slowly release brake pedal. Do not park this procedure only when the road is substantially impaired. When parked on for an extended period with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could result in areas where combustible materials such as a result of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. ! Take the key and lock vehicle when leaving. ! When driving down the brakes...
... a lower gear to use the engine's braking power. Slowly release brake pedal. Do not park this procedure only when the road is substantially impaired. When parked on for an extended period with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could result in areas where combustible materials such as a result of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. ! Take the key and lock vehicle when leaving. ! When driving down the brakes...
Owner's Manual
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... collapsible tire (SLK 230 Kompressor and SLK 320 only) ( page 207). Contact your nearest Mercedes-Benz Center for filler hose (outlet) and air hose (inlet). Keep TIREFIT away from the roadway. Do not smoke. TIREFIT can be sealed with extremely low tire pressure Do not drive the vehicle under such circumstances. The TIREFIT kit stored in the straight ahead position and set the parking brake...
... collapsible tire (SLK 230 Kompressor and SLK 320 only) ( page 207). Contact your nearest Mercedes-Benz Center for filler hose (outlet) and air hose (inlet). Keep TIREFIT away from the roadway. Do not smoke. TIREFIT can be sealed with extremely low tire pressure Do not drive the vehicle under such circumstances. The TIREFIT kit stored in the straight ahead position and set the parking brake...
Owner's Manual
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... tow with automatic transmission: Do not tow-start vehicle. ! Never attach tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to position 0. When circumstances do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts. Towing of the vehicle should only be shut off (key in starter switch turned to vehicle chassis, frame or suspension parts. ! If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised, the engine must be employed. ! Practical hints Towing the vehicle Towing the vehicle Mercedes...
... tow with automatic transmission: Do not tow-start vehicle. ! Never attach tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to position 0. When circumstances do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspension parts. Towing of the vehicle should only be shut off (key in starter switch turned to vehicle chassis, frame or suspension parts. ! If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised, the engine must be employed. ! Practical hints Towing the vehicle Towing the vehicle Mercedes...
Owner's Manual
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... automatic central locking ( page 78). G Warning! Warning! Upon canceling the turn signal will operate again. 250 Switch off the tow-away alarm ( page 72). With the engine not running, there is no longer be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt. When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, always tow with the hazard warning flasher in use, turn key in starter switch to brake and steer the vehicle. To prevent the vehicle door locks from starter switch...
... automatic central locking ( page 78). G Warning! Warning! Upon canceling the turn signal will operate again. 250 Switch off the tow-away alarm ( page 72). With the engine not running, there is no longer be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt. When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, always tow with the hazard warning flasher in use, turn key in starter switch to brake and steer the vehicle. To prevent the vehicle door locks from starter switch...
Owner's Manual
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... position, automatic transmission* 98 Accident In case of 46 Activating Air conditioning 107 Air recirculation mode 105 Anti-theft alarm system 71 Climate control 103 ESP 70 Exterior headlamps 43 Hazard warning flasher 85 Headlamps 43 High beams 85 Ignition 29 Immobilizer 71 Rear window defroster 105 Residual heat 107 Seat heater* 81 Tow-away alarm 72 Windshield wipers 44 Activating automatic central locking 79 Adding Coolant 176, 177 Engine oil 175 Additional turn signals 221...
... position, automatic transmission* 98 Accident In case of 46 Activating Air conditioning 107 Air recirculation mode 105 Anti-theft alarm system 71 Climate control 103 ESP 70 Exterior headlamps 43 Hazard warning flasher 85 Headlamps 43 High beams 85 Ignition 29 Immobilizer 71 Rear window defroster 105 Residual heat 107 Seat heater* 81 Tow-away alarm 72 Windshield wipers 44 Activating automatic central locking 79 Adding Coolant 176, 177 Engine oil 175 Additional turn signals 221...
Owner's Manual
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... 211 Fuel filler flap 169 Global, Remote control 75 Loss of keys 77 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 257 Low beam headlamps Replacing bulbs 221, 223 Lowering Vehicle 242 Lubricants Technical data 269 M Main dimensions 267 Maintenance 10, 185 Manual operations Fuel filler flap 213 Hardtop 215 Interior lighting control 87 Locking the driver's door and trunk 211 Unlocking the driver's door 210 Unlocking the trunk 210 Unlocking transmission selector lever 214 Manual seat Adjusting...
... 211 Fuel filler flap 169 Global, Remote control 75 Loss of keys 77 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 257 Low beam headlamps Replacing bulbs 221, 223 Lowering Vehicle 242 Lubricants Technical data 269 M Main dimensions 267 Maintenance 10, 185 Manual operations Fuel filler flap 213 Hardtop 215 Interior lighting control 87 Locking the driver's door and trunk 211 Unlocking the driver's door 210 Unlocking the trunk 210 Unlocking transmission selector lever 214 Manual seat Adjusting...
Owner's Manual
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... door opener 155 Integrated remote control 155 Radio transmitters 166 Safety 14 Telephone 111 Telephone* 123 Vehicle outside the USA and Canada 11 Operating safety 14 Audio system 111 Operator's Manual 8 Ornamental moldings 189 Outside temperature indicator 90 Overdue service 186 Overhead control panel 25 Overspeed range 281 P Paintwork 188 Panic alarm 65 Panic button on remote control 65 Parcel net In front passenger footwell 141 Parking...
... door opener 155 Integrated remote control 155 Radio transmitters 166 Safety 14 Telephone 111 Telephone* 123 Vehicle outside the USA and Canada 11 Operating safety 14 Audio system 111 Operator's Manual 8 Ornamental moldings 189 Outside temperature indicator 90 Overdue service 186 Overhead control panel 25 Overspeed range 281 P Paintwork 188 Panic alarm 65 Panic button on remote control 65 Parcel net In front passenger footwell 141 Parking...
Owner's Manual
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... key Locking and unlocking 74 Remote control, key Factory setting 75 Global unlocking 75 Remote controls Integrated 153 Remote door unlock With Tele Aid 151 Remote Vehicle Diagnostics 281 Removing Vehicle battery 246 Wheel 240 Wiper blade insert 228 Wiper blades 228 Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 225 Brake lamp bulbs 225 Bulbs 221 Front lamp bulbs 223 Front turn signal bulbs 223 Fuses 253 High beam bulbs 223 License plate lamp bulbs 226 Low beam bulbs 223 Parking lamp bulbs 224 Rear fog lamp bulbs...
... key Locking and unlocking 74 Remote control, key Factory setting 75 Global unlocking 75 Remote controls Integrated 153 Remote door unlock With Tele Aid 151 Remote Vehicle Diagnostics 281 Removing Vehicle battery 246 Wheel 240 Wiper blade insert 228 Wiper blades 228 Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 225 Brake lamp bulbs 225 Bulbs 221 Front lamp bulbs 223 Front turn signal bulbs 223 Fuses 253 High beam bulbs 223 License plate lamp bulbs 226 Low beam bulbs 223 Parking lamp bulbs 224 Rear fog lamp bulbs...
Owner's Manual
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... Hazard warning flasher 85 Headlamps 43 High beams 85 Rapid seat heating* 81 Rear fog lamp 84 Seat heating* 81 Windshield wipers 44 Synchronizing Power windows 128 Synchronizing the remote control T Tachometer 21, 89 Displaying gear range 95 Overspeed range 89 Tail lamps Cleaning 189 Replacing bulbs 222, 225 Tar stains 188 Technical data 271 Brake fluid 271 Coolant 269 Coolants 273 Electrical system 266 Engine 260 Engine oil 271 Engine oil additives 271 Fuel requirements 272 Fuels 269...
... Hazard warning flasher 85 Headlamps 43 High beams 85 Rapid seat heating* 81 Rear fog lamp 84 Seat heating* 81 Windshield wipers 44 Synchronizing Power windows 128 Synchronizing the remote control T Tachometer 21, 89 Displaying gear range 95 Overspeed range 89 Tail lamps Cleaning 189 Replacing bulbs 222, 225 Tar stains 188 Technical data 271 Brake fluid 271 Coolant 269 Coolants 273 Electrical system 266 Engine 260 Engine oil 271 Engine oil additives 271 Fuel requirements 272 Fuels 269...
Owner's Manual
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... 189 Instrument cluster 191 Leather upholstery 192 Light alloy wheels 191 Ornamental moldings 189 Paintwork 188 Plastic and rubber parts 192 Power washer 188 Rear window cleaning 190 Seat belts 192 Steering wheel 191 Tail lamps 189 Tar stains 188 Turn signals 189 Vehicle washing 189 Window cleaning 190 Wiper blades 190 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 258 Vehicle lighting Checking 170 Vehicle tool kit 206 Alignment bolt 206 Spare fuses 206 Special fuse puller 206 Towing eye bolt 206...
... 189 Instrument cluster 191 Leather upholstery 192 Light alloy wheels 191 Ornamental moldings 189 Paintwork 188 Plastic and rubber parts 192 Power washer 188 Rear window cleaning 190 Seat belts 192 Steering wheel 191 Tail lamps 189 Tar stains 188 Turn signals 189 Vehicle washing 189 Window cleaning 190 Wiper blades 190 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 258 Vehicle lighting Checking 170 Vehicle tool kit 206 Alignment bolt 206 Spare fuses 206 Special fuse puller 206 Towing eye bolt 206...
