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Introduction
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Seat Belts and Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
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Emergency Tensioning Retractor
Instruments and controls
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Starting and Turning Off the Engine
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Operation
Interior Central Locking System
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Storage Compartment (Eyeglasses
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge with Oil
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98 Technical Data. Fuels, Coolants,
Lubricants etc. Consumer
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Washer System Fluid Level Warning
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100 Technical Data
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Exterior Lamp Failure Indicator Lamp
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Electronic Traction System (ETS)
Acceleration Slip Control (ASR)
Practical Hints
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Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants etc.
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Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle
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Testing Infrared Remote Control
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Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap
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Check regularly and before a long trip
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Instruments and Controls
For more detailed descriptions see Index.
1 Adjustable air outlet
2 Exterior lamp switch
3 Parking brake release
4 Hood lock release
5 Parking brake pedal
6 Combination switch
7 Cruise control
8 Horn, airbag
9 Instrument cluster
10 Steering lock with ignition/starter switch
11 Adjustable air outlet
12 Heated air supply button - center air outlet
13 Non heated/cooled air supply button - center air outlet
14 Storage/eyeglasses compartment
15 Air volume control for left air outlet
16 Air volume control for center air outlet
17 Air volume control for right air outlet
18 Automatic climate control
19 Radio
20 Rear window defroster switch
21 Indicator lamp for Anti-theft alarm system
22 Hazard warning flasher switch
23 Adaptive damping system adjustment switch
24 Snow chain switch
25 Roll bar operation switch
26 Compartment (to open press bottom of cover)
27 Mirror adjustment switch
28 Soft/hardtop operation switch
29 Seat heater switch
30 Power window switch
31 Ashtray with lighter
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Instrument Cluster
1 Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). See Index.
2 Coolant temperature gauge. See Index.
9 Trip odometer. See Index
10 Main odometer
3 Fuel consumption gauge. See Index.
11 Outside temperature indicator. See Index.
4 Engine Oil pressure gauge (bar) with warning lamp (red). See Index.
12 Right turn signal indicator lamp (green)
5 Left turn signal indicator lamp (green)
6 Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer.
Rotate knob: To vary intensity of instrument lamps.
Depress knob: To reset trip odometer.
7 Speedometer
8 ASR warning lamp (yellow) or
ETS warning lamp (yellow).See Index
13 Knob for setting clock. See Index.
14 Tachometer. See Index
15 Lock. See Index
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Indicator Lamp Symbols
Function Indicator Lamp
High beam
Warning Lamp
(should go out with the engine running unless)
ASR or ETS.
Adjust driving to road condition.
See Index
Fluid level for windshield and headlamp washer system low. See Index.
Coolant level low. See Index.
Engine oil level low. See Index.
Roll bar malfunction. See Index.
ABS malfunction. See Index.
ADS malfunction. See Index.
ASR malfunction. See Index.
ETS malfunction. See Index.
Exterior lamp failure. See Index.
Brake pads worn down. See Index.
Battery not being charged properly. See Index
Brake fluid low (except Canada).
Parking brake engaged. See Index.
Brake fluid low (Canada only).
Parking brake engaged. See Index.
SRS malfunction. See Index.
Fasten seat belts. Backrest not locked.
See Index.
Engine malfunction indicator lamp. If the lamp comes on when the engine is running, it indicates a malfunction of the fuel injection system or emission control system. In either case, we recommend that you have the malfunction checked as soon as possible. See Index.
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Catalytic Converter
Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped with monolithic type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensor to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions.
Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Maintenance
Booklet.
Caution!
To prevent damage to the catalytic converters, use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle.
Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly.
Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter causing it to overheat.
Warning!
As with any vehicle, do not idle, park or operate this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited.
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Starting and Turning off the Engine
Starter Lock-Out
Important!
The engine can only be started, if the vehicle was unlocked from the outside.
Before Starting
Engage parking brake and ensure gearshift lever is in neutral (selector lever position "P" or “N” on automatic transmissions).
Turn key in steering lock to position 2.
The charge indicator lamp should come on.
Cold Engine
Do not depress accelerator.
Turn key in steering lock clock-wise to the stop. Do not depress accelerator.
Release key only when the engine is firing regularly.
Hot Engine
Do not depress accelerator. Turn key in steering lock clock-wise to the stop.
If the engine has not fired after approx.
4 seconds, depress accelerator and continue cranking until the engine is firing regularly. Release key and back off accelerator.
At very high coolant temperatures the engine starting time can be shortened if the accelerator is depressed slowly at the beginning of the starting process.
Turning Off
Turn the key in the steering lock to position 0 to stop the engine.
The key can only be removed with the selector lever in position “P”.
If the coolant temperature is very high
(e.g. after hard driving on mountain roads), do not shut off the engine immediately, but allow it to run for 1-2 minutes at increased idle speed with selector lever in position “P” or “N”.
Important!
Due to the installed starter non-repeat feature, the key must be turned completely to the left before attempting to start the engine again.
Observe the oil pressure gauge immediately after starting the engine.
In a very cold engine the oil pressure will rise slowly after the engine has started. Do not speed up the engine before pressure is registered on the pressure gauge. If you do not see the gauge register oil pressure, stop the engine and have it checked.
The battery charge indicator lamp should go out as soon as the engine has started.
In areas where temperatures frequently drop below -4°F (-20°C) we recommend that an engine block heater be installed. Your authorized
Mercedes-Benz dealer will advise you on this subject.
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Driving Instructions
Power Assistance
Warning!
When the engine is not running, the brake and steering systems are without power assistance. Under these circumstances, a much greater effort is necessary to stop or steer the vehicle.
Brakes
Caution!
When driving down long and steep grades, relieve the load on the brakes by shifting into "3", "2" or "B" (for models SL 500 and SL 600). This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. Do not exceed engine speed limits. Refer to
Technical Data for downshift points.
After hard braking, it is advisable to drive on for some time, rather than immediately parking, so the air stream will cool down the brakes faster.
Warning!
After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through water deep enough to wet brake components, the first braking action may be somewhat reduced and increased pedal pressure may be necessary. Be sure to maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front.
Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads.
It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effectiveness. It may not be possible to stop the car in sufficient time to avoid an accident.
The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the car is in the shop for the required maintenance.
All checks and maintenance work on the brake system should be carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
If the parking brake is released and the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster stays on, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low.
Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir.
Have the brake system inspected at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer immediately.
Install only brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Warning!
If other than recommended brake pads are installed, or other than recommended brake fluid is used, the braking properties of the vehicle can be affected to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired.
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Tires
Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a depth of approximately
1
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16 should be replaced.
in (1.5 mm), at which point the tire is considered worn and
The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.
Warning!
Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. As tread depth approaches 1 /
16 in (1.5 mm), the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced.
Depending upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire traction varies widely.
Specified tire pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are subjected to high loads
(e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high ambient temperatures).
Warning!
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the car. Continued driving with a flat tire or driving at high speed with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire.
Aquaplaning
Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, aquaplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with new tires. Reduce vehicle speed, avoid track grooves in the road and apply brakes cautiously in the rain.
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Tire Traction
The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.
You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point.
Warning!
If ice has formed on the road, tire traction will be substantially reduced. Under such weather conditions, drive, steer and brake with extreme caution.
We recommend M + S radial-ply tires for the winter season for all four wheels to insure normal balanced handling characteristics. On packed snow, they can reduce your stopping distance as compared with summer tires. Stopping distance, however, is still considerably greater than when the road is wet or dry.
Tire Speed Rating
Your vehicle is factory equipped with
"Z"-rated tires.
Despite the tire rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions.
Warning!
Even when permitted by law, never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires.
Exceeding the maximum speed for which tires are rated can lead to sudden tire failure causing loss of vehicle control and resulting in personal injury and possible death.
Parking
Warning!
To reduce the risk of personal injury as a result of vehicle movement, before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always:
1. Keep right foot on brake pedal.
2. Firmly depress parking brake pedal.
3. Move the selector lever to position "P".
4. Slowly release brake pedal.
5. Turn front wheels towards the road curb.
6. Turn the key to steering lock position 0 and remove.
Important!
It is advisable to set the parking brake whenever parking or leaving the vehicle. In addition, move selector lever position " P".
When parking on hills, always set the parking brake.
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Winter Driving Instructions
The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and steering action. Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions.
When the vehicle is in danger of skidding, move selector lever to position "N". Try to keep the vehicle under control by corrective steering action.
Road salts and chemicals can adversely affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal force may become necessary to produce the normal brake effect. We therefore recommend depressing the brake pedal periodically when traveling at length on salt-strewn roads. This can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal. A prerequisite is, however, that this is done without endangering other drivers on the road.
If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads, the braking efficiency should be tested as soon as possible after driving is resumed while observing the safety rules in the previous paragraph.
Warning!
If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, make sure that snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle with engine running. Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.
To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation, open a window slightly on the side of the car that is out of the wind.
Passenger Compartment
Warning!
Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle
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