Mercedes-Benz 2010 SLK-Class - Manual

Unlocking/locking manually .......... 264Valet locking .................................... 61 Key, SmartKey Battery check lamp .......................... 57Checking batteries ........................... 57Factory setting ................................. 57Global locking (SmartKey) ...................

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Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you arefamiliar with the following information andrules: R the safety precautions in this manual R the “Technical data” section in this manual R traffic rules and regulations R motor vehicle laws and safety standards G Warning! Variou...

This information helps, for example, todiagnose vehicle systems after a collision andto continuously improve vehicle safety.Daimler may access the information andshare it with others R for safety research or vehicle diagnosispurposes R with the consent of the vehicle owner orlessee R in response to ...

Exterior view ....................................... 24Cockpit ................................................. 25Instrument cluster .............................. 26Multifunction steering wheel ............. 27Center console .................................... 28Overhead control panel .............

Exterior view i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not beequipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page : Trunk:Locking and unlocking 56 Openi...

Cockpit Function Page : Steering wheel gearshiftcontrol (automatictransmission) 89 ; Multifunction steeringwheel 27, 94 = Horn ? Instrument cluster 26, 92 A Lever for Voice ControlSystem, see separateoperating instructions B Overhead control panel 30 C Sun sensor (automaticclimate control) D Glove b...

Instrument cluster Function Page : Multifunction display with:Trip odometer 109 Main odometer 95 Gear range indicator(automatic transmission) 88 Program mode indicator(automatic transmission) 88 Outside temperatureindicator or digitalspeedometer (dependingon selected setting in thecontrol system) 97...

Function Page ! Right turn signal indicator lamp J Brake warning lamp, Canada only 258 $ Brake warning lamp, USA only 258 B Reset button for: Trip odometer 93 Settings 102 C Knobs for instrumentcluster illumination 93 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page : Multifunction display 95 ; Press butt...

Function Page Press button & or * briefly:to move within a menuto select previous or nexttrack, scene or storedstation within Audio/DVD menu 100 to switch to the phone bookand select a name ornumber within Telephone menu 110 Press and hold button & or * : to select previous or nexttrack with...

Function Page E Seat heating switch,driver‘s side 65 F AIRSCARF switch, driver‘sside 65 G Passenger front air bag offindicator lamp 37, 263 H Climate control system 162 Rear window defrosterswitch 170 I Cigarette lighter 177 J Ashtray 177 Lower part Function Page : Gearshift lever (manualtransmissio...

Overhead control panel Function Page : Interior lighting switch 75 ; Automatic interior lighting 75 = Right reading lamp switch 75 ? SOS button (Tele Aidsystem) 180 A Garage door opener 183 B Sensor for auto-dimmingrear view mirrors 69 C Interior rear view mirror 68 D Hands-free microphone forTele A...

Vehicle equipment .............................. 32Occupant safety .................................. 32Panic alarm .......................................... 47Driving safety systems ....................... 47Anti-theft systems .............................. 51 31 Safety and security 171_AKB; 3; 60...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you wi...

could result in serious or fatal injury. The SRSmight also deploy unexpectedly andunnecessarily which could also result in injuryas well.In addition, improper work on the SRS createsa risk of rendering the SRS inoperative orcausing unintended air bag deployment. Workon the SRS must therefore only be...

thorax air bag be deployed. Always sit asupright as possible, wear the seat beltproperly and use an appropriately sizedinfant restraint, toddler restraint, orbooster seat recommended for the size andweight of the child. Failure to follow these instructions can resultin severe injuries to you or othe...

installed or supplied by an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. R Air bags and pyrotechnic EmergencyTensioning Devices (ETDs) containperchlorate material, which may requirespecial handling and regard for theenvironment. Check with your localgovernment’s disposal guidelines.California residents, seewww.d...

Driver and passenger front air bags and kneebags are deployed R in the event of certain frontal impacts R if the system determines that air bagdeployment can offer additional protectionto that provided by the seat belt R depending on whether the respective seatbelt is in use R independently of the h...

R independently of the front air bags R independently of the ETDs The passenger head-thorax air bag : will only deploy if the OCS senses that thepassenger seat is occupied and the impactexceeds a preset deployment threshold.Head-thorax air bags : are not deployed in side impacts which do not exceed ...

size and weight of the child, and securechild restraint with the vehicle’s seat beltaccording to the child seat manufacturer’sinstructions. For children larger than thetypical 12-month-old child, the passengerfront air bag may or may not be activated. Deployment of the driver front air bag doesnot m...

Center before seating any child on thepassenger seat. For more information, see the “Practicalhints” section ( Y page 263). G Warning! Never place anything between seat cushionand child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reducesthe effectiveness of the OCS. The bottom andback of the child seat must make f...

Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this mayseverely weaken them. In a crash they maynot be able to provide adequate protection.Have all work carried out only by qualifiedtechnicians. Contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Proper use of seat belts G Warning! USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY R Seat belts c...

If after these 6 seconds the driver’s or thepassenger’s seat belt (with the passengerseat occupied) is not fastened with bothdoors closed, R the seat belt telltale 7 remains illuminated for as long as either the driver’sor passenger’s seat belt is not fastened. R and if the vehicle speed once exceed...

R rear view mirror adjustment R fastening of seat belts Steering wheel G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. X Position steering wheel : properly. See ( Y page 66) for manual adjustment and ( Y page 66) for electrical adjustment. Make sure: R You can reach the steering wheel with yourarms slightly be...

Children in the vehicle Safety notes If an infant or child is traveling with you in thevehicle: X Secure the child using an infant or childrestraint appropriate to the age and size ofthe child. X Make sure the infant or child is properlysecured at all times while the vehicle is inmotion. G Warning! ...

A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries issignificantly increased if the child restraintsare not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the childrestraint.Children too big for a toddler restraint mustride in seats using regular seat belts. Positionshoulder be...

i In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of most of the drivingsystems described in this section is onlyachieved with winter tires, or snow chainsas required. Safety notes G Warning! The following factors increase the risk ofaccidents: R Excessive speed, especially in turns R Wet and slipper...

G Warning! If the ABS malfunctions, other driving safetysystems such as the BAS or the ESP ® are also switched off. Observe indicator and warninglamps that may come on as well as messagesin the multifunction display that may appear.If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lockduring hard braking, red...

as specified in the “Technical data” sectionof this Operator’s Manual. i The cruise control switches off automatically when the ESP ® engages. Electronic Traction System (ETS) G Observe Safety notes, see page 48. The ETS (Electronic Traction System) is acomponent of the ESP ® . The ETS improves the ...

X Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey.The turn signal lamps flash three times andan acoustic warning sounds three times toindicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicatorlamp : flashes to indicate that the alarm system is armed. i If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times and the acoust...

Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: X Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch. X Press button % or & on the SmartKey. Anti-theft systems 53 Safety and security 171_AKB; 3; 60, en-USd2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-05-11T16:00:23+02:00 - Seite 53 Z

Vehicle equipment .............................. 56Locking and unlocking ....................... 56Starter switch positions ..................... 61Seats .................................................... 62Multifunction steering wheel ............. 66Mirrors .........................................

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes,...

Fix whatever is affecting the window beforetrying to shut the door. i Without the antenna on the left rear side of the vehicle installed, the SmartKeysignaling range is considerably reduced.Hold the SmartKey in close proximitytowards the antenna base when locking orunlocking the vehicle. i USA only:...

If the battery check lamp does not come onbriefly during check, the SmartKey batteriesare discharged. X Replace the batteries ( Y page 266). i You can obtain the required batteries at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i If the batteries are checked within signal range of the vehicle, pressing but...

When you open a door, the windows on thatside lowers slightly. Once you close thedoor, the windows move up again. ! A window will not work if it is blocked with ice or if the vehicle battery is discharged. Ifyou cannot shut a door, do not force it oryou could damage the door or the window.Fix whatev...

Illumination of the emergency release button: R The button flashes for 30 minutes afteropening the trunk. R The button flashes for 60 minutes afterclosing the trunk. The emergency release button does notunlock the trunk, if the vehicle battery isdischarged or disconnected.If the vehicle has previous...

driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster”( Y page 256). If the SmartKey is left in starter switchposition 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the starter switch.In this case, the steering is locked. To unlock,remove SmartKey from the starter switch andreinsert.The s...

are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the childrestraint. G Warning! For your protection, drive only with properlypositioned head restraints.Adjust the head restraint so that it is as closeto the head as possible and the center of thehead restraint suppo...

X Seat fore and aft adjustment: Press the switch forward or backward in direction ofarrow : . X Seat backrest tilt: Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow = . X Seat height: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow ; . X Seat cushion tilt: Press the switch up or down in ...

The AIRSCARF neck-level heating will switchback on again automatically as soon assufficient voltage is available. Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, ordriving without the steering wheel adjus...

wheel together with the settings for theseat position and the exterior rear viewmirrors. Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entryinto and exit from the vehicle. When enteringand exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel isin its uppermost position.The easy-entry/exit feat...

X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Turn switch at the tip of the stalk in direction of arrow : . Indicator lamp ; comes on. i The steering wheel heating may be suspended temporarily. However, indicatorlamp ; remains on. The steering wheel heating is suspended when thetemperature of the vehicl...

the passenger-side exterior rear viewmirror.The indicator lamp in the respective buttoncomes on for approximately 10 seconds.If you do not make adjustments to theselected exterior rear view mirror within10 seconds, the indicator lamp goes out.You will then have to select the desiredexterior rear vie...

Calling up the parking position X Switch on the ignition. X Press button ; , to select the passenger- side exterior rear view mirror. X Shift the automatic transmission intoreverse gear R (manual transmission to reverse gear).The passenger-side exterior rear viewmirror moves to the stored parkingpos...

Relevant information can be obtained atany authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. i Vehicles equipped with active Bi-Xenon headlamps:The active Bi-Xenon headlamps increaseusable illumination over conventionalheadlamps because they follow thecurvature of the road ahead. The beams ofthe active Bi-Xenon head...

G Warning! If the exterior lamp switch is set to à , the headlamps will not automatically come onunder foggy conditions.To minimize risk to you and to others, activateheadlamps by turning exterior lamp switch to L when driving or when traffic and/or ambient lighting conditions require you to doso.In...

USA onlyWith the exterior lamp switch in position $ or à , you cannot switch on the high- beam headlamps.The high-beam flasher is available at all times. X For nighttime driving turn the exterior lampswitch to position L to permit activation of the high-beam headlamps. When the engine is running, an...

Corner-illuminating front fog lamps The corner-illuminating front fog lampsimprove illumination of the area in thedirection into which you are turning.The corner-illuminating front fog lamps willonly operate R in low ambient lighting conditions R at vehicle speeds below 25 mph(40 km/h) R with the fr...

Shut-off must be switched on ( Y page 107)) R open a door The interior lighting goes out after a shorttime. i If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after approximately5 minutes when the SmartKey is removedor in starter switch position 0. X Deactivating: Press switch q . Man...

! Vehicles with rain sensor: Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittentsetting when the vehicle is taken to anautomatic car wash or during windshieldcleaning. Windshield wipers will operate inthe presence of water sprayed on thewindshield, and windshield wipers may bedamaged as a result. ! Ve...

If the windshield wipers fail to function atall with the combination switch in positionI, R set the combination switch to the nexthigher wiper speed R have the windshield wipers checked atthe nearest authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter Power windows Opening and closing The windows are opened and closedel...

Closing when a door window is blocked G Warning! Make sure that nobody can become trappedand be seriously or even fatally injured whenclosing a door window with greater force orwithout automatic reversal function. If the upward movement of a door window isblocked during the closing procedure, thedoo...

Starting the engine G Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to yourhealth. All exhaust gas contains carbonmonoxide (CO), and inhaling it can causeunconsciousness and possible death.Do not run the engine in confined areas (suchas a garage) which are not properly ventilated.If you think that...

The engine does not start. You can hear the starter.There could be a malfunction in the engineelectronics or in the fuel supply system. X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 0 and repeat the starting procedure. If the engine does not start after severalstarting attempts: X Contact an ...

! Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds. This may result in serious engine damagethat is not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty.Shift gear in a timely manner. For more information on driving, see “Drivinginstructions” ( Y page 221). Automatic transmission G Warning! It is dangerous to s...

If no damage on major assemblies, fuelsystem, and engine mount can bedetermined: X Start the engine in the usual manner. Parking G Warning! Do not park this vehicle in areas wherecombustible materials such as grass, hay orleaves can come into contact with the hotexhaust system. These materials could...

Turning off the engine G Warning! Do not turn off the engine before the vehiclehas come to a complete stop. With the enginenot running, there is no power assistance forthe brake and steering systems. In this case,it is important to keep in mind that aconsiderably higher degree of effort isnecessary ...

G Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift inorder to obtain braking action. This couldresult in drive wheel slip and reduced vehiclecontrol. Your vehicle’s ABS will not preventthis type of loss of control. ! When you are shifting the manual transmission into the 5th or 6th gear, make sur...

Gear selector lever Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission j Park position with gear selector lever lock k Reverse gear i Neutral position h Drive position G Warning! It is dangerous to shift the automatictransmission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher t...

Transmission positions The current transmission position appears inthe multifunction display. : Transmission position indicator Effect B Park positionShift the automatic transmissioninto park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. The park positionis not intended to serve as a brakewhen the ve...

The current program mode appears in themultifunction display. : Program mode indicator You should only change the program modewhen the automatic transmission is in parkposition P. Automatic program mode S will not be stored. When the engine is turned off with theautomatic program mode S selected, th...

i To avoid overrevving the engine when downshifting, the automatic transmissionwill not shift into a lower gear if the engine’smaximum speed would be exceeded. Extending gear range X Briefly press the gear selector lever to theright in the D+ direction. or X Briefly pull right gearshift control ; . ...

Activating manual shift program X Press the program mode selector switchrepeatedly until M appears in the multifunction display.The automatic transmission switches tomanual program mode M. Automatic shifting is switched off. The gear range isnot limited. You can change the gears manually with drivep...

the optimal gear for maximumacceleration. i When you brake or stop, the automatic transmission shifts down into a gear fromwhich you can easily accelerate or take off. Kickdown Using the kickdown while driving in manualprogram mode M is not possible. Deactivating manual shift program X Press the pro...

Activating the instrument cluster The instrument cluster is activated when you R open the driver’s door R switch on the ignition R press reset button . R switch on the exterior lamps i Opening the driver’s door or pressing the reset button . without switching on the ignition or the exterior lamps ac...

Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle iscovering a distance of 44 feet (approximately14 m) every second. The control system relays information to themultifunction display. Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display andthe setting...

information or to customize the settings foryour vehicle.It is helpful to think of the menus, and thefunctions within each menu, as beingarranged in a circular pattern. X Press button V or U repeatedly to pass through each menu one after theother. X Press button * or & repeatedly to pass through...

Menus and submenus i The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within thesystem and are not necessarily identical tothose shown in the multifunction display.The first function displayed in each menuwill automatically show you which part ofthe system you are in. Funct...

The following functions are available: R Checking tire inflation pressure with theAdvanced TPMS ( Y page 201) (USA only) R Checking coolant temperature( Y page 97) R Calling up digital speedometer or outsidetemperature ( Y page 97) R Calling up maintenance service indicatordisplay ( Y page 226) R Ch...

The main screen of the AMG menu shows you the gear currently engaged : as well as the engine oil temperature ; . The engine oil temperature flashes if theengine oil temperature has not yet reached80†. During this time, avoid driving at fullengine speed.If the engine reaches the overspeed range inthe...

restart the engine and then press button W . Saving lap time and starting a new lapYou can save up to nine laps. X Press button X while the timer is running.The intermediate time will be shown for5 seconds. X Press button X within 5 seconds. The intermediate time shown will be savedas a lap time.The...

Each lap is shown in its own submenu. Thefastest lap is indicated by flashingsymbol : . : Lap number ; Lap time = Maximum speed during lap ? Lap length A Average speed during lap X Press button & or * to see other lap analyses. Audio/DVD menu The functions in the Audio/DVD menu operate the audio...

Refer to separate COMAND systemoperating instructions. X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Audio/DVD menu appears in the multifunction display. Example illustration : Disc number ; Current track X Selecting next or previous track: Press button * or & briefly. X Selecting a track from the ...

simply a reminder with respect to theoperation of certain systems. They do notreplace the owner’s and/or driver’sresponsibility to maintain the vehicle’soperating safety. Have all requiredmaintenance and safety checks performed onthe vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center to...

X Press the reset button . in the instrument cluster for approximately 3 seconds.The message Reset to factory settings? Push reset button to confirm appears in the multifunction display. X Press the reset button . once more. The settings of all the submenus will bereset to factory settings. The sett...

X Press button W or X to select the desired setting.The selected display is then showncontinuously in the status indicator (lowerdisplay).The other display now appears in theStandard display menu ( Y page 96). Time/Date submenu Access the Time/Date submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Time/Date su...

The following functions are available: R Switching daytime running lamp mode onor off (USA only) ( Y page 106) R Switching locator lighting on or off( Y page 106) R Switching night security illumination(Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) on oroff ( Y page 107) R Switching interior lighting delayed ...

X Move the selection marker with button W or X to the Lighting submenu. X Press button & or * repeatedly until the message Interior Lighting Delayed Shut-off appears in the multifunction display.The selection marker is on the currentsetting. X Press button W or X to switch the interior lighting ...

X Move the selection marker with button W or X to the Convenience submenu. X Press button & or * repeatedly until the message Easy-entry Function appears in the multifunction display.The selection marker is on the currentsetting. X Press button W or X to activate ( On ) or deactivate ( Off ) the...

Resetting fuel consumption statistics X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. X Press button & or * repeatedly until the reading that you want to reset appearsin the multifunction display. X Press and hold the reset button . in the inst...

X Press button 6 . You have answered the call. Ending a call or rejecting an incoming call X Press button ~ . Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls,you may select and dial a number from thephone book. You can add new numbers to thephone book with the tele...

Audio system Audio and telephone operation These instructions are intended to help youbecome familiar with your Mercedes-Benzaudio system. They contain useful tips and adetailed description of the user functions. G Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could leadto an accident, the driver sho...

K Tuning to a station via station search( Y page 123) Fast rewind ( Y page 138) Skipping backwards to a track( Y page 138) L Tuning to a station via station search( Y page 123) Fast forward ( Y page 138) Skipping forwards to a track( Y page 138) M Rejecting a call ( Y page 158) Ending an active call...

multifunction steering wheel buttons as theyrelate to audio functions described in thissection. Menu The table below shows the structure of themodes and their menus. Each mode has abasic menu. Each menu item in turn hasseveral submenu items. Button Mode/Menu $ Radio mode Radio (FM/AM) ( Y page 121) ...

the frequency range. Frequencies withinthe current frequency range, but outsidethe current frequency step width arerounded to the next lower allowedfrequency. X Enter 1045 with the keypad on the audio control unit.The audio system tunes in to the frequencyentered. Operation In the following descript...

X Adjusting: Turn rotary control : . The volume will increase or decreasedepending on the direction turned. Adjusting volume for telephone callsIn hands-free mode, you can adjust thevolume of a telephone call while the call iscurrently active.During a telephone call: X Turn rotary control : . The vo...

Menu Function Sound Treble Bass Balance Surround Sound Switching to radio mode X Press button $ on audio control unit. The radio basic menu appears in the audiodisplay. The radio switches to the laststation you have listened to.Weather Band will automatically tune to thestrongest station in the area...

R Station memory (except Weather Band) R Manual frequency entry (except WeatherBand/satellite radio) For using satellite radio see ( Y page 125). The station search proceeds in the followingfrequency increments: R 200 kHz in FM range R 10 kHz in AM range Tuning to a station/channel via station/ chan...

X Entering frequency with keypad: Enter desired frequency with buttons j to x on the keypad in audio control unit. The audio system tunes in to the frequencyentered. i It is not possible to enter a frequency in the respective wave band which is outsidethe frequency range. X Exiting menu without maki...

X Press button 9 or : to select Autostore . X Press button 9 . The audio system searches for receivablestations. A corresponding message isdisplayed. The available stations areautomatically stored in the stationmemory. The first received station will beautomatically played. X Canceling storage proce...

i Note that categories and channels shown in illustrations are dependent onprogramming content delivered by theservice provider. Programming content issubject to change. Therefore, channels andcategories shown in illustrations anddescriptions contained in this manual maydiffer from the channels and ...

Preview Channel i If the satellite radio service has not been subscribed to, only the preview channel isavailable. You cannot tune in anotherchannel. If you try to do this, the message Call SIRIUS to activate: appears. Satellite radio service is activatedThe basic satellite radio menu appears. Youwi...

X Selecting a category: Press button 9 or : . X Setting the selected category: Press button 9 . The selected program category(alphabetical order) will appear in the audiodisplay. The last tuned channel in the newcategory will begin to play.When searching, tuning in, or selectingfrom the channel list...

Tuning in channels using the satellite radio channel list X $ (repeatedly, if necessary) Q Sat Q Channel List . The channel list appears. The dot # in front of a list entry indicates the currentlyselected channel. X Select channel by pressing button 9 or : . X Press button 9 to confirm. i The conten...

X Selecting a preset position: Press button 9 or : . X Storing a preset position: Press and hold button 9 until you hear a signal. The channel is stored. or X Press and hold desired channel button j to x on keypad, until a brief signal tone sounds.The channel is stored. Displaying information X $ (r...

! Your CD changer has been designed to play CDs which correspond to theIEC 60908 standard. You can thereforeonly use CDs with a maximum thickness of1.3 mm.If you insert thicker discs, e.g. ones thathave data on both sides (one side with DVDdata, the other side with audio data), theycannot be ejected...

accordance with the applicable internationaland national regulations.In many countries, reproductions are notpermitted without the prior consent of thecopyright holder, not even for private use.Make sure you know the applicable copyrightregulations and that you comply with these.If you own these rig...

Loading Disc <X>... appears in the display. i The loading process may take a while, depending on the type of disc. If you do notinsert a disc, the display will switch back tothe CD changer menu after approximately20 seconds. X Press button h , or the load/eject button V on the audio control un...

X Press desired button j to p in the keypad to select a magazine compartment. or X Press button = or ; to select the desired CD. X Press button 9 to confirm. The CD is ejected. X Remove the CD from CD slot : . If you do not remove the CD from the CDslot, the CD changer will automatically pullthe CD ...

: Current folder ; Folder symbol X Selecting a folder: Press button 9 or : . X Press button 9 to confirm. You will see the tracks in the folder. i Due to the large amount of information found on an MP3 disc it may take a whilebefore all folder and track informationbecomes available. During this time...

Notes i The media interface allows for connection of the following media with the audiosystem: R iPod ® R USB storage media R Audio devices with analog output (AUX),e.g. MP3 or tape players. i Do not leave external devices in the vehicle under extremely high or lowtemperatures. Read and observe theo...

on USB Device SubClasses of storagemedium are available from the manufacturerof the device. Supported file formats on USB storage mediaThe following file formats are supported: R mp3: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s) R wma: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s) R m4a: low complexity (LC) codec R playlists: m3u, pl...

X Select the desired device by pressingbutton : and/or 9 . X Press button 9 to confirm. The main menu for media interface operationappears. The selected device starts toplayback. i You can also select external devices directly: Press button x when CD mode is active. When you have connected a new dev...

You can determine whether the meta data orthe file name and folder are to be displayedduring playback for USB storage media. X Displaying artist name: Select Media Inter Q Display Metadata . Selecting category and opening folder X Opening category/folder: Press button 9 when the main area is selecte...

has been read-in completely, the first listentry with the entered initial letter ishighlighted. i If no match is found, the last entry that matches a previous initial letter ishighlighted.The quality of the search results dependson the version and the language of thesoftware, e.g. iTunes™ used to st...

Calling up AUX mode G Warning! Due to the different volumes of the externalaudio sources, system messages of thevehicle may be much louder. You may need todisable these system messages or adjust thevolume of these messages manually. X Selecting audio AUX mode: Press button h repeatedly until the mai...

features available for your mobile phone ofchoice. i In order for the functions described in this section to work correctly, the Bluetooth ® telephone must be linked to the audiosystem. Please make sure any otherBluetooth ® device linked with the mobile phone is switched off before you use theteleph...

1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) R call Customer Service at1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) Activating Bluetooth ® X Switch on the mobile phone (see mobilephone operating instructions). X Enter the PIN (not necessary with somemobile phones or network). X Activate Bluetooth ® connection on t...

i The passcode is any one- to sixteen-digit number, which you can set yourself. For thequality of coding of the connection it isrecommend to use a passcode of at leastfour digits. You must enter the samepasscode into the audio system and thedevice to be authorized. Also refer to theoperating instruc...

X Start Bluetooth ® search procedure on the mobile phone (see mobile phone operatinginstructions). X Select the audio system (“MB Bluetooth”)at your mobile phone. X When prompted to do so, enter thepasscode on the mobile phone and then onthe audio system. Displaying details on a mobile phone X % Q P...

The following information is displayed in thestatus bar: R Bluetooth ® device name of the connected mobile phone, in this case: blue_mobile . R Mobile phone network signal strength r . This information will only be shown with suitable mobile phones.The bars indicate the current signalstrength of the...

X Press button 6 . Connecting... appears in the audio display while the mobile phone establishesthe connection. X Wait until the emergency call centeranswers, then describe the emergency. i Depending on the phone type, if no SIM card is inserted in a GSM mobile phone orif there is no service on a CD...

Symbol G indicates that an entry contains more than one phone number. You can selectthese subentries ( Y page 155). X Closing phone book: Press button k . X Switching from the search speller to the list: Press button 9 repeatedly. X Switching from the list to the search speller: Press button k . Sel...

Phone book list Entries with symbol : G have additional options available, e.g. more phone numbers. X Press button 9 or : until the desired entry is highlighted. X Press 9 to confirm and a call will be initiated. Selecting subentries X Select an entry with the symbol G from the list and press button...

Call lists The audio system displays the calls received(including missed calls) or made during phonemode in their own lists. i The particular menu item can only be selected if calls have already been receivedor made from audio system.Displaying missed calls in the audio systemdisplay is not possible...

i You can also switch the microphone on or off by pressing button 8 . Sending DTMF tones i This function is not possible with all mobile phones. Answering machines or other devices can becontrolled via DTMF tones, e.g. for remotequery functions. X Transmitting individual characters: During a call se...

R Vehicles with manual transmission: youengage a gear too high for the currentspeed and thus the engine speed is too low R Vehicles with automatic transmission: youshift the automatic transmission intoneutral position N while driving Depressing the accelerator pedal does notdeactivate the cruise con...

Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Climate control ( Y page 162) Automatic climate control ( Y page 163) The climate control combines a heating andventilation system with a cooling system....

Function Recommendation/Notes 4 Temperaturecontrol, passengerside i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 166) 5 Rear windowdefroster ( Y page 170) 6 Front defroster i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clearagain. ( Y page 168) 7 AC cooling on/off i Sw...

Function Recommendation/Notes 5 Climate control on/off i Switch on/off the climate control system. ( Y page 165) 6 Temperaturecontrol, passengerside, raising i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y page 166) 7 Rear windowdefroster ( Y page 170) 8 Air distribution ( Y page 168) 9 Residual heat/ventil...

i For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to themiddle position. Center air vents : Left center air vent, fixed ; Thumbwheel for air volume control forfixed/adjustable left center air vents = Left center air vent, adjustable ? Right center air vent, adjustable A Thu...

Windshield fogged on the outside X Switch the windshield wipers on( Y page 76). X Press button à 12 . The indicator lamp in the button comes on.Air distribution and air volume are adjustedautomatically. or X Turn air distribution control to P or O . Maximum cooling MAX COOL MAX COOL is only availabl...

X Activating: Switch off the ignition. X Press button Á 13 / Ì 14 . The indicator lamp in the button comes on. X Deactivating: Press button Á 13 / Ì 14 . The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The residual heat is deactivatedautomatically: R when the ignition is switched on R after approximately...

G Warning! Before operating the retractable hardtop,make sure there is no danger of anyone beinginjured by the moving parts (retractablehardtop, roof frame, and trunk lid).Hands must never be placed near the roofframe, upper windshield area, hardtop, shelfbehind roll bars, or trunk lid while theretr...

With the SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see page 170. X Close the luggage cover ( Y page 173). X Close the trunk lid. X Aim the transmitter eye at an outside doorhandle.The SmartKey must be in close proximity tothe outside door handle. Opening (Summer opening feature) i Make sure the retractable h...

! To prevent damage to the retractable hardtop or luggage/cargo when loweringthe retractable hardtop: R Load trunk only to the height of theluggage cover. R Do not permit luggage/cargo to push upthe closed luggage cover. R Do not place anything on top of or in frontof the luggage cover. R Do not pla...

Useful features Cup holder G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids onvehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment,only use containers that fit into the cupholder. Use lids on open containers and donot fill containers to a height where thecontents, especially hot liquids, could spillduring...

X Lift up vanity mirror cover B . Vanity mirror lamp : comes on. Ashtray X Opening: Press cover plate : briefly in direction of the arrow. X Removing ashtray insert: Secure vehicle from movement by setting the parkingbrake. X Automatic transmission: Shift theautomatic transmission into neutralpositi...

Power outlet in passenger footwell Tele Aid ! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed.To ensure your system is activated andoperational, please press Informationbutton E to perform the acquaintance call. Failure to complete either of thesesteps may result i...

R The indicator lamp in Information button E does not come on during the system self-test. R The indicator lamp in the SOS button,Roadside Assistance button º , or Information button E remains illuminated constantly in red after thesystem self-test. R The message Tele Aid Inoperative appears in the ...

Initiating an emergency call manually X Briefly press on cover : to open. X Press SOS button ; briefly. The indicator lamp in SOS button ; will flash until the emergency call is concluded. X Wait for a voice connection to theCustomer Assistance Center. X Close cover : after the emergency call is con...

system. Spoken commands are notavailable. A voice connection between the RoadsideAssistance dispatcher and the occupants ofthe vehicle will be established. X Describe the nature of the need forassistance. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistancedispatcher will either dispatch a qualifiedMercedes-Benz t...

i If the indicator lamp in Information button : is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to theCustomer Assistance Center established,then the Tele Aid system could not initiatean Information call (e.g. the relevantcellular phone network is not available).The message Call Failed ap...

(1-800-367-6372) (USA only) or1-888-923-8367 (Canada only).You will be asked to provide your password. X Then return to your vehicle at the timearranged with the Customer AssistanceCenter and pull the trunk recessed handlefor a minimum of 20 seconds until theindicator lamp in the SOS button is flash...

Overhead control panel with integrated remote control Hand-held remote control A is not part of the vehicle equipment. Programming the integrated remote control X Step 1: Switch on the ignition. X Step 2: If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish toretain its programming...

i USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation. Any unauthorized mo...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 190The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 190At the gas station ............................. 190Engine compartment ........................ 192Tires and wheels ............................... 197Winter driving ................................... 219Dri...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously ...

fuel is not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty. ! If you have accidentally filled the tank with incorrect or non-approved fuel, do notswitch on the ignition. Otherwise theincorrect or non-approved fuel will get intothe fuel lines. The fuel system must bedrained completely. Contact an autho...

Check the following: R Engine oil level ( Y page 193) R Tire inflation pressure ( Y page 201) R Coolant level ( Y page 196) R Vehicle lighting ( Y page 267) R Washer system and headlamp cleaningsystem ( Y page 196) R Brake fluid ( Y page 197) Engine compartment Hood G Warning! Do not pull the releas...

i If you want to interrupt the checking procedure, press button * or & on the multifunction steering wheel. If there is excess engine oil with the engine atnormal operating temperature, the followingmessage appears in the multifunctiondisplay: Engine Oil Level Reduce Oil Level X Have excess oil ...

authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check thetransmission. Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water andanticorrosion/antifreeze.When checking the coolant level, the vehiclemust be parked on level ground, and thecoolant temperature must be below 158‡(70†). G Warning! In order to avoid any p...

! Only use washer fluid which is suitable for plastic lenses. Improper washer fluid candamage the plastic lenses of theheadlamps. ! Do not use distilled or deionized water in the washer fluid reservoir. Otherwise, thewasher fluid level sensor could bedamaged. Fluid for the washer system and the head...

the tires have sustained damage, replacethem.When replacing rims, only use genuineMercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for theparticular rim type. Failure to do so can resultin the bolts loosening and possibly anaccident.Retreaded tires are not tested orrecommended by Mercedes-Benz, sinceprevious dam...

1 mile (1.6 km). Depending on the ambienttemperature, the driving speed and the tireload, the tire temperature changes. When thetire temperature changes by 18‡ (10†), thetire inflation pressure will change byapproximately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar). Keep this inmind when checking tire inflation pressure onwa...

Make sure to readjust the tire inflationpressure for normal driving speeds.Supplemental tire inflation pressureinformation for different loading conditions ofthe vehicle can be found on the tire inflationpressure label. The tire inflation pressurelabel is located on the inside of the fuel fillerflap...

gauge will be higher than the reading issuedby the vehicle’s control system. Do notreduce the tire inflation pressure undersuch circumstances. X Switch on the ignition. X Press button V or U on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedlyuntil the standard display appears in themultifunction display ...

Restart the TPMS after adjusting the tireinflation pressure to the inflation pressurerecommended for the vehicle operatingcondition. Tire inflation pressure should onlybe adjusted on cold tires. Observe therecommended tire inflation pressure on theTire and Loading Information placard on thedriver’s ...

may vary from data shown in aboveillustration. This is the maximum permissible tire inflationpressure : for the tire. Always follow the recommended tire inflationpressure ( Y page 198) for proper tire inflation. Loading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how muchweight it may properly carry...

The Tire and Loading Information placardshowing load limit information : is located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( Y page 205). X Locate the statement “The combinedweight of occupants and cargo shouldnever exceed XXX kilograms or XXX lbs.”on the Tire and Loading Informationplacard. The combined wei...

examples use a load limit of 1 500 lbs. This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for yourvehicle stated on the vehicle’s Tire andLoading Information placard ( Y page 206). Tires and wheels 207 Operation 171_AKB; 3; 60, en-USd2ureepe, Version: 2.11.8.1 200...

Example 1 Example 2 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passengers) 1 2 Occupants weight Occupant 1: 175 lbs Occupant 1: 175 lbs Occupant 2: 195 lbs Combined weight of all occupants 1...

Maximum tire load G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information placard on thedriver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tirescan overheat them, possibly causing ablowout. Overloading the tires can also resultin handling or ste...

based on three performance factors:treadwear : , traction ; , and temperature resistance = . Although not a Government of Canada requirement, all tires made for sale inNorth America have these grades branded onthe sidewall. i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each ...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axleweight. The gross vehicle weight on each axlemust never exceed the GAWR for the frontand rear axle indicated on the certificationlabel located on the driver’s door B-pillar. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) The GVW comprises the weigh...

Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread andthe bead. TIN (Tire Identification Number) Unique identifier which facilitates efforts bytire manufacturers to notify purchasers inrecall situations or other safety mattersconcerning tires and gives purchasers themeans to easily identify such tires...

control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not preventthis type of loss of control. The most important rule for slippery or icyroads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abruptacceleration, braking and steeringmaneuvers. Do not use the cruise controlsystem under such conditions.When the vehicle is in danger of s...

parking brake is released. Observeadditional messages in the multifunctiondisplay that may appear.Brake pad wear or a leak in the system maybe the reason for low brake fluid in thereservoir.Have the brake system inspectedimmediately. Contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. All checks and service ...

Emission control Certain systems of the engine serve to keepthe toxic components of the exhaust gaseswithin permissible limits required by law.These systems will function properly onlywhen maintained strictly according to factoryspecifications. Any adjustments on theengine should, therefore, be carr...

Clearing the maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator messageis cleared automatically R after approximately 10 seconds when youswitch on the ignition R after approximately 10 seconds whenreaching the service threshold while driving R after approximately 30 seconds, onc...

in the Maintenance Booklet will result inengine damage and/or other vehicledamage not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty. Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle Notes Regular and proper care will help to maintainthe value of your vehicle. G Warning! Many cleaning products can be haz...

Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion ordamage due to negligent or incorrect carecannot always be removed or repaired withthe vehicle-care products recommendedhere. In such cases it is best to seek aid at anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.The following topics deal with the cleaningand care of you...

Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on thefinish. Automatic car washYou can have your vehicle washed in anautomatic car wash from the start. Brushlesscar washes are preferable. X To protect the filter system, activate the airrecirculation mode using button g on the climate control panel. ! Do not cl...

G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off wipers andremove SmartKey from starter switch beforecleaning the windshield and/or the wiperblades. Otherwise, the wiper motor couldsuddenly turn on and cause injury. ! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts. They could tear. X Fold the wiper arms forward un...

G Warning! Do not use cleaners or cockpit care sprayscontaining solvents to clean the cockpit or thesteering wheel. Cleaners containing solventswill make the surface porous and vehicleoccupants could suffer serious injuries fromplastic parts coming loose in the event of airbag deployment. ! Do not u...

R Do not soak the leather upholstery.As leather is a natural product, it couldotherwise harden or become porous. R Exercise particular care when cleaningperforated leather as its undersideshould not become wet. Wood trims X Only use water and a damp cloth to cleanwood trims in your vehicle. ! Do not...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 234Where will I find ...? .......................... 234Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 236What to do if … .................................. 256Unlocking/locking manually ........... 264Opening/closing manua...

X Setting up: Tilt both plates upward : . X Fold the lower plate outward ; . X Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the wayinto the openings of base plate = . For information on where to place wheelchocks when changing a wheel, see “Liftingthe vehicle” ( Y page 277). Jack G Warning! Only use the ja...

The spare wheel bolts are located under aplastic cover on the outside of the sparewheel rim. X Take off the spare wheel bolts. For information on mounting the spare wheel,see “Flat tire” ( Y page 273). Storing the spare wheel after use If you wish to store the spare wheel after use,carry out the fol...

Benz Limited Warranty, or result in propertydamage or personal injury. G Warning! No messages will be displayed if either theinstrument cluster or the multifunctiondisplay is inoperative.As a result, you will not be able to seeinformation about your driving conditions,such as R speed R outside tempe...

G Warning! If the 04 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger usethe passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperativ e No Wheel Sensors There are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted(e.g. winter tires). X Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. X Have the appropriate wheel sensors...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Caution Tire Defect At least one tire is deflating.The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abruptsteering and braking maneuvers. X If necessary, change the wheel ( Y...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions $ (USA only) ! (Canadaonly) Release Parking Brake You are driving with the parking brake engaged. In additionan acoustic warning sounds. X Release the parking brake. $ (USA only) J (Canadaonly) Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficien...

Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions G Tele Aid Inoperativ e One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system aremalfunctioning. X Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. + Restraint System Malfunctio n Service Required There is...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions + Please get a new key. The SmartKey is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ~ Bluetooth Ready The telephone has not yet been connected to the audiosystem or COMAND system via Bluetooth ® . X Connect the telephone...

! Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty.Do not drive without sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling system. The engine willoverheat causing major...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions 4 Check engine oil level at next refueling. SLK 300 and SLK 350 only:The engine oil has dropped to a critical level. X Check the engine oil level ( Y page 193) and add engine oil as required ( Y page 195). X If you must add engine oil fre...

Lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions b Reverse Lamp Left or Reverse Lamp Right The left or right backup lamp is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon aspossible. b Brake-/ Tail Lamp Left or Brake-/ Tail Lamp Right The left or right brake ...

G Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You maylose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-upand possibly a fire. G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.Do not underin...

Brake Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions ! The yellow ABSindicator lampcomes on whilethe engine isrunning. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BASand the ESP ® are also switched off. The brake system is still functioning normally but without thesystems specifie...

Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions 7 The red seat belttelltale comeson for amaximum of6 seconds afterstarting theengine. The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passenger to fastenyour seat belts before driving off. X Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whether...

Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions d The yellow ESP ® warning lampflashes whiledriving. The ESP ® or the Electronic Traction System (ETS) has come into operation because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. X When driving off, apply as little throttle as possible. X Whil...

G Warning! Each tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked at least once a monthwhen cold and inflated to the inflationpressure recommended by the vehiclemanufacturer on the Tire and LoadingInformation placard on the driver’s door B-pillar or the tire inflation pressure label on thein...

G Warning! If the 04 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with theweight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the passenger seat,do not have any passenger use the passengerseat until the system has been repaired. Problem Possible causes/consequences and X Sol...

i This procedure does not arm the anti- theft alarm system, nor does it lock the fuelfiller flap and the storage compartments. Manually unlocking the gear selector lever If the vehicle’s electrical system ismalfunctioning, the gear selector lever couldremain locked in park position P. In this case t...

G Warning! Batteries contain poisonous and corrosivesubstances. Therefore, keep the batteries outof reach of children.If a battery is swallowed, seek medical helpimmediately. G Warning! SmartKey batteries contain perchloratematerial, which may require special handlingand regard for the environment. ...

Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. Abulb can explode if you R touch or move it when hot R drop the bulb R scratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection.Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it isdangerous to replace the bulb or repair thelamp and its components. We recommendthat you have such ...

G Observe Safety notes, see page 267. R Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type andwith the specified watt rating. R Switch the lights off before changing a bulbto prevent short circuits. R Always use a clean lint-free cloth whenhandling bulbs. R Your hands should be dry and free of oil andgrease. R...

X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket = . X Place bulb socket = back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages. Front turn signal lamp bulb X Turn bulb socket ; with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X Gently press onto the bulb and turn itcounterclockwise out of bulb soc...

! To avoid damage to the hood, the wiper arms should only be folded forward whenin the vertical position. ! Never open the hood when a wiper arm is folded forward.Hold on to the wiper when folding a wiperarm back. If released, the force of theimpact from the tensioning spring couldcrack the windshie...

X Simultaneously press tabs ? together and let the wiper blade engage into bothrecesses of attachment = . X Check if the wiper blade is securelyfastened. X Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on thewindshield.Make sure you hold on to the wiper armwhen folding it back. ! Make sure the wiper blades ar...

X Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails)should not be removed from the tire. X Take the TIREFIT kit, the sticker, and theelectric air pump out of thetrunk( Y page 234). Two-part sticker X Attach upper part : of the sticker where it will be easily seen by the driver on theinstrument cluster. X Attach...

X Version 1 only: Open flap C on the electric air pump. X Pull plug ? and air hose A out of the pump housing. X Screw the air pump’s air hose A onto flange B of TIREFIT container : . X Stick TIREFIT container : upside down into notch ; of the electric air pump. X Unscrew the valve cap of the damaged...

After attaining a tire inflation pressure of at least 26 psi (1.8 bar): X Press 0 on electric air pump switch = . The electric air pump is switched off. X Detach the TIREFIT kit from the tire valve. G Warning! The air hose may still be hot. Exercise propercaution to avoid burning yourself whendetach...

Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack ona level surface. However, shouldcircumstances require you to do so on a hill: X Place wheel chocks or other sizeableobjects on the downhill side in front of bothwheels on the side opposite to the side onwhich the wheel is to be changed. G Warning! Only...

X Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt andremove it. X Replace this wheel bolt with alignmentbolt : . X Remove the remaining bolts. ! Do not place wheel bolts in sand or dirt. This could result in damage to the wheelbolts and wheel hub threads. X Remove the wheel. Attaching the spare wheel G Warning! In...

X Guide the spare wheel onto the alignmentbolt and push it on. X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten themslightly. X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Install the last wheel bolt and tighten itslightly. X Inflate the collapsible tire ( Y page 280). Inflating the collapsible tire G Warning! Inflate collap...

X Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch toposition 1. X Press I on electric air pump switch ; . The electric air pump switches on andinflates the collapsible tire. X Inflate the collapsible tire to therecommended tire inflation pressure asspecified for your vehicle ( Y page 300). This should take ...

loose if they are not tightened to a torque of80 lb-ft (110 Nm). X Fully collapse the jack, with handle foldedin (storage position), see ( Y page 235). X Store the jack and the other vehicle toolsin the designated storage space. X If so equipped, wrap the damaged wheel inthe protective wrap provided...

G Warning! Do not place metal objects on the battery asthis could result in a short circuit.Use leak-proof batteries only to avoid the riskof acid burns in the event of an accident.Take care that you do not become staticallycharged, e.g. by wearing synthetic clothing orrubbing against textiles. For ...

can lead to a battery explosion and severeinjury or death.Never lean over batteries while connecting orjump starting. You might get injured.Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do notallow this fluid to come in contact with eyes,skin or clothing. In case it does, immediatelyflush affected area with...

Position B represents the charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. X Flip up cover : of positive terminal = . ! Never invert the terminal connections! X Connect positive terminal ; of charged battery B with positive terminal = with a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positive...

X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Fixing towing eye bolt Example illustration front bumper X Take the towing eye bolt and, if soequipped, the wheel wrench from thevehicle tool kit ( Y page 234). X Screw towing e...

Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning! If circumstances require towing the vehiclewith all wheels on the ground, always tow witha tow bar if: R the engine will not run R there is a malfunction in the brake system R there is a malfunction in the power supplyor in the vehicle’s electrical sys...

explains the fuse allocation and fuseamperages. Before replacing fuses X Engage the parking brake. X Make sure the automatic transmission is inpark position P (manual transmission to Neutral). X Switch off all electrical consumers. X Turn off the engine. X Remove the SmartKey from the starterswitch....

Vehicle equipment ............................ 292Parts service ..................................... 292Warranty coverage ........................... 292Identification labels .......................... 292Vehicle specification SLK 300 (171.454) ........................................... 294Vehicle...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centersm...

Vehicle specification SLK 300 (171.454) The quoted data apply only to the standardvehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of allspecial bodies and special equipment. Engine SLK 300 Engine, type 272 Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cy...

! This vehicle is not designed to carry any items on its trunk lid or accommodate anytype of trunk lid rack or device. Using suchdevices may damage the vehicle andretractable hardtop mechanism. Vehicle specification SLK 350 (171.458) The quoted data apply only to the standardvehicle. Contact an auth...

damage the vehicle and retractablehardtop.At time of printing, Mercedes-Benz doesnot offer any roof racks or any other roof-mounted devices for use on this vehicle. ! This vehicle is not designed to carry any items on its trunk lid or accommodate anytype of trunk lid rack or device. Using suchdevice...

! This vehicle is not designed to carry items on its roof. Roof rails and any roof-mounteddevices, unless expressly approved byMercedes-Benz for use on this vehiclemodel, must not be used as they willdamage the vehicle and retractablehardtop.At time of printing, Mercedes-Benz doesnot offer any roof ...

recommended size for use with thesewinter tires. This depends on vehicle modeland the standard or optional factory- equipped wheel rim/tire configuration onyour vehicle. For more information contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Same size tires SLK 300 16" wheels Rims (light alloy)Wheel off...

Mixed size tires SLK 300 29 16" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy)Wheel offset 7 J x 16 H21.34 in (34 mm) Summer tires 30 205/55 R16 91W Rear axle Rims (light alloy)Wheel offset 8 J x 16 H21.18 in (30 mm) Summer tires 30,31 225/50 R16 92W SLK 300 32 SLK 300 (Sport Package) 29 SLK 350 32 17"...

Spare wheel ! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim.If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the valuesgiven in this Operator’s Manual, inflate...

Engine oil additives ! Do not blend oil additives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage ormalfunctions resulting from blending oiladditives are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Air conditioning refrigerant R134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAGlubricating oil are use...

For information on other Mercedes-Benzapproved products of equal specification,contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centeror visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). To provide important corrosion protection,the solution must be at least 50%anticorrosion/antifreeze (equivalent tofreeze protection to approxima...

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For expert advice and quality service, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If you are interested in obtaining serviceliterature for your vehicle, ...