engine coolant MERCEDES-BENZ S CLASS 2017 Owners Manual

Climate control system
Climate control .............................. 135
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 34
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS
Activating/deactivating ................ .2 22
Display message ............................ 233
Operation/notes .............................. 68
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 324
Combination switch .......................... 125
Connecting a USB device
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ................................................. .2 69
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 215
Controller .......................................... .2 70
Convenience box ............................... 287
Convenience closing feature .............. 92
Convenience opening feature ............ 92
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 316
Display message ............................ 242
Filling capacity ............................... 375
Important safety notes .................. 374
Temperature gauge ........................ 211
Warning lamp ................................. 264
Coolbox .............................................. 299
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 33
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 241
Function/notes ............................ .1 26
Crosswind Assist ........................... 72, 73
Crosswind Assist (vehicles with
MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ................... 180
Crosswind Assist (vehicles with-
out MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ....... .7 2, 73
Cruise con trol
Calling up the speed last stored .... 170
Cruise control lever ....................... 170
Deacti vating ................................... 170
Di splay message ............................ 250
Driving system ............................... 169
Function/notes ............................. 169 General notes ................................ 169
Important safety notes .................. 169
Setting a speed .............................. 170
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 170
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 290
Important safety notes .................. 290
Rear compartment ......................... 291
Temperature controlled ................. 292
Cushion air bags .................................. 50
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 30
Customer Relations Department ....... 30
D Data
see Technical data
Data carrier
Selecting ........................................ 218
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 241
Function/notes ............................. 124
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 225
Declarations of conformity ................. 29
Diagnostics connection ...................... 30
Digital Operator's Manual
Help ................................................. 25
Introduction ..................................... 25
Digital speedometer ......................... 215
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 152
Display
see Display messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 318
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 227
Driving systems ............................. 245
Engine ............................................ 242
General notes ................................ 227
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 227
Introduction ................................... 227
Lights ............................................. 241
Safety systems .............................. 228
SmartKey ....................................... 2578
Index

Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 326
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 376
Route guidance
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 269
SSafety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 59
see Occupant safety
see Operating safety
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD card
Inserting/removing ........................ 278
SD memory card
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 269
Selecting ........................................ 218
Search & Send
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 269
Seat
Adjusting the front-passenger
seat from the driver's seat ............. 103
Adjusting the front-passenger
seat from the rear .......................... 104
Multicontour seat in the rear com-
partment ........................................ 112
Seat belt buckle extender
Display message ............................ 235
Seat belt extender
Function/notes ................................ 47
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 47
Adjusting the height ......................... 46
Cleaning ......................................... 325
Correct usage .................................. 45
Fastening ......................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 44
Introduction ..................................... 43
Releasing ......................................... 47
Seat belt extender ........................... 47
Warning lamp ................................. 259
Warning lamp (function) ................... 47 Seating
Seating comfort package ............... 112
Seating comfort package ................. 112
Seats
Active multicontour seat ................ 112
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 101
Adjusting (rear compartment) ........ 102
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 112
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 109
Calling up a stored setting (mem-
ory function) .................................. 120
Chauffeur mode ............................. 106
Cleaning the cover ......................... 325
Correct driver's seat position ........ 100
Display message ............................ 256
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT system ............. 116
Important safety notes .................. 100
Seat heating .................................. 112
Se at
heating problem .................... 114
Seat ventilation .............................. 113
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 120
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 112
Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 113
Section
Wheels and tires ............................ 343
Securing a load
see Securing cargo
Securing cargo .................................. 288
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 325
see Automatic transmission
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 323
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 221
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 374
Coolant (engine) ............................ 374
Engine oil ....................................... 373
Fuel ................................................ 372
Important safety notes .................. 371
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 375
Washer fluid ................................... 37518
Index

Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) .................. .1 15
Button overview ............................... 36
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 211
Cleaning ......................................... 325
EASY ENTRY/EXIT feature ............. 116
Important safety notes .................. 115
Paddle shifters ............................... 156
Steering wheel heating .................. 115
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 120
Steering wheel heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 116
Switching on/off ........................... 115
Steering wheel paddle shifters ....... .1 56
Stop&Go Pilot
see DISTRONIC PLUS
Stowage areas ................................... 281
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................ .2 83
Center console .............................. 282
Center console in rear compart-
ment .............................................. 283
Cup holders ................................... 290
Door ............................................... 283
Eyeglasses compartment .............. .2 82
Glove box ....................................... 282
Important safety information ......... 281
Rear ............................................... 283
Rear seat backrest ......................... 284
Stowage net ................................... 285
see Stowage areas
Stowage net ....................................... 285
Stowage space
Bag hooks ...................................... 287
Folding table .................................. 284
Parcel net retainers ....................... 288
Securing a load .............................. 288
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 289
Summer tires
In winter ........................................ 345
Sun visor ............................................ 292
Suspension mode
Active Body Control ABC .............. .1 80
Suspension setting
AIRMATIC ...................................... 182 Suspension settings
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 226
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 140
Sw i
tching on media mode
Via the device list .......................... 278
T Tachometer ........................................ 210
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 241
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 35
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 371
Information .................................... 369
Tires/wheels ................................. 367
Vehicle data ................................... 376
Telephone
Accepting a call (multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 220
Authorizing a mobile phone (con-
necting) ......................................... 277
Connecting a mobile phone (gen-
eral information) ............................ 277
Display message ............................ 257
Introduction ................................... 219
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 219
Number from the phone book ........ 220
Redialing ........................................ 220
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 220
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 269
Switching between mobile
phones ........................................... 278
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 211
Engine oil (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 226
Outside temperature ...................... 210
Setting (climate control) ................ 137
Transmission oil (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 226
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 349
Checking manually ........................ 349
Display message ............................ 25220
Index

From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 83
Upshift indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 226
USB devices
Connecting to the Media Inter-
face ............................................... 279
V Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 292
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 30
Data acquisition ............................... 31
Display message ............................ 254
Equipment ....................................... 27
Individual settings .......................... 221
Limited Warranty ............................. 31
Loading .......................................... 353
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 84
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 77
Lowering ........................................ 367
Maintenance .................................... 28
Operating safety .............................. 29
Parking .......................................... 162
Parking for a long period ................ 164
Pulling away ................................... 148
Raising ........................................... 364
Reporting problems ......................... 30
Securing from rolling away ............ 363
Towing away .................................. 338
Transporting .................................. 340
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 84
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 77
Vehicle data ................................... 376
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 376
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 84
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 370
Vehicle level
Active Body Control ABC ............... 180
AIRMATIC ...................................... 182
Display message ............................ 245
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 327
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 219 see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 269
Video-AUX
Connecting an external video
source ............................................ 279
VIN
Type plate ...................................... 370
W Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 261
Brakes ........................................... 260
Check Engine ................................. 264
Coolant .......................................... 264
Distance warning ........................... 266
ESP ®
.............................................. 261
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 263
Fuel tank ........................................ 264
General notes ................................ 258
Overview .......................................... 35
Parking brake ................................ 263
PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 43
Reserve fuel ................................... 264
Restraint system ............................ 263
Seat belt ........................................ 259
Steering ......................................... 268
Tire pressure monitor .................... 267
Warranty .............................................. 27
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 257
Weather display (COMAND)
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 269
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 367
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 367
Wheel chock ...................................... 363
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 362
Checking ........................................ 343
Cleaning ......................................... 322
Important safety notes .................. 343
Information on driving .................... 343
Interchanging/changing ................ 362
Mounting a new wheel ................... 366
Mounting a wheel .......................... 363
Removing a wheel .......................... 366 Index 23

Problems with the engine Problem
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions
The engine does not
start. The starter motor
can be heard. R
There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. R
There is a malfunction in the fuel supply.
Before attempting to start the engine again: X
Turn the SmartKey back to position Z in the ignition lock.
or X
Press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in
the instrument cluster go out. X
Try to start the engine again ( Y
page 146). Avoid excessively long
and frequent attempts to start the engine as these will drain the
battery.
If the engine does not start after several attempts: X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine does not
start. You cannot hear
the starter motor. The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak or
discharged. X
Jump-start the vehicle ( Y
page 335).
If the engine does not start despite attempts to jump-start it: X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high. X
Try to start the engine again.
If the engine still does not start: X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine is not running
smoothly and is misfir-
ing. There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical
component of the engine management system. X
Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly.
Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter
and damage it. X
Have the cause rectified immediately at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
The coolant temperature
gauge shows a value
above 248 ‡ (120 †). The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no
longer being cooled sufficiently. X
Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to
cool down. X
Check the coolant level ( Y
page 316). Observe the warning notes
as you do so and add coolant if necessary. Driving 151
Driving and parking Z

There is a short delay before a change in outside
temperature is shown in the multifunction dis-
play.
Coolant temperature gauge
G WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
! A display message is shown if the coolant
temperature is too high.
If the coolant temperature is above 257 ‡
(125 †) do not drive any further. The engine
will otherwise be damaged.
The coolant temperature gauge is in the lower
section of the tachometer ( Y
page 35).
Under normal operating conditions and with the
specified coolant level, the coolant temperature
may rise to 255 ‡ (124 †). Operating the on-board computer
C
Instrument cluster with multifunction dis-
play D
Right control panel

Warning/
indicator
lamp Q Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and P SolutionsX
At coolant temperatures below 257 ‡( 125 †), you can continue driving to the
nearest qualified specialist workshop. X
Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain
and stop-and-go traffic.
Driving systems Warning/
indicator
lamp Q Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and P Solutions

Example: adding engine oil X
Turn cap C counter-clockwise and remove it.X
Add engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on
the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of
engine oil. X
Replace cap C on the filler neck and tighten
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place securely. X
Check the oil level using the on-board com-
puter (except S 600 and Mercedes-AMG S 65)
( Y
page 314).
Further information on engine oil ( Y
page 373).
Additional service products
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
G WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off. There
is a risk of injury. If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment: R
switch off the ignition R
never reach into the area where there is a
risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area R
remove jewelry and watches R
keep items of clothing and hair, for exam-
ple, away from moving parts
G WARNING
The cooling system is pressurized, particularly
when the motor is warm. If you open the cap,
you could be scalded if hot coolant sprays out.
There is a risk of injury.
Let the engine cool down before you open the
cap. Wear gloves and eye protection. Slowly
open the cap to relieve pressure.
G WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
Checking coolant level
G WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and
touch only the components described in the
following.
G WARNING
The cooling system is pressurized, particularly
when the motor is warm. If you open the cap,316
Engine compartment
Maintenance and care

Filling capacities The followin g value s refer to an oil chang e
includin g th e oil filter.
Model Capacit y
S 400 4MATIC
6. 9 US qt (6.5 l)
S 600
Mercedes-May-
bach S 600
Mercedes ‑ AMG
S 65 11.1 US qt (10.5 l)
Mercedes ‑ AMG
S 63 4MATIC 9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
Al l ot her models
8.5 US qt (8.0 l)
Ad ditives
! Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
Brake fluid
G WARNING
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake
fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the
brake system when the brakes are applied
hard. This would impair braking efficiency.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
the specified intervals.
Comply with the important safety notes for ser-
vice products when handling brake fluid
( Y
page 371).
The brake fluid change intervals can be found in
the Maintenance Booklet.
Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-
Benz according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval
331.0.
Information about approved brake fluid can be
obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or
on the Internet at
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.co m. i Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop and the replace-
ment confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet.
Coolant
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com-
ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Let the engine cool down before you add anti-
freeze. Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled
next to the filler neck. Thoroughly clean the
antifreeze from components before starting
the engine.
! Only add coolant that has been premixed
with the desired antifreeze protection. You
could otherwise damage the engine.
Further information on coolants can be found
in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser-
vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the
Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
! Always use a suitable coolant mixture, even
in countries where high temperatures prevail.
Otherwise, the engine cooling system is not
sufficiently protected from corrosion and
overheating.
i Have the coolant regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop and the replace-
ment confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet.
The coolant is a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It is responsible for
the following: R
Anti-corrosion protection R
Antifreeze protection R
Raising the boiling point
If the coolant has antifreeze protection down to
-35 ‡ (-37 †), the boiling point of the coolant
during operation is approximately 266 ‡
(130 †).374
Service products and filling capacities
Technical data

The antifreeze concentrate/corrosion inhibitor
concentration in the engine cooling system
should: R
be at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †). R
not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection down
to -49 ‡[ -45 †]). Otherwise, heat will not be
dissipated as effectively.
Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accordance
with
MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1.
i When the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled
with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate
antifreeze and anti-corrosion protection.
i The coolant is checked with every mainte-
nance interval at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Filling capacities Model Capacity
S 600
Mercedes ‑ May-
bach S 600 15.7 US qt (14.9 l)
S 400 4MATIC
Mercedes ‑ AMG
S 63 4MATIC 13.0 US qt (12.3 l)
Mercedes ‑ AMG
S 65 16.1 US qt (15.2 l)
Al l ot her models
12.8 US qt (12.1 l)
Windshield washer system
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if
it comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
! Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit
washer fluid should be mixed together. The spray nozzles may otherwise become
blocked.
Do not use distilled or de-ionized water. Other-
wise, the level sensor may give a false reading.
At temperatures above freezing: X
Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of
water and windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB
SummerFit.
Add 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water.
At temperatures below freezing: X
Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of
water and washer fluid, e.g. MB WinterFit.
For the correct mixing ratio refer to the infor-
mation on the antifreeze reservoir.
i Add windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB Sum-
merFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all
year round.
Climate control system refrigerant
Important safety notes The climate control system of your vehicle is fil-
led with refrigerant R ‑ 134a.
The instruction label regarding the refrigerant
type used can be found on the radiator cross
member.
! Only the refrigerant R ‑ 134a and the PAG oil
approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used.
The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with
any other PAG oil that is not approved for
R-134a refrigerant. Otherwise, the climate
control system may be damaged.
Service work, such as refilling with refrigerant or
replacing component parts, may only be carried
out by a qualified specialist workshop. All appli-
cable regulations, as well as SAE standard J639,
must be adhered to.
Always have work on the climate control system
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.Service products and filling capacities 375
Technical data Z