gas type MERCEDES-BENZ S550 4MATIC 2010 W221 Owner's Manual

Selecting program mode C means:
RThe vehicle starts out more gentle, both
forward and reverse, except when driving
off with full throttle.
RTraction and driving stability are improved
on icy roads.
RUpshifts occur earlier even when you give
more gas. The engine then operates at
lower revolutions and the wheels are less
likely to spin.
Selecting program mode S means that
upshifts occur later.
One-touch gearshifting
With the automatic transmission in drive
position D and driving in automatic program
mode C or S, you can limit or extend the gear
range using the steering wheel gearshift
control.
AMG vehicles: For information on using the
steering wheel gearshift control in manual
program mode M, see “Manual shift program”
(Y page 324).
Steering wheel gearshift control (exampleillustration)
iYou cannot shift with the steering wheel
gearshift control when the automatic
transmission is in park position P, neutral
position N, or reverse gear R.
Limiting gear range GWarning!
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent
this type of loss of control.
XBriefly pull left gearshift control :.
The automatic transmission will shift into
the next lower gear as permitted by the
shift program. This action simultaneously
limits the gear range of the automatic
transmission.
iTo avoid overrevving the engine when
downshifting, the automatic transmission
will not shift into a lower gear if the engine’s
maximum speed would be exceeded.
Extending gear range
XBriefly pull right gearshift control ;.
The automatic transmission will shift into
the next higher gear as permitted by the
shift program. This action simultaneously
extends the gear range of the automatic
transmission.
iIf you press on the accelerator pedal
when the engine has reached the
revolution limit of the current gear range,
the automatic transmission will upshift
beyond any gear range limit selected.
Canceling gear range limit
XPull and hold right gearshift control ; until
the gear range indicator disappears from
the multifunction display.
The automatic transmission will shift from
the current gear range directly into drive
position D.
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Vehicle equipment
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 be equipped with all
features described in this manual.
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle
during the break-in period, the more satisfied
you will be with its performance later on.
R Drive your vehicle during the first
1 000 miles (1 500 km) at varying but
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
R During this period, avoid heavy loads (full
throttle driving) and excessive engine
speeds (no more than 2
/ 3 of maximum rpm
in each gear).
R Select C as the preferred shift program
( Y page 322) for the first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km).
R Avoid accelerating by kickdown.
R Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by
shifting to a lower gear using the gear
selector lever.
R Select gear ranges 3, 2 or 1 (Y page 321)
only when driving at moderate speeds (for
hill driving).
After 1 000 miles (1 500 km) you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine speeds
to the permissible maximum.
! Additional instructions for AMG vehicles:
R During the first 1 000 miles (1 500 km),
do not exceed a speed of 85 mph
(140 km/h).
R During this period, avoid engine speeds
above 4 500 rpm in each gear.
R Shift gears in a timely manner.
All of the above instructions, as may apply to
your vehicle type, also apply when driving the
first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) after the engine
or the rear differential has been replaced.
i Always obey applicable speed limits.
At the gas station
Refueling
GWarning!
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking
materials near gasoline!
Turn off the engine before refueling.
Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing
contact. Extinguish all smoking materials.
Direct skin contact with fuels and the
inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging your
health.
GWarning!
Overfilling of the fuel tank may create
pressure in the system which could cause a
gas discharge. This could cause the gas to
spray back out when removing the fuel pump
nozzle, which could cause personal injury.
! Never refuel vehicles with gasoline engine
with diesel fuel. Even small amounts of
diesel fuel will damage the fuel system and
engine. Damage resulting from the use of
non-approved fuels or fuel additives or
resulting from mixing gasoline with diesel
fuel is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
! If you have accidentally filled the tank
with incorrect or non-approved fuel, do not
switch on the ignition. Otherwise the
incorrect or non-approved fuel will get into
the fuel lines. The fuel system must be
drained completely. Contact an authorized
402At the gas stationOperation
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Vehicle specification S 450 4MATIC
(221.084)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The S 450 4MATIC is available in Canada
only.Engine S 450 4MATICEngine, type273Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders8Bore3.66 in (92.90 mm)Stroke3.39 in (86.00 mm)Total piston
displacement284.6 cu in
(4 663 cm 3
)Compression
ratio10.5:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 46335 hp/6
000 rpm
(250 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349339 lb-ft/
2 700 - 5 000 rpm
(460 Nm/
2 700 - 5 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Poly-V-belt2 404 mmElectrical system S 450 4MATICAlternator14 V/180 AStarter motor12 V/1.7 kWElectrical system S 450 4MATICBattery12 V/95 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK PLKR 6ABosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions S 450 4MATICOverall vehicle
length200.1 in (5 100 mm)Overall vehicle
width 4783.5 in (2
120 mm)Overall vehicle
height58.2 in (1 479 mm)Wheelbase119.5 in (3 035 mm)Track, front63.0 in (1 600 mm)Track, rear63.2 in (1 606 mm)Turning circle38.7 ft (11.8 m)Weights S 450 4MATICRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification S 550 (221.171)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
i The S 550 is available in the USA only.
46
Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
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Engine S 550Engine, type273Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders8Bore3.86 in (98.00 mm)Stroke3.56 in (90.50 mm)Total piston
displacement333.3 cu in
(5 461 cm 3
)Compression
ratio10.7:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 48382 hp/6
000 rpm
(285 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349391 lb-ft/3 000 rpm
( 530 Nm/3 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Poly-V-belt2 404 mmElectrical system S 550Alternator14 V/180 AStarter motor12 V/1.7 kWBattery12 V/95 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK PLKR 6ABosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions S 550Overall vehicle
length206.7 in (5 250 mm)Overall vehicle
width 4983.5 in (2
120 mm)Overall vehicle
height58.2 in (1 479 mm)Wheelbase124.6 in (3 165 mm)Track, front63.0 in (1 600 mm)Track, rear63.2 in (1 606 mm)Turning circle40.0 ft (12.2 m)Weights S 550Roof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification S 550 4MATIC
(221.186)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine S 550 4MATICEngine, type273Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders8Bore3.86 in (98.00 mm)Stroke3.56 in (90.50 mm)Total piston
displacement333.3 cu in
(5 461 cm 3
)48 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
49 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.528Vehicle specification S 550 4MATIC (221.186)Technical data
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Engine S 550 4MATICCompression
ratio10.5:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 50382 hp/6
000 rpm
(285 kW/6 000 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349391 lb-ft/
2 800 - 4 800 rpm
(530 Nm/
2 800 - 4 800 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 500 rpmFiring order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Poly-V-belt2 404 mmElectrical system S 550 4MATICAlternator14 V/180 AStarter motor12 V/1.7 kWBattery12 V/95 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK PLKR 6ABosch Y 7 MPP33Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.031 in (0.8 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions S 550 4MATICOverall vehicle
length206.7 in (5 250 mm)Overall vehicle
width 5183.5 in (2
120 mm)Overall vehicle
height58.2 in (1 479 mm)Main dimensions S 550 4MATICWheelbase124.6 in (3 165 mm)Track, front63.0 in (1 600 mm)Track, rear63.2 in (1 606 mm)Turning circle40.0 ft (12.2 m)Weights S 550 4MATICRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification S 600 (221.176)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine S 600Engine, type275Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders12Bore3.23 in (82.00 mm)Stroke3.43 in (87.00 mm)Total piston
displacement336.4 cu in
(5 513 cm 3
)Compression
ratio9.0:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 52510 hp/5
000 rpm
(380 kW/5 000 rpm)50
Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
51 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
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Engine S 600Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349612 lb-ft/
1 800 - 3 500 rpm
(830 Nm/
1 800 - 3 500 rpm)Maximum engine
speed5 950 rpmFiring order1-12-5-8-3-10-
6-7-2-11-4-9Poly-V-belt2 370 mmElectrical system S 600Alternator14 V/220 AStarter motor12 V/2.0 kWBattery12 V/95 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK IFR 6Q-GSpark plugs,
electrode gap0.028 in (0.7 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 22 lb-ft
(20 - 30 Nm)Main dimensions S 600Overall vehicle
length206.7 in (5 250 mm)Overall vehicle
width 5383.5 in (2
120 mm)Overall vehicle
height58.2 in (1 479 mm)Wheelbase124.6 in (3 165 mm)Track, front63.0 in (1 600 mm)Track, rear63.2 in (1 606 mm)Turning circle40.0 ft (12.2 m)Weights S 600Roof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification S 63 AMG
(221.177)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine S 63 AMGEngine, type156Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders8Bore4.02 in (102.20 mm)Stroke3.72 in (94.60 mm)Total piston
displacement378.8 cu in
(6 208 cm 3
)Compression
ratio11.3:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 54518 hp/6
800 rpm
(386 kW/6 800 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349465 lb-ft/5 200 rpm
( 630 Nm/5 200 rpm)Maximum engine
speed7 200 rpmFiring order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Poly-V-belt2 360 mm53
Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
54 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.530Vehicle specification S 63 AMG (221.177)Technical data
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Electrical system S 63 AMGAlternator14 V/220 AStarter motor12 V/2.1 kWBattery12 V/95 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK ILZKAR 7A10Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.039 in (1.0 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions S 63 AMGOverall vehicle
length207.1 in (5 261 mm)Overall vehicle
width 5583.5 in (2
120 mm)Overall vehicle
height58.7 in (1 490 mm)Wheelbase124.6 in (3 165 mm)Track, front63.0 in (1 600 mm)Track, rear63.2 in (1 606 mm)Turning circle40.0 ft (12.2 m)Weights S 63 AMGRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Vehicle specification S 65 AMG
(221.179)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine S 65 AMGEngine, type275Mode of operation4-stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders12Bore3.25 in (82.60 mm)Stroke3.66 in (93.00 mm)Total piston
displacement364.9 cu in
(5 980 cm 3
)Compression
ratio9.0:1Output acc. to
SAE J 1349 56603 hp/
4 800 - 5 100 rpm
(450 kW/
4 800 - 5 100 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349738 lb-ft/
2 000 - 4 000 rpm
(1 000 Nm/
2 000 - 4 000 rpm)Maximum engine
speed5 950 rpmFiring order1-12-5-8-3-10-
6-7-2-11-4-9Poly-V-belt2 370 mmElectrical system S 65 AMGAlternator14 V/220 AStarter motor12 V/1.7 kWBattery12 V/95 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK IFR 6Q-G55
Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
56 Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.Vehicle specification S 65 AMG (221.179)531Technical data221_AKB; 6; 20, en-USd2ugruen,Version: 2.11.8.12009-09-24T13:28:17+02:00 - Seite 531Z