MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG COUPE 2012 Owners Manual

parts may break away and be thrown around
the interior when an air bag is deployed, which
may result in severe injuries.
! Do not affix the following to plastic
surfaces:
R stickers
R films
R scented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
! Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent
or sunscreen to come into contact with the
plastic trim. This maintains the high-quality
look of the surfaces.XWipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free
cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.XHeavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
The surface may change color temporarily.
Wait until the surface is dry again.
Cleaning genuine wood and trim
elements
! Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents
such as tar remover, wheel cleaners,
polishes or waxes. There is otherwise a risk
of damaging the surface.
! Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces.
The trim pieces have a chrome look but are
mostly made of anodized aluminum and
can lose their shine if chrome polish is
used. Use a damp, lint-free cloth instead
when cleaning the trim pieces.
If the chrome-plated trim pieces are very
dirty, you can use a chrome polish. If you
are unsure as to whether the trim pieces
are chrome-plated or not, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
XWipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with
a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber
cloth.XHeavy soiling: use car care and cleaning
products recommended and approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the seat covers
! Do not use microfiber cloths to clean
genuine leather, artificial leather or
Alcantara® covers. If used often, these can
damage the cover.
! Clean genuine leather covers with a damp
cloth, then wipe the covers down with a dry
cloth. Make sure that the leather does not
become soaked. Only use leather care
agents that have been tested and approved
by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain these
from any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
i Note that regular care is essential to
ensure that the appearance and comfort of
the covers is retained over time.
Cleaning the seat belts
! Do not clean the seat belts using chemical
cleaning agents. Do not dry the seat belts
by warming them above 176 ‡ (80 †) or
placing them in direct sunlight.
GWARNING
Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may
severely weaken them. In a crash, they may
not be able to provide adequate protection.
XUse clean, lukewarm water and soap
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Useful information ............................232
Where will I find...? ...........................232
Flat tire .............................................. 233
Battery ............................................... 240
Jump-starting .................................... 243
Towing and tow-starting ..................244
Fuses .................................................. 247231Breakdown assistance

Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
i Please read the information on qualified
specialist workshops ( Y page 21).
Where will I find...?
First-aid kit
The first-aid kit is located in the left-hand
stowage compartment in the trunk.
XOpen the trunk lid.XTurn fastener ; in the direction of the
arrow.XOpen stowage compartment :.XOpen the Velcro fastener and remove the
first aid kit.
i Check the expiration date on the first-aid
kit at least once a year. Replace the
contents if necessary, and replace missing
contents.
Vehicle tool kit
Wheel-change tool kit and jack 16
The wheel-change tool kit and the jack are
located in the left-hand stowage space in the
trunk.
Left-hand stowage space in trunk floor
:Lug wrench;Towing eyeXPull the loop on the floor covering and fold
the floor covering forward.XTake out the jack and lug wrench :
underneath it.
TIREFIT kit, wheel chock, alignment bolt
and gloves
The TIREFIT kit, wheel chock, alignment bolt
and gloves are located in the left-hand
stowage compartment in the trunk.
Left-hand stowage compartment in the trunk
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XRemove the jack from the left-hand
stowage space in the trunk to allow the
stowage compartment to be opened.XTurn fastener ; in the direction of the
arrow.XOpen stowage compartment :.XRemove the TIREFIT kit, wheel chock,
alignment bolt and gloves.
Flat tire
Preparing the vehicle
Your vehicle is equipped with a TIREFIT kit.
XStop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and
level ground, as far away as possible from
traffic.XSwitch on the hazard warning lamps.XApply the electric parking brake manually
( Y page 130).XBring the front wheels into the straight-
ahead position.XShift the transmission to P using the button
on the center console.XSwitch off the engine.XRemove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.XAll occupants must get out of the vehicle.
Make sure that they are not endangered as
they do so.XMake sure that no one is near the danger
area while a wheel is being changed.
Anyone who is not directly assisting in the
wheel change should, for example, stand
behind the barrier.XGet out of the vehicle. Pay attention to
traffic conditions when doing so.XClose the driver's door.TIREFIT kit
Using the TIREFIT kitGWARNING
TIREFIT is a limited repair device. TIREFIT
cannot be used for cuts or punctures larger
than approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) and tire
damage caused by driving with extremely low
tire inflation pressure, or on a flat tire, or a
damaged wheel.
Do not drive the vehicle under such
circumstances.
Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for assistance or call Roadside
Assistance.
GWARNING
Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT
to come in contact with hair, eyes or clothing.
TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed or
absorbed through the skin - causes skin, eye
and respiratory irritation.
Any contact with eyes or skin should be
flushed immediately with plenty of water.
If clothing comes in contact with TIREFIT,
change clothing as soon as possible.
In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult a
physician immediately.
GWARNING
Keep TIREFIT away from children. If
swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with
plenty of water and drink plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting.
Consult a doctor immediately.
Keep away from open flame or heat source.
You can use the TIREFIT kit to seal small
punctures, particularly those in the tire tread.
You can use TIREFIT at outside temperatures
down to -40 †.
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XDo not remove any foreign objects which
have penetrated the tire, e.g. screws or
nails.XTake the TIREFIT kit out of the trunk
( Y page 232).XOpen the TIREFIT kit and remove "max.
80 km/h" sticker D.XAffix sticker D within the driver's field of
vision.
i If TIREFIT leaks out, allow it to dry. It can
then be removed like a layer of film.
If you get TIREFIT on your clothing, have it
cleaned as soon as possible with
perchloroethylene.
Comply with the manufacturer's safety
instructions on the tire inflation compressor
label and on the tire sealant bottle.
i You will also find operating instructions
= in the lid of the TIREFIT kit.
XPull the cable and filler hose E out of the
housing.XUnscrew flanged cap A.XUnscrew the cap from tire sealant
bottle :. Make sure that the aluminum
film is not damaged when doing so.XScrew tire sealant bottle : clockwise
tightly onto flange seal F.
This pierces the aluminum film.XRemove the cap from the valve on the faulty
tire.XMake sure that pressure release screw C
is closed.XRemove the dust protection cap from filler
hose E.XScrew the end of filler hose E onto tire
valve G.XMake sure that on/off switch ; on the tire
inflation compressor is set to 0.XInsert connector ? into the 12 V cigarette
lighter socket ( Y page 203).XSelect key position 2 with the Start/Stop
button ( Y page 115).
i
The battery discharges during tire
inflation compressor usage. For this
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reason, you should start the engine unless
you are inflating the tire in an enclosed
space.XPress on/off switch ; on the tire inflation
compressor to I.
The tire inflation compressor is switched
on. The tire is inflated.
i First, TIREFIT is pumped into the tire. The
pressure can briefly rise to approximately
500kPa (5bar/73psi).
Do not switch off the tire inflation
compressor during this phase.
XLet the tire inflation compressor run for a
maximum of ten minutes. Afterwards, a tire
pressure of at least 180 kPa (1.8 bar/
26 psi) must be achieved.
Switch the tire inflation compressor off
briefly to read the correct value from
pressure gauge B.
!
Do not operate the tire inflation
compressor for longer than ten minutes at
a time without a break. It may otherwise
overheat.
The tire inflation compressor can be
operated again once it has cooled down.
Tire pressure of at least 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi) is not reached
GWARNING
If after five minutes a pressure of 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi) cannot be achieved, the tire
is too badly damaged to be repaired reliably
using TIREFIT.
In this case TIREFIT cannot seal the tire
properly.
Do not drive any further.
Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for assistance or call Roadside
Assistance.
If, after five minutes, a pressure of 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been achieved:XSwitch off the tire inflation compressor,
remove it and drive the vehicle
approximately 30 ft (10 m) forward or back.
This distributes the TIREFIT more evenly.XLeave tire sealant bottle : attached to the
flange.XPump up the tire again.
Tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/
26 psi) is reached
If the tire pressure is at least 180 kPa
(1.8 bar/26 psi):
XPress on/off switch ; on the tire inflation
compressor to 0.
The tire inflation compressor is switched
off.XRemove connector ? from the 12 V
socket.XRemove filler hose E from tire valve G
and re-install the dust protection cap.
Screw the valve cap onto the valve again.
Leave tire sealant bottle : attached to
flange F.XStow the TIREFIT kit in a safe and
accessible place in the vehicle.XPull away immediately .
!
After use, excess TIREFIT may run out of
the filler hose. This could cause stains.
GWARNING
Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h ). A TIREFIT repair is not designed to
operate at higher speeds.
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The sticker must be attached on the
instrument cluster where it will be easily seen
by the driver.
Vehicle handling characteristics of a TIREFIT
repaired tire may change. Adapt your driving
accordingly.XStop after driving for approximately ten
minutes and check the tire pressure with
the tire inflation compressor.
i On tires that are equipped with a tire
pressure sensor (tire pressure monitor),
the use of sealant can lead to error
messages and incorrect displays.
Therefore, use pressure gauge B in the
TIREFIT kit to check and correct the tire
pressure.
GWARNING
If tire inflation pressure has fallen below
130 kPa (1.3 bar/26 psi) do not continue to
drive the vehicle.
Park your vehicle safely away from the
roadway and contact the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or Roadside
Assistance.
Have the damaged tire replaced.
XCorrect the tire pressure if it is at least
130 kPa (1.3 bar/20 psi) (for the required
values see the Tire and Loading Information
placard on the driver's side B-pillar or the
tire pressure table inside the fuel filler flap).
To increase the tire pressure: switch on
the tire inflation compressor.
To reduce the tire pressure: open release
screw C.
!
The manufacturer does not guarantee
that all tire damage can be repaired using
the TIREFIT kit, particularly in the case of
cuts and punctures with a diameter of more
than four millimeters or on the sidewall. The
manufacturer is not responsible for
damage caused by inappropriate use of the
TIREFIT kit.
XDrive to the nearest workshop and have the
tire changed there.XHave the tire sealant bottle replaced as
soon as possible at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.HEnvironmental note
Have the used tire sealant bottle disposed of
professionally, e.g. at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
XHave the TIREFIT kit replaced every four
years at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Changing a wheel and mounting the
spare wheel
Preparing the vehicle
XPrepare the vehicle as described
( Y page 233).XBring the wheels into the straight-ahead
position.XTake the following objects from the left-
hand stowage compartment and the left-
hand stowage space in the trunk:
R the lug wrench
R the folding wheel chock
R the jack
R the alignment boltXSecure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away.
Securing the vehicle to prevent it from
rolling away
GWARNING
Only jack up the vehicle on level ground or on
slight inclines/declines. The vehicle could
otherwise fall off the jack and injure you or
others.
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If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel chock,
it can be found in the vehicle tool kit
( Y page 232).
The folding wheel chock is an additional
securing measure to prevent the vehicle from
rolling away, for example when changing a
wheel.XFold both plates upwards :.XFold out lower plate ;.XGuide the lugs on the lower plate fully into
the openings in base plate =.
Securing the vehicle on level ground
XOn level ground: place chocks or other
suitable items under the front and rear of
the wheel that is diagonally opposite the
wheel you wish to change.
Securing the vehicle on slight downhill gradients
XOn downhill gradients: place chocks or
other suitable items in front of the wheels
of the front and rear axle.
Raising the vehicle
GWARNING
When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack
which has been specifically approved by
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up
the vehicle at the jacking points built into both
sides of the vehicle. The jack saddle must be
placed centrally under the jacking point. The
jack must always be vertical when in use,
especially on inclines or declines.
The jack is intended only for lifting the vehicle
briefly for wheel changes. It is not suited for
performing maintenance work under the
vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the
jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel
change.
Never get beneath the vehicle while it is
supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet
away from the area under the lifted vehicle.
Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient
capacity jackstands before working under the
vehicle.
Always firmly engage the parking brake and
block the wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizable objects before raising the vehicle with
the jack. Do not disengage the parking brake
while the vehicle is raised.
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Make sure that the ground on which the
vehicle is standing and where you place the
jack is solid, level and not slippery. If
necessary, use a large underlay. On slippery
surfaces, such as tiled floors, you should use
a non-slip underlay, for example a rubber mat.
Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects
as a jack underlay. Otherwise, the jack may
not be able to achieve its load-bearing
capacity if it is not at its full height.
Never start the engine when the vehicle is
raised.
Also observe the notes on the jack.XUsing lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on
the wheel you wish to change by about one
full turn. Do not unscrew the wheel bolts
completely.
The mounting for the jack is centered
between the front and rear wheel housings
(arrow).
GWARNING
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up
the vehicle at the jacking points. The jack
saddle must be placed centrally under the
jacking point.
If you do not position the jack correctly in the
jacking point, the vehicle can fall off the jack
and seriously or fatally injure you or others.
! The jack is designed exclusively for
jacking up the vehicle at the jacking points.
Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged.XPosition jack = at jacking point ;.XMake sure that the base of the jack is
positioned directly under jacking point ;.XTurn crank ? clockwise until jack = sits
completely on jacking point ; and the
base of the jack lies evenly on the ground.XTurn crank ? until the tire is raised a
maximum of 1.2 inches (3 cm) off the
ground.238Flat tireBreakdown assistance