MERCEDES-BENZ SLS COUPE 2010 Owners Manual

Other aerial positions
There is no restriction for aerial positions in
the outer area of the vehicle for these wave-
bands: trunked radio/Tetra, 70 cm wave-
band, GSM 900/AMPS, GSM 1800 and
UMTS.
Legal provisions for fittings must be
observed.
RF transmitters with a maximum transmis-
sion output of 100 mW (PEAK) may be used
in the vehicle without restrictions.
! The operating permit may be invalidated
if the instructions for installation and use of
RF transmitters are not observed, e.g.
approved wavebands, maximum output
and aerial positions on the vehicle. Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) and
paint code number
The vehicle identification plate is located on
the side of the door frame on the right-hand
side. X
Open the right-hand door.
You will see vehicle identification plate 0001. 0001
Vehicle identification plate
0002 Vehicle manufacturer
0015 EU type approval number
0014 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
0012 Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight
0013 Maximum permissible fron taxle load
000A Maximu mpermissible rear axle load
000B Paint code Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In addition to being stamped on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is also stamped onto the vehicle
body. It is located on the floor in front of the
right-hand front seat. X
Slide the right-hand front seat to its rear-
most position.
X Fold floor covering 0001upwards.
You will see vehicle identification number
(VIN) 0002. 348
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Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the crank-
case. More informatio ncan be obtained from
any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Service products and capacities
Service products include the following:
R fuels
R lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R coolant
R brake fluid
R windscree nwasher fluid
Mercedes-Ben zrecommends that you use
products which have been tested and spe-
cially approved by Mercedes-Benz for your
vehicle and are listed in this Mercedes-Benz
Owner's Manual in the relevant section as:
R parts and service products are matched.
R damage caused by the use of non-approved
service products is not covered by the
implied warranty
You can recognise service products approved
by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip-
tion on the containers:
R MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
R MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)
Other designations or recommendations that
relate to a level of quality or a specification in
accordance with an MB Sheet number (such
as MB 229.5) have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. G
Risk of injury
When handling, storing and disposing of any
service products, please observe the relevant
regulations, as you could otherwise endanger
yourself and others.
Keep service products away from children.
To protec tyour health, do not allow service
products to come into contact with your eyes or open wounds. See a doctor immediately if
any service product is swallowed.
H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally-responsible manner. Fuel
G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Switch off the engine before refuelling. G
Risk of injury
Do not allow fuel to come into contact with
skin or clothing.
Allowing fuels to come into direct contact with
your skin or inhaling fuel vapours is damaging
to your health.
Tank capacity Total capacity
85 l
Of which reserve
fuel
Approx. 14 l
!
Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
petrol engine. Even small amounts of diesel
result in damage to the injection system.
Damage resulting from adding diesel is not
covered by the warranty.
Further information on refuelling and on fuels
(Y page 266).
Notes on fuel consumption The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in
the following situations:
R
at very low temperatures
R in urban traffic
R on short trips
R in mountainous terrain Service products and capacities
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The consumption figures have been deter-
mined in accordance with EU Directive
715/1268/EC and do not refer to a specific
vehicle. Deviations from these values may
occur under normal operating conditions.
i Only for certain countries: the respective
curren tconsumption and emission values
of your vehicle can be found in the COC
papers (EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORM-
ITY). These documents are supplied when
the vehicle is delivered.
! Do not use any special additives, as they
can cause malfunctions and engine dam-
age. Damage resulting from the use of such
additives is not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz implied warranty. H
Environmental note
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which scien-
tists believe to be principally responsible for
global warming (the greenhouse effect). Your
vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly related to
fuel consumption and therefore depend on:
R efficient use of the fuel by the engine
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as envi-
ronmental influences or road conditions
You can minimise your vehicle's CO 2emis-
sions by driving carefully and having it serv-
iced regularly. Engine oil
Only Mercedes-Benz approved engine oils
may be used in Mercedes-Benz engines.
Al ist of the engine oils tested and approved
in accordance with the Mercedes-Ben zSpec-
ifications for Service Products can be called
up by visiting http://bevo.daimler.com and
entering the MB Sheet number. Further infor-
mation on tested and approved engine oils
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre. Engine oils which have been
approved by Mercedes-Benz have the MB
Sheet number indicated on the oil container under the "MB approval" notice. The table
shows which MB Sheet number applies to
which engine: MB Sheet number
229.5
i
In rare cases the following characteristics
of the engine oil used may be unavailable:
R engine oil brand
R grade (MB Sheet number)
R SAEc lassification (viscosity)
In such cases, you can use another mineral
or synthetic engine oil which has been
approved by Mercedes-Benz.
You must the nhave an oil change carried
out at the earliest possible opportunity.
Mixing oils reduces the benefits of high-
grade engine oil.
! Do no tuse lubricant additives. These can
lead to increased wear and damage to
mechanical assemblies. The use of lubri-
cant additives will result in a restriction of
your warranty.
Engine oil viscosity Viscosity describes the flow characteristics
of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity,
this means that it is thick; a low viscosity
means that it is thin.
Select the SAE classification (viscosity) of the
engine oil according to the outside tempera-
ture. The following table shows you the vis-
cosity classes to be used depending on the
average air temperature. 350
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Capacities
The following values refer to an oil change
including the oil filter. Engine with oil filter
9.5 l
Coolant
The coolan tis a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs the
following tasks:
R anti-corrosion protection
R antifreeze protection
R raising the boiling point
i When the vehicle is first delivered, it is fil-
led with a coolant mixture that ensures
adequate antifreeze and corrosion protec-
tion.
! Only top up with coolant that has been
premixed with the desired antifreeze pro-
tection. You could otherwise damage the
engine.
Further information on coolants and on fill-
ing can be found in the Mercedes-Benz
Specifications for Service Products, MB
Approval 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at
http://bevo.daimler.com. You can also
consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
! 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
the boiling point will be too low.
If antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor is present in
the correct concentration, the boiling point of
the coolant will be around 130 †. The antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentra-
tion in the engine cooling system should:
R
be at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
around -37 †.
R not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -45 †); otherwise, heat will not be
dissipated as effectively.
If the vehicle has lost coolant, top it up with
equal amounts of water and antifreeze/cor-
rosion inhibitor. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends an antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor
which has been approved for Mercedes-Benz.
! The engine cooling system is filled with
coolant which must be renewed after 15
years, or after 250,000 km at the latest.
The warranty is only valid if you top up with
an antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor which
has been approved by Mercedes-Benz and
if the recommended mixture ratio is
observed. Brake fluid
Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs
moisture from the air; this lowers its boiling
point. G
Risk of accident
If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low,
vapour pockets may form in the brake system
when the brakes are applied hard (e.g. when
driving downhill).T his would impair braking
efficiency.
Have the brake fluid renewed every two years
with brake fluid that has been approved by
Mercedes-Benz
i There is usually a notice in the engine
compartmentt o remind you when the next
brake fluid change is due. Service products and capacities
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Windscreen washe
rsystem
The headlamp cleaning system and wind-
screen washers ystem are both supplied from
the washer fluid reservoir.
Further information on windscree nwasher
fluid and its mixing ratio ( Ypage 270). Vehicle data
Vehicle dimensions
Vehicle length
(ECE)
4638 mm
Vehicle width
including exterior
mirrors
2078 mm
Vehicle height
29 1262 mm
Wheel base
2680 mm
Vehicle weights
Unladen weight
(according to
DIN)
30 1620 kg
Maximum boot
load
62 kg
Vehicle-specific weigh
tinformation can be
found on the vehicle identificatio nplate
(Y page 348). Boot lid opening dimensions
0001
Opening height :1610 mm (rea rspoiler
retracted)
Opening height: 167 7mm(rear spoiler
extended)
i The values specified may differ from the
actual values depending on the tyres, load,
optional equipment and condition of the
suspension. Opening dimensions of the gullwing
doors 0001
Range of movement exceeding vehicle
width: 362 mm
0002 Opening height: 1875 mm (mirrors folded
in)
Opening height: 1947 mm (mirrors folded
out)
29 The values specified may differ from the actual values depending on the tyres, load, optional equipment and
condition of the suspension.
30 The unladen weight includes all fluids (fuel tank 90 % full). Items of optional equipment increase the unladen
weight and reduce the maximu mpayload. 352
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The values specified may differ from the
actual values depending on the tyres, load,
optional equipment and condition of the
suspension. Tyres and wheels
Please bear the following in mind
G
Risk of accident
Due to the special tyre tread in combination
with the optimised rubber compound, there is
an increased risk of aquaplaning and skidding
on a damp or wet road surface. Make sure that
ESP ®
is activated for the corresponding road
surface conditions.
Tyre grip is noticeably reduced at low outside
temperatures and low tyre operating temper-
atures. This leads to an increased risk of skid-
ding and resulting vehicle instability. Use win-
ter tyres when the outside temperature falls
below 7†.
If others use the vehicle with the high per-
formance tyres fitted, you as the vehicle
owner must point out the safety guidelines
and/or limitations to these persons.
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres and
wheels which have been approved by
Mercedes-Benz specifically for yourv ehi-
cle. These tyres have been specially adap-
ted for use with the driving safety systems,
such as ABS or ESP ®
.Ify ou use other tyres
and wheels, Mercedes-Benz cannot accept
any responsibility for damage that may
result from this. Further information about
tyres, wheels and approved combinations
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
If you use tyres other than those tested and
recommended for Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, characteristics such as handling, vehi-
cle noise emissions and fuel consumption
may be adversely affected. In addition, the
wheels may come into contact with the
body or axle components when heavily loa- ded or when driving with snow chains. This
could result in damage to the tyres or the
vehicle.
i Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
i You will find a table of tyre pressures on
the inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap.
You will find further information about tyre
pressures in the "Operation" section
(Y page 272).
i Always equip the vehicle as follows:
R with tyres of the same size on a given axle
(left/right)
R with the same type of tyres (summer
tyres, winter tyres) Tyres and wheels
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Tyres
Summer tyres Front axle
Summer tyres
265/35 ZR19 (98Y) XL
Light alloy rim
9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 60
or
9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 59 Rear axle
Summer tyres
31 295/30 ZR20 (101Y) XL
Light alloy rim
11 J x 20 H2 ET 68
Winter tyres, variant 1
Front axle
Winter tyres
265/35 R19 98W XL M+S
Light alloy rim
9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 60
or
9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 59 Rear axle
Winter tyres
31 295/30 R20 101W XL M+S
Light alloy rim
11 J x 20 H2 ET 68
Winter tyres, variant 2
Front and rear axles
Winter tyres
255/35 R19 96V XL M+S
Light alloy rim
9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 59
31
Snow chains not permitted. 354
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Emergency spare wheel*
Depending on the country, engine and wheels fitted, your vehicle may be equipped with a
collapsible emergency spare wheel 32
,33
. Tyres
175/50 R19 97P
Tyre pressure
350 kPa (3.5 bar)
Wheels
6.5B x 19 H2 ET 14
32
Only for certain countries.
33 Use of snow chains not permitted. Tyres and wheels
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