Gasoline MERCEDES-BENZ S55AMG 2006 W221 Owner's Manual

ContentsTechnical data.................................. 419
Parts service ...................................... 420
Warranty coverage ............................. 421
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet...................... 421
Identification labels............................ 422
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 423
S 350/S 430/S 430 4MATIC/
S 500/ S 500 4MATIC ................. 423
S 55 AMG ..................................... 423
S 600 and S 65 AMG.................... 423
Engine ................................................ 424
Rims and tires .................................... 426
Same size tires ............................. 428
Mixed size tires ............................ 430
Spare wheel ................................. 431
Electrical system................................ 432Main dimensions and weights............ 433
Main dimensions .......................... 433
Weights ........................................ 433
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 434
Capacities .................................... 434
Engine oils.................................... 437
Engine oil additives ...................... 437
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 437
Brake fluid .................................... 437
Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 438
Fuel requirements ........................ 438
Gasoline additives ........................ 439
Coolants....................................... 439
Windshield and headlamp
washer system ............................. 442
Technical terms............................... 443Index................................................. 451

13 Introduction
Operator’s Manual
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in for-
eign countries, please be aware that:

service facilities or replacement parts
may not be readily available,


unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat-
alytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts,


gasoline may have a considerably low-
er octane rating, and improper fuel can
cause engine damage.Certain Mercedes-Benz models are avail-
able for delivery in Europe under our Euro-
pean Delivery Program. For details, consult
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or
write to:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

54 Getting startedDrivingProblems while driving
The engine runs erratically and misfires

An ignition cable may be damaged.


The engine electronics may not be op-
erating properly.


Unburned gasoline may have entered
the catalytic converter and damaged it.

Give very little gas.

Have the problem repaired by an au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center as
soon as possible.The coolant temperature is above
248°F (120°C)
The coolant is too hot and is no longer
cooling the engine.

Stop the vehicle as soon as possible
and turn off the engine. Allow engine
and coolant to cool.

Check the coolant level and add cool-
ant if necessary (
page 294).In case of accident
If the vehicle is leaking gasoline:

Do not start the engine under any cir-
cumstances.

Notify local fire and/or police authori-
ties.
If the extent of the damage cannot be de-
termined:

Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
If no damage can be determined on the


major assemblies


fuel system


engine mount:

Start the engine in the usual manner.
iExcessive coolant temperatures trigger
a warning message in the multifunction
display (
page 363).

282 OperationDriving instructionsCatalytic converter
Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with
monolithic-type catalytic converters, an
important element in conjunction with the
oxygen sensors to achieve substantial con-
trol of the pollutants in the exhaust emis-
sions. Keep your vehicle in proper
operating condition by following our rec-
ommended maintenance instructions as
outlined in your Maintenance Booklet.
Emission control
Certain systems of the engine serve to
keep the toxic components of the exhaust
gases within permissible limits required by
law.
These systems, of course, will function
properly only when maintained strictly ac-
cording to factory specifications. Any ad-
justments on the engine should, therefore,
be carried out only by qualified
Mercedes-Benz Center authorized techni-
cians.
Engine adjustments should not be altered
in any way. Moreover, the specified service
jobs must be carried out regularly accord-
ing to Mercedes-Benz servicing require-
ments. For details refer to the
Maintenance Booklet.
!To prevent damage to the catalytic con-
verters, only use premium unleaded
gasoline in this vehicle.
Any noticeable irregularities in engine
operation should be repaired promptly.
Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel
may reach the catalytic converter,
causing it to overheat and potentially
start a fire.
Warning!
G
As with any vehicle, do not idle, park or op-
erate this vehicle in areas where combusti-
ble materials such as grass, hay or leaves
can come into contact with the hot exhaust
system, as these materials could be ignited
and cause a vehicle fire.

284 OperationAt the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the
right-hand side of the vehicle towards the
rear. Locking/unlocking the vehicle with
the SmartKey or the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* automatically locks/un-
locks the fuel filler flap.

Turn the engine off

by turning the SmartKey to
position0. Remove the SmartKey
from the starter switch.


by pressing the KEYLESS-GO*
start/stop button (
page 35).
Open the driver’s door (with the
driver’s door open, starter switch is now in position0, same as
SmartKey removed from starter
switch).

Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at
the point indicated by the arrow.
The fuel filler flap springs open.

Turn the fuel cap to the left and hold on
to it until possible pressure is released.

Take off the cap and set it in the recess
on the fuel filler flap.
To prevent fuel vapors from escaping
into open air, fully insert filler nozzle
unit.

Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle
unit cuts out – do not top up or over-
fill.
Warning!
G
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
injury. Whenever you are around gasoline,
avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extin-
guish all smoking materials. Never allow
sparks, flame or smoking materials near
gasoline!

285 Operation
At the gas station

Replace fuel cap by turning it clockwise
until it audibly engages.

Close the fuel filler flap.
Check regularly and before a long trip
1Windshield washer and headlamp
cleaning system*
2Coolant level
3Brake fluid
Warning!
G
Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pres-
sure in the system which could cause a gas
discharge. This could cause the gas to spray
back out when removing the fuel pump noz-
zle, which could cause personal injury.
iOnly use premium unleaded gasoline
with a minimum Posted Octane Rating
of 91 (average of 96 RON/86 MON).
Information on gasoline quality can
normally be found on the fuel pump.
More information on gasoline can be
found in the Factory Approved Service
Products pamphlet.iLeaving the engine running and the fuel
cap open can cause the yellow engine
malfunction indicator lamp ?
(USA only),
±
(Canada only)
to illuminate.
For more information, see the “Practi-
cal hints” section (
page 343).
iOpening the hood, see (
page 287).

299 Operation
Tires and wheels
Tread depth
Do not allow your tires to wear down too
far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are
sharply reduced at tread depths under 1/8in (3 mm).
Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by
law. These indicators are located in six
places on the tread circumference and
become visible at a tread depth of approx-
imately
1/16
in (1.6 mm), at which point
the tire is considered worn and should be
replaced.
Recommended minimum tire tread depth:


Summer tires
1/8in (3 mm)


Winter tires
1/6in (4 mm)
1TWI (T
readW
ear I
ndicator)
The treadwear indicator appears as a solid
band across the tread.Storing tires
Cleaning tires
Warning!
G
Although the applicable federal motor safety
laws consider a tire to be worn when the
treadwear indicators (TWI) become visible at
approximately
1/16in (1.6 mm), we recom-
mend that you do not allow your tires
to wear down to that level. As tread depth
approaches
1/8in (3 mm), the adhesion
properties on a wet road are sharply re-
duced.
Depending upon the weather and/or road
surface (conditions), the tire traction varies
widely.
!Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry
place with as little exposure to light as
possible. Protect tires from contact
with oil, grease and gasoline.!Never use a round nozzle to power
wash tires. The intense jet of water can
result in damage to the tire.
Always replace a damaged tire.

424 Technical dataEngineModel
S 350 (220.067)
1
S 430 (220.070, 220.170)
1
S 430 4MATIC (220.183)
1
1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.
S 500 (220.175)
1
S 500 4MATIC (220.184)
1
Engine
112
113
113
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine, gasoline injec-
tion
4-stroke engine, gasoline injec-
tion
4-stroke engine, gasoline injec-
tion
No. of cylinders
6
8
8
Bore
3.82 in (97.00 mm)
3.54 in (89.90 mm)
3.82 in (97.00 mm)
Stroke
3.31 in (84.00 mm)
3.31 in (84.00 mm)
3.31 in (84.00 mm)
Total piston displacement
227.3 cu in (3724 cm
3)
260.3 cu in (4266 cm
3)
303.0 cu in (4966 cm
3)
Compression ratio
10:1
10:1
10:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349
241 hp/5700 rpm
2
(180 kW/5700 rpm)
275 hp/5750 rpm
2
(205 kW/5750 rpm)
2Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
302 hp/5600 rpm
2
(225 kW/5600 rpm)
Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349
258 lb-ft/3000 - 4500 rpm
(350 Nm/3000 - 4500 rpm)
295 lb-ft/3000 - 4400 rpm
(400 Nm/3000 - 4400 rpm)
339 lb-ft/2700 - 4250 rpm
(460 Nm/2700 - 4250 rpm)
Maximum engine speed
6000 rpm
6000 rpm
6000 rpm
Firing order
1-4-3-6-2-5
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt
2380 mm
2380 mm
2380 mm

425 Technical data
Engine
Model
S 55 AMG (220.174)
1
S 600 (220.176)
1
S 65 AMG (220.179)
1
Engine
113
275
275
Mode of operation
4-stroke engine, gasoline injec-
tion
4-stroke engine, gasoline injec-
tion
4-stroke engine, gasoline injec-
tion
No. of cylinders
8
12
12
Bore
3.82 in (97.00 mm)
3.23 in (82.00 mm)
3.25 in (82.60 mm)
Stroke
3.62 in (92.00 mm)
3.43 in (87.00 mm)
3.66 in (93.00 mm)
Total piston displacement
331.8 cu in (5439 cm
3)
336.4 cu in (5513 cm
3)
364.9 cu in (5980 cm
3)
Compression ratio
9:1
9:1
9:1
Output acc. to SAE J 1349
493 hp/6100 rpm
2
(368 kW/6100 rpm)
493 hp/5000 rpm
2
(368 kW/5000 rpm)
603 hp/4800 - 5100 rpm
2
(450 kW/4800 - 5100 rpm)
Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349
516 lb-ft/2750 - 4000 rpm
(700 Nm/2750 - 4000 rpm)
590 lb-ft/1800 - 3500 rpm
(800 Nm/1800 - 3500 rpm)
738 lb-ft/2000 - 4000 rpm
(1000 Nm/2000 - 4000 rpm)
Maximum engine speed
6500 rpm
5950 rpm
5950 rpm
Firing order
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9
1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9
Poly-V-belt
Belt one: 1289 mm
Belt two: 2462 mm
2335 mm
2335 mm
1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment.2Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.

436 Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Fuel tank
All models
23.2 US gal (88.0 l)
Premium unleaded gasoline:
Minimum Posted Octane 91
(Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON)
including a reserve of
All models except
S55AMG, S65AMG
2.9 US gal (11.0 l)
including a reserve of
S55AMG, S65AMG
3.7 US gal (14.0 l)
Air conditioning system
All models
R-134a refrigerant and special PAG
lubricant oil (never R-12)
Windshield washer
S 350
S 430, S 430 4MATIC
3.2 US qt. (3.0 l)
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
1
1Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and commercially available pre-
mixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (page 442).Windshield washer and
headlamp cleaning system*
All models
7.1 US qt (6.7 l)
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate
1