brake fluid MERCEDES-BENZ SLK-Class 2013 R172 Owner's Manual

Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal positio n............. 147
Automatic drive program ...............148
Changing gea r............................... 147
Display message ............................ 237
Driving tips .................................... 147
Emergency running mode ..............152
Kickdow n....................................... 147
Manual drive program ....................150
Overview ........................................ 145
Problem (malfunction) ...................152
Progra mselecto rbutton ................ 147
Pulling away ................................... 138
Releasing the parking lock
manually ........................................ 152
Selector leve r................................ 145
Shift range s................................... 149
Starting the engine ........................137
Steering wheel paddle shifters ......148
Transmission position displa y........ 146
Transmissio npositions .................. 146
Automatic transmission
emergency mode ............................... 152 B
Backup lamp Changing bulbs .............................. 115
BAS (Brake Assist System) .................60
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .................................................... 60
Battery (SmartKey) Checking .......................................... 73
Important safety notes ....................73
Replacing ......................................... 73
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 298
Display message ............................ 227
Important safety notes ..................296
Jump starting ................................. 299
Overview ........................................ 296
Blin dSpot Assist
Activating/deactivating .................202
Display message ............................ 230
Notes/function .............................. 186
Bottle holder ...................................... 259
Brake Assist see BAS (Brake Assist System) Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 217
Notes ............................................. 351
Brake lamps
Display message ............................ 223
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 59
BAS .................................................. 60
BAS PLUS ........................................ 60
Brake fluid (notes) .........................351
Display message ............................ 212
Driving tips .................................... 160
High-performance brake system ....161
Important safety notes ..................160
Maintenance .................................. 162
Parking brake ................................ 156
Warning lamp ................................. 244
Breakdown
see Flat tire
see Towing away
Bulbs
see Changing bulbs C
California Important notice for retail
customers and lessees ....................21
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Carpets .......................................... 287
Car wash ........................................ 282
Display ........................................... 285
Exterior lights ................................ 285
Gea rors electo rlever .................... 286
Interior ........................................... 285
Matte finish ................................... 283
Notes ............................................. 281
Paint .............................................. 283
Plastic trim .................................... 286
Power washer ................................ 283
Roof lining ...................................... 287
Seat bel t........................................ 287
Seat cover ..................................... 286
Sensors ......................................... 285 Index
5

Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 196
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 349
Problem (malfunction) ...................155
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 291
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 304
Before changing ............................. 304
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 304
Fuse box in the trunk .....................305
Important safety notes ..................303 G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................265
Important safety notes ..................262
Opening/closing the garage door ..264
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 263
Gear indicator (on-board computer) 207
Genuine parts .................................... 346
Glove box ........................................... 256H
Handbrake see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ......................109
Display message ............................ 240
Head bags
Display message ............................ 219
Operation ........................................ .44
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system .....279
Cleaning system (capacity )............ 353
Cleaning system (function) ............109
Cleaning system (notes) ................352
Fogging up ..................................... 111
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head level heating (AIRSCARF) ..........98
Head restraints Adjusting ......................................... 97
see NECK-PR Ohead restraints Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 114
Display message ............................ 223
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 111
Switching on/off ........................... 109
Hill start assist .................................. 139
HOLD function Display message ............................ 229
Function/notes ............................. 177
Hood
Closing .......................................... .277
Display message ............................ 239
Opening ......................................... 276
Hydroplaning ..................................... 162 I
Ignition lock see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 66
Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 29
Warning and indicator lamps ...........30
Instrument cluster lighting ..............192
Interior lighting ................................. 111
Automatic control ..........................112
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 205
Emergency lighting ........................112
Manual control ............................... 112
Overview ........................................ 111
Reading lamp ................................. 111
Setting the brightness of the
ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 204
Setting the color of the ambient
lighting (on-board computer) .........205 10
Index

Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 351
Coolant (engine) ............................ 351
Engine oil ....................................... 350
Fuel ................................................ 348
Important safety notes ..................348
Washer fluid .................................. .352
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) .........203
On-board computer .......................203
Setting the air distribution ...............127
Setting the airflow ............................127
SETUP (on-board computer) .............208
Side impact air bag .............................43
Side marker lamp Changing bulbs (rear) ....................114
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 224
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 284
Convenience closing feature ............83
Important safety information ...........82
Opening/closing (all) .......................82
Opening/closing (front) ...................82
Overview .......................................... 82
Problem (malfunction) .....................85
Resetting ......................................... 84
SmartKey
Changing the battery .......................73
Changing the programming .............72
Checking the battery .......................73
Convenience opening feature ..........83
Display message ............................ 240
Door central locking/unlocking .......71
Important safety notes ....................70
Loss ................................................. 75
Mechanical key ................................ 72
Opening/closing the roof ................87
Overview .......................................... 70
Positions (ignition lock) .................135
Problem (malfunction) .....................75
Starting the engine ........................137
Snow chains ...................................... 311
Sockets Center console .............................. 261
General notes ................................ 261
Under the armrest .........................261Spare wheel
Stowing .......................................... 340
Specialist workshop ............................ 23
Special seat bel tretractor .................. 58
Speed ,controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the
additional speedometer .................204
Digita l............................................ 197
In the Instrument cluster .................29
Segments ...................................... 193
Selecting the unit of measurement 203
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 63
Warning lamp ................................. 247
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 219
Introduction ..................................... 39
Warning lamp ................................. 249
Warning lamp (function) ................... 39
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 224
Switching on/off ........................... 108
Starting (engine) ................................ 137
Steering (display message) ..............239
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically). ....................99
Adjusting (manually )........................ 98
Button overview ............................... 31
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 194
Cleaning ......................................... 286
Important safety notes ....................98
Paddle shifters ............................... 148
Storing settings (memory function) 103
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........148
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 208
Stowage areas ................................... 256
Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 257
Center console .............................. 257
Cuph olders ................................... 259
Door ............................................... 257
Eyeglasses compartment ...............257 Index
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Opening (automatically from
outside) ............................................ 80
Overview .......................................... 79
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 239
Opening/closing .............................. 79
Opening dimensions ......................353
Trunk load (maximum) ......................353
Trunk partition Display message ............................ 239
General notes .................................. 88
Opening/closing .............................. 88
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ...................115
Display message ............................ 222
Switching on/off ........................... 108
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................78
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 77V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........260
Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 23
Data acquisition ............................... 24
Display message ............................ 237
Equipment ....................................... 20
Individua lsettings .......................... 203
Limited Warranty ............................. 24
Loading .......................................... 319
Locking (in an emergency) ...............78
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 71
Lowering ........................................ 334
Maintenance .................................... 21
Parking for a long period ................ 158
Pulling away ................................... 138
Raising ........................................... 331
Reporting problems .........................24
Securing from rolling away ............331
Towing away .................................. 301
Tow-starting ................................... 301Transporting
.................................. 303
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........78
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................71
Vehicle data ................................... 353
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data ....................................... 353
Vehicle dimensions ...........................353
Vehicle emergency locking ................78
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............347
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 291
Video Operating the DVD ......................... 200
VIN ...................................................... 347 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 244
Brakes ........................................... 244
Check Engine ................................. 250
Coolant .......................................... 250
Distance warning ........................... 252
DISTRONI CPLUS ........................... 252
ESP ®
.............................................. 246
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 247
Fuel tank ........................................ 250
Overview .......................................... 30
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 45
Reserve fuel ................................... 250
Seat bel t........................................ 242
SPORT handling mode ...................247
SRS ................................................ 249
Tire pressure monitor ....................253
Warning triangle ................................ 290
Warranty ............................................ 346
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 240
Wheel bol ttightening torque ...........334
Wheel chock ...................................... 331
Wheels Changing awheel .......................... 329
Checking ........................................ 309
Cleaning ......................................... 284
Cleaning (warning) .........................33018
Index

High-beam headlamps
X
To switch on the high-beam headlamps:
turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to
position 2or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to 000Aor0005.
X Press the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of
arrow 0003.
In the 0005position, the high-beam
headlamps are only switched on when it is
dark and the engine is running.
The 0009 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the high-beam
headlamps are switched on.
X To switch off the high-beam
headlamps: move the combination switch
back to its normal position.
The 0009 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster goes out.
High-beam flasher X
To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the
ignitio nlock to position 1or 2or start the
engine.
X Pull the combination switch in the direction
of arrow 0024. Hazard warning lamps
X
To switch on the hazard warning lamps:
press button 0003.
All turn signals flash. If you now switch on
a turn signal using the combination switch, only the turn signal lamp on the
corresponding side of the vehicle will flash.
X To switch off the hazard warning
lamps: press button 0003.
The hazard warning lamps automatically
switch on if:
R an air bag is deployed.
R the vehicle is slowed down rapidly from a
speed of over 45 mph (70 km/h) and
comes to a halt.
If the vehicle returns to a speed of over
6m ph (10 km/h) after a full application of the
brakes, the hazard warning lamps are
deactivated automatically.
i The hazard warning lamps still operate if
the ignition is switched off. Headlamp cleaning system
The headlamps are cleaned automatically if
the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is
operated five times (Y page 115) while the
lights are on and the engine is running. When
you switch off the ignition, the automatic
headlamp cleaning system is reset and
counting is resumed from 0. Cornering light function
The cornering light function improves the
illumination of the road over a wide angle in
the direction you are turning, enabling better
visibility in tight bends, for example. The
cornering light function can only be activated Exterior lighting
109Lights and windshield wipers Z

the brake syste
mwarning lamp in the
instrumen tcluster and note any brake status
messages in the multifunction display. For
high-performance driving in particular, it is
important to maintain and have the brake
system checked regularly.
Servicing the brakes !
If the red brake warnin glamp lights up in
the instrumen tcluster and you hear a
warning tone while the engine is running,
the brake fluid level may be too low.
Observe additional warning messages in
the multifunction display.
The brake fluid level may be too low due to
brake pad wear or leaking brake lines.
Have the brake system checked
immediately. This work should be carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop.
! As the ESP ®
system operates
automatically, the engine and the ignition
must be switched off (SmartKey in position
0 or 1in the ignition lock) if the electric
parking brake is being tested on a brake
dynamometer (maximum 10 seconds).
Braking triggered automatically by ESP ®
may seriously damage the brake system.
All checks and maintenance work on the
brake system must be carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop. Have this work
carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Have the brake pads replaced and the brake
fluid renewed at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
If the brake system has only been subject to
moderate loads, you should tes tthe
functionality of your brakes at regular
intervals. To do so, press firmly on the brake
pedal when driving at a high speed. This
improves the grip of the brake pads.
A description of Brake Assist (BAS):
(Y page 60) Mercedes-Ben
zrecommends that you only
have brake pads/linings installed on your
vehicle which have been approved for
Mercedes-Benzv ehicles or which correspond
to an equivalent quality standard. Brake
pads/linings which have not been approved
for Mercedes-Benzv ehicles or which are not
of an equivalent quality could affect your
vehicle's operating safety.
Mercedes-Benzr ecommends that you only
use brake fluid that has been specially
approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz,
or which corresponds to an equivalent quality
standard. Brake fluid which has not been
approved for Mercedes-Benzv ehicles or
which is not of an equivalent quality could
affect your vehicle's operating safety. Driving on wet roads
Hydroplaning If water has accumulated to a certain depth
on the road surface, there is a danger of
hydroplaning occurring, even if:
R you drive at low speeds.
R the tires have adequate tread depth.
For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or
in conditions in which hydroplaning may
occur, you must drive in the following
manner:
R lower your speed.
R avoid ruts.
R brake carefully.
Driving on flooded roads !
Do not drive through flooded areas.
Check the depth of any water before driving
through it. Drive slowly through standing
water. Otherwise, water may enter the
vehicle interior or the engine compartment.
This can damage the electronic
components in the engin eorthe automatic
transmission. Water can also be drawn in 162
Driving tipsDriving and parking

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0001 Solutions
0006
Brake Immediately A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function or
DISTRONIC PLUS is active.
At
one may also sound at regular intervals. If you attempt to lock
the vehicle, the tone becomes louder.
You cannot start the engine.
X Paying attention to the traffic situation, immediately depress the
brake pedal firmly and hold until the display message
disappears.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 155).
You can restart the engine. 000D(USA
only)0006(Canada
only)
Brake Immediately A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function or
DISTRONIC PLUS is active.
At
one may also sound at regular intervals. If you attempt to lock
the vehicle, the tone becomes louder.
You cannot start the engine.
X Paying attention to the traffic situation, immediately depress the
brake pedal firmly and hold until the display message
disappears.
X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away before you leave it
(Y page 331).
You can restart the engine. 000D(USA
only)0006(Canada
only)
Check Brake Fluid Level There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
In addition, the
000D(USA only)/0006 (Canada only) warning
lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone
sounds.
G WARNING
The braking effect may be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 155).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X Do not add brake fluid. This does not correct the malfunction. 0007
Check Brake Pad
Wear The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Display messages
217On-board computer and displays Z

Safety systems
Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0001 Solutions
000D
(USA only)
0006 (Canada only)
The red brake system
warning lamp comes on
while the engine is
running. A warning tone
also sounds. There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
G WARNING
The braking effect may be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 155).
X Do not add brake fluid. Topping up will not remedy the
malfunction.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display. 0016
The yellow ABS warning
lamp is lit while the
engine is running. ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is deactivated due to a malfunction.
BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, ESP
®
(Electronic Stability
Program), PRE-SAFE ®
, PRE-SAFE ®
Brake, the HOLD function and
hill start assist are therefore also deactivated, for example.
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
G WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you
brake hard, for example.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely
affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation
can increase.
If ESP ®
is not operational, ESP ®
is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that other
systems, such as the navigation system or the automatic
transmission, will not be available. 244
Warning and indicator lampsOn-board computer and displays

setting can be corrected at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Have service work carried out as described
in the Maintenance Booklet. This may
otherwise lead to increased wear and
damage to the major assemblies or the
vehicle.
Aq ualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Mercedes-Ben zCenter, will reset
the ASSYST PLUS service interval display
after the service work has been carried out.
You can also obtain further information on
maintenance work, for example.
Special service requirements Arduous operating conditions or increased
loads on the vehicle will require some service
work to be performed more often than for a
vehicle in normal use. Such arduous
conditions include regular city driving with
frequent intermediate stops and use in
mountainous terrain or on poor road
surfaces.
For example, if the vehicle is used under
arduous operating conditions, have air filters,
engine oil and oil filters changed frequently
and chec kthe wheels often.F urther
information can be obtaine dataqualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network
is also available in other countries. You can
obtain further information from any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Care
Notes on care
G
WARNING
Many cleaning products can be hazardous.
Some are poisonous, others are flammable.
Always follow the instructions on the particular container
.Always open your
vehicle's doors or windows when cleaning the
inside.
Never use fluids or solvents that are not
designed for cleaning your vehicle.
Always lock away cleaning products and keep
them out of reach of children. H
Environmental note
Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning
cloths in an environmentally responsible
manner.
! For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any
of the following:
R dry, rough or hard cloths
R abrasive cleaning agents
R solvents
R cleaning agents containing solvents
Do not scrub.
Do not touch the surfaces or protective
films with hard objects, e.g. a ring or ice
scraper. You could otherwise scratch or
damage the surfaces and protective film.
! Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period straight after cleaning it, particularly
after having cleaned the wheels with wheel
cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increased corrosio nofthe brake discs and
brake pads/linings. For this reason, you
should drive for a few minutes after
cleaning. Braking heats the brake discs and
the brake pads/linings, thus drying them.
The vehicle can then be parked.
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for
retaining the quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz. Care
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Powerw
ashers G
WARNING
Do not use power washers with circular-jet
nozzles (dirt grinders) to clea nyour vehicle, in
particular the tires. You could otherwise
damage the tires and cause an accident.
! Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about
the correc tdistance is available fro mthe
equipment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around
when cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
R tires
R door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
R electrical components
R battery
R connectors
R lights
R seals
R trim
R ventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components
can lead to leaks or failures.
! Do not use high-pressure cleaners if the
tank recess is open while you clean it. This
can cause damage to the seals or other
components.
Cleaning the paintwork !
Do not affix:
R stickers
R films
R magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by
inadequate care cannot always be completely repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified
specialist workshop.
X
Remove dirt immediately, where possible,
while avoiding rubbing too hard.
X Soak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
X Soak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards.
X Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin,
oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.
X Use tar remover to remove tar stains.
X Use silicone remover to remove wax.
If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint
surface, use the paint care products
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.T his is the case approximately every
three to five months, depending on the
climate conditions and the care product used.
If dirt has penetrated the paint surface or if
the paint has become dull, the paint cleaner
recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz should be used.
Do not use these care products in the sun or
on the hood while the hood is hot.
X Use a suitable touch-up stick, e.g. MB
Touch-Up Stick, to repair slight damage to
the paintwork quickly and provisionally.
Matte finish care !
Never polish the vehicle or the light alloy
wheels. Polishing causes the finish to
shine.
! The following may cause the paint to
become shiny and thus reduce the matte
effect:
R Vigorous rubbing with unsuitable
materials.
R Frequent use of car washes.
R Washing the vehicle in direct sunlight.
! Never use paint cleaner, buffing or
polishing products, or gloss preserver, e.g. Care
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