ESP MERCEDES-BENZ SLK-CLASS ROADSTER 2012 Owners Manual

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yourself with your vehicle and read this
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Wiper blades .................................. 268
Wooden trim .................................. 270
Car wash (care) ................................. 265
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 188
Center console Lower section .................................. 31
Upper section .................................. 30
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 193
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........68
Changing bulbs
High-beam headlamps ...................111
Important safety notes ..................109
Low-beam headlamps ....................111
Overview of bulb types ..................110
Parking lamps ................................ 112
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 111
Reversing lamps ............................ 112
Standing lamps (front) ...................112
Turn signals (front) ......................... 112
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 53
Restraint systems ............................ 53
Child seat
Special seat belt retractor ...............55
Cigarette lighter ................................ 247
Cleaning Mirror turn signal ........................... 268
Climate control
Air-conditioning system .................117
Automatic climate control (dual-
zone) .............................................. 119
Controlling automatically ...............122
Cooling with air dehumidification ..121
Defrosting the windshield ..............124
Important safety notes ..................116
Indicator lamp ................................ 122
Maximum cooling .......................... 124
Notes on using automatic climate
control ........................................... 120
Notes on using the air-
conditioning system ....................... 118
Overview of systems ......................116
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 122Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 125
Setting the air distribution .............123
Setting the airflow .........................123
Setting the air vents ......................126
Setting the temperature ................122
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 125
Switching on/off ........................... 121
Switching residual heat on/off ......125
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 124
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 123
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 26
see Instrument cluster
Collapsible spare wheel
Inflating ......................................... 280
see Emergency spare wheel
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 107
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 185
Convenience closing feature .............. 81
Convenience opening feature see Opening/closing the side
windows (all)
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level .........................262
Display message ............................ 216
Filling capacity ............................... 328
Notes ............................................. 327
Temperature (on-board computer) . 195
Temperature gauge ........................ 181
Warning lamp ................................. 235
Cooling
see Climate control
Cornering light (display message) ... 213
Cornering light function Function/notes ............................. 108
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ............................................... 109
Cruise control Cruise control lever .......................156
Deactivating ................................... 158
Display message ............................ 2226Index

Electronic brake force distribution ...62
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .......................................... 58
ETS (Electronic Traction System) .....59
Important safety information ...........56
Overview .......................................... 56
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ............................. 62
Driving systems
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................176
Cruise control ................................ 156
Display message ............................ 219
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 158
Dynamic handling package ............168
HOLD function ............................... 168
Parking Guidance ........................... 173
PARKTRONIC ................................. 170
Driving tips
Automatic transmission .................141
Brakes ........................................... 153
Break-in period .............................. 130
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 166
Downhill gradient ........................... 153
Drinking and driving .......................152
Driving abroad ............................... 104
Driving in winter ............................. 155
Driving on flooded roads ................155
Driving on wet roads ......................155
Exhaust check ............................... 153
Fuel ................................................ 152
General .......................................... 152
Hydroplaning ................................. 155
Icy road surfaces ........................... 155
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads ................................... 154
Pedals ............................................ 152
Snow chains .................................. 297
Symmetrical low beam ..................104
Wet road surface ........................... 153
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 188
DVD video (on-board computer) ...... 189
Dynamic handling package Function/notes ............................. 168E
EASY-ENTRY feature Activating/deactivating .................194
Function/notes ................................ 97
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ............................. 98
Function/notes ................................ 97
Switching on/off ........................... 194
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution) Display message ............................ 202
Function/notes ................................ 62
ECO start/stop function
Deactivating/activating .................136
General information .......................135
Important safety notes ..................135
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electronic brake force distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Electronic Traction System
see ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 76
Trunk ............................................... 79
Vehicle ............................................. 76
Emergency spare wheel
Storage location ............................ 274
Stowing .......................................... 275
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function ........................................... 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Emissions control
Service and warranty information ....20
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 234
Display message ............................ 216
ECO start/stop function ................135
Engine number ............................... 324
Irregular running ............................ 138
Jump-starting ................................. 285
Starting problems ..........................138
Starting the engine with the key ....133
Starting with KEYLESS-GO .............1338Index

Switching off .................................. 150
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 289
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ...................138
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 262
Additives ........................................ 327
Checking the oil level ..................... 261
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 261
Display message ............................ 218
Filling capacity ............................... 327
Notes about oil grades ................... 326
Notes on oil level/consumption ....261
Temperature (on-board computer) . 195
Viscosity ........................................ 327
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) AMG menu (on-board computer) ...196
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 60
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ......................59
Display message ............................ 200
ETS .................................................. 59
Function/notes ................................ 58
Important safety information ...........58
Warning lamp ................................. 231
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 59
Exhaust check ................................... 153
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 269
Exterior lighting see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 98
Dipping (automatic) .........................99
Folding in/out (automatically) .........99
Folding in/out (electrically) .............99
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 195
Out of position (troubleshooting) .....99
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 100
Storing the parking position ..........100
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 243F
Filler cap see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 274
Flat tire Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 276
MOExtended run-flat system .........281
Preparing the vehicle .....................275
Raising the vehicle .........................277
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormat ............................................. 257
Front fog lamps ................................. 106
Display message ............................ 214
Switching on/off ........................... 106
Front windshield
see Windshield
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 326
Consumption statistics ..................185
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 185
Displaying the range ......................185
Driving tips .................................... 152
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 325
Important safety notes ..................325
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 325
Problem (malfunction) ...................149
Refueling ........................................ 146
Tank content/reserve fuel .............325
Fuel filler flap, opening/closing ....... 147
Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 185
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 325
Problem (malfunction) ...................149
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 274
Fuses Allocation chart ............................. 290
Before changing ............................. 290
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 290
Fuse box in the trunk .....................290
Important safety notes ..................289Index9

Trunk partitionDisplay message ............................ 225
General notes .................................. 85
Opening/closing .............................. 85
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ...................112
Display message ............................ 213
Switching on/off ........................... 107
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................76
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 75
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 246
Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 23
Data acquisition ............................... 24
Display message ............................ 224
Emergency unlocking .......................76
Equipment ....................................... 20
Individual settings ..........................191
Limited Warranty ............................. 24
Loading .......................................... 304
Locking (in an emergency) ...............76
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 68
Lowering ........................................ 281
Maintenance .................................... 21
Parking for a long period ................ 151
Pulling away ................................... 133
Raising ........................................... 277
Reporting problems .........................23
Towing away .................................. 287
Tow-starting ................................... 287
Transporting .................................. 289
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........76
Unlocking (SmartKey) ......................68
Vehicle data ................................... 329
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data ....................................... 329
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 329
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 76
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 323
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 274
Video (DVD) ........................................ 189
VIN ...................................................... 323
W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 230
Brakes ........................................... 229
Check Engine ................................. 234
Coolant .......................................... 235
Distance warning ........................... 237
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 237
ESP ®
.............................................. 231
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 232
Fuel tank ........................................ 234
Overview .......................................... 28
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 42
Reserve fuel ................................... 234
Seat belt ........................................ 228
SPORT handling mode ...................232
SRS ................................................ 233
Tire pressure monitor ....................238
Warranty ............................................ 323
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 226
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 281
Wheel chock ...................................... 276
Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 276
Checking ........................................ 295
Cleaning ......................................... 266
Important safety notes ..................294
Interchanging/changing ................315
Mounting a new wheel ...................279
Removing a wheel ..........................279
Storing ........................................... 316
Tightening torque ........................... 281
Wheel size/tire size .......................316
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 268
see Side windows
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Product information
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion
parts and accessories that have been
approved for the type of vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to assess other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz
vehicles, even if they have been
independently or officially approved. The use
of non-approved parts could affect your
vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz
therefore recommends that you use genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and
accessories that have been approved for the
type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts, approved conversion parts and
accessories are available from any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Here, you will receive
advice about permissible technical
modifications, and the parts will be
professionally installed.
Operator's Manual
Notes on the Operator's Manual
This Operator's Manual contains a great deal
of helpful information. We urge you to read it
carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of
the vehicle, we urge you to follow the
instructions and warnings contained in this
Operator's Manual. Ignoring them could
result in damage to the vehicle or personal
injury to you or others. Vehicle damage
caused by failure to follow instructions is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Vehicle equipment
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of going to
print. 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. The equipment in your vehicle
may therefore differ from some of the
descriptions or illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all
systems installed in your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
if you have any questions about equipment or
operation.
The Operator's Manual and the Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Service and literature
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the
warranties printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet. Your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
exchange or repair any defective parts
originally installed in the vehicle in
accordance with the terms of the following
warranties:
R New Vehicle Limited Warranty
R Emission Systems Warranty
R Emission Performance Warranty
R California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont Emission
Control Systems Warranty
R State warranty enforcement laws (lemon
laws)
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may cause damage to the catalytic
converter.
R the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to
one of the following addresses.
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
Operating safety
Safety notes
GWARNING
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle's electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function when the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.GWARNING
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole.
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or
ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage
to your vehicle has occurred:
R turn on your hazard warning flashers.
R slow down carefully.
R drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road.
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) These devices may not cause
harmful interference, and 2) These devices
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
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may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
GWARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection, it can affect the operation of the
vehicle systems. This can impair the operating
safety of your vehicle while driving. There is a
risk of accident.
Do not connect any equipment to the
diagnostics connection.
GWARNING
Loose equipment or equipment cables that
are connected to the diagnostics connection
can obstruct the area around the pedals. The
equipment or the cables could get between
the pedals in the event of sudden braking or
acceleration. As a result, the movement of the
pedals may be impaired. There is a risk of
accident.
Do not attach any equipment or cables in the
driver footwell.
! If the engine is switched off and
equipment on the diagnostics connection
is used, the starter battery may discharge.
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can, for example, lead to
emissions monitoring information being
reset. This may lead to the vehicle failing to
meet the requirements of the next emissions
test during the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the
necessary specialist knowledge, tools and
qualifications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance
Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
R work relevant to safety
R service and maintenance work
R repair work
R alterations, installation work and
modifications
R work on electronic components
Correct use
GWARNING
There are various warning stickers affixed to
your vehicle. Their purpose is to alert you and
others to various dangers. Therefore, do not
remove any warning stickers unless the
sticker clearly states that you may do so.
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers
and be injured.
When driving your vehicle observe the
following information:
R the safety notes in this manual
R the "Technical data" section in this manual
R traffic rules and regulations
R laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
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Warning and indicator lampsFunctionPage:L Low-beam
headlamps
105
;K High-beam
headlamps
107
=÷ ESP®231?Electric parking brake (red)229F
(USA only)! (Canada only)A! Electric parking brake
(yellow)
229
B· Distance warning237C#! Turn signals107Dh Tire pressure monitor238E6 SRS233FunctionPageF7 Seat belt228GM SPORT handling
mode in AMG vehicles
232
H? Coolant235IR Rear fog lamp106JN Front fog lamps106K; Engine Check234L8 Reserve fuel234Må ESP®
OFF231N! ABS230OBrakes229$ (USA only)J (Canada only)28Instrument clusterAt a glance