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4Removing/fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.232
Vehicle battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230
Voltage (on-board computer) . . . . . .97
Belt force limiters
Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Belt tensioners
Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Belt warnin g. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Bonne t
Bonnet catch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
Opening/closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Bonnet release lever
Release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
Boot
Emergency release . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Locking separatel y.. . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Opening/closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Boot li d
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
Boot separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
Brake
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194
Brake Assist
see BAS
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .260
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180
Brake lamps
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 Brake syste
m
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180
Bulb
Dipped-beam headlamps . . . . . . . .215
Licence plate lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . .217
Main-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . . .216
Parking lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Rear foglamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215, 216
Reversing lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Side lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
Turn signal lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
see Lamp
Bulbs
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 C
Calling up a malfunction see Message memory men u
Car e. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Automatic car wash . . . . . . . . . . . .166
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
High-pressure cleaners . . . . . . . . .167
Parktroni c.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Plastic trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Side windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
CD player/CD changer
Operating (on-board computer) . . . .99 Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com -
puter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Central locking/unlocking button . ..5 7
Central unlocking Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Centre console
Lower section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Upper section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Changing a wheel
see Flat tyr e
Children
In the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Restraint systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Child seat
Automatic recognition . . . . . . . . . . .46
Automatic recognition (malfunc-
tion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Suitable positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Cigarette lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
Cockpit Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Collapsible emergency spare wheel
Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229
Collapsible wheel
Pumping up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 Index
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Rear window heating
Malfunction indicator lamp . . . . . .191
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148
Remote control Garage door opene r.. . . . . . . . . . .144
Programming (garage door
opener) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144
Replacing the wiper blade s. . . . . . .217
Reserve Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
Reserve fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
Fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
Reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 27
Restraint syste m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Restraint systems
For childre n.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Rev counte r. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Reverse gear Engaging (automatic transmission) .85
Engaging (manual transmission) . . .85
Reversing lamp
Display messag e.. . . . . . . . . . . . .185
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132
Closing (key ).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Closing (switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188
Opening (key ).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 Opening (switch) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.133
Relocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134
Roof load, maximum . . . . . . . ..253, 254
Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Roof switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Run-on time (mobile phone ). . . . . . .143 S
Seat Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60, 61
Correct driver's seat position . . . . . .71
Storing settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Seat belt
Fastening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71, 195
Seat heatin g. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Seat ventilation Malfunction indicator lamp . . . . . .190
Selector lever
Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Service
Display message . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Service display
see ASSYST PLUS
Service indicator
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .260 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.259
Windscreen washer fluid . . . . . . . .260
Settings
Calling up a stored setting . . . . . . . .68
Factory (key ).. . . . . . . . . . . . . .56, 57
Factory (on-board computer) . . . . .101
Setting the unit (on-board computer)
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Shift range s
Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . .86
Display in the speedomete r.. . . . ..85
Side window
Fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
Opening/closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Resettin g.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Side windows
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
Soft top see Roo f
Spare wheel
Fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
Storage location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Spee d
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245
Speed limiter
Speedtronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Index
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e 166 Calling up the service due dat
e
Use the buttons on the multi-function steer-
ing wheel.
X Switch on the ignition.
X Press èorÿ to select the Basic
display menu(Y page 95).
X Press the jork button to select the
service information .
The 9 service symbol and the service
due date are displayed. Care
Notes on care
Regular and proper care maintains the value
of your vehicle.
i It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care
products.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected
by corrosion and damage caused by inade-
quate care cannot always be completely
repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe-
cialist workshop immediately, e.g. a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Repair damage caused by loose chippings
and remove the following substances imme-
diately, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard:
R Soak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off afterwards .
R Soak bird droppings with water and rins e
off afterwards.
R Remove tree resin, oils, fuels and greases
by rubbing gently with a cloth soaked in
petroleum ether or lighter fluid .
R Use silicone remover to remove wax.
R Use tar remover to remove tar stains. H
Environmental not
e
Dispose of empty packaging, cleaning
cloths and polishing wads in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
! Do not affix :
R stickers
R films
R magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces, otherwise you could
damage the paintwork. Vehicle care
! Do not park the vehicle for a long perio d
of time directly after cleaning, especially if
the wheels have just been cleaned with a
wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
rapid corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. After cleaning, park
the vehicle when it is at normal operatin g
temperature.
Automatic car wash You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.Operatio
n
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Display
messages 18
0 Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution
D The cooling fan for the coolant is faulty. X
If the coolant temperature is less than 120†,
you can continue driving to the nearest quali-
fied specialist workshop.
X In doing so, avoid heavy loads on the engine
(e.g. driving in mountainous terrain) and stop-
and-go driving. # The battery is not being charged. Possible
causes are a torn poly-V-belt or a faulty
alternator. X
Stop immediately and safely when traffic con-
ditions allow and check the poly-V-belt.
X If it has torn: do not drive on. Contact th e
nearest qualified specialist workshop .
X If it is not damaged :have the vehicle checked
immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. 2 Brake wear The brake pads/linings have reached
their wear limit. X
Have the brake pads/linings replaced as soon
as possible at a qualified specialist workshop .3 Check brake fluid
level
G
Risk of accident
There is insufficient brake fluid in the
brake fluid reservoir. X
Pull over as soon as it is safe to do so.
X Do not continue driving under any circumstan-
ces .
X Consult the nearest qualified specialist work -
shop.
X Do not top up the brake fluid. This will not rec -
tify the malfunction. Practical advice
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Troubleshooting
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5 Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions
3
The red brake system
warning lamp comes on
while the engine is run-
ning. G
Risk of accident
There is insufficient brake fluid in
the fluid reservoir. X
Do not continue driving under any circumstances .
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
X Observe the additional messages in the multi-function display
(Y page 174).
X Under no circumstances should you top up the brake fluid. This will
not rectify the fault. ±
The yellow engine diagnos-
tics warning lamp comes
on while the engine is run-
ning. There may be a malfunction:
R
in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system
The emission limit values may be
exceeded and the engine may be
running in emergency mode. X
Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified spe -
cialist workshop. <
The red seat belt warning
lamp lights up for 6 sec-
onds after the engine
starts up 27
. The seat belt warning lamp
reminds the driver and front
passenger to fasten their seat
belts. X
Fasten your seat belt (Y page 69). <
After the engine starts yo u
will hear a warning tone for
up to 6 second s27
. G
Risk of injury
The driver's seat belt is not fas -
tened. X
Fasten your seat belt (Y page 69).
The warning tone ceases. 27
Only for certain countries. Practical advice
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Service products and capacities
255Service products and capacities
Notes on service products and capaci-
ties
Service products are:
R fuel s
R lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil)
R coolant
R brake fluid
R windscreen washer fluid
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you onl y
use those products which have been tested
and specially approved by Mercedes-Benz for
your vehicle and are listed in the Mercedes-
Benz Owner's Manual in the relevant chapter
since :
R parts and service products are matched
R damage caused by the use of non-approved
service products is not covered by the war-
rant y
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 Approval 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 other-
wise endanger yourself and others.
Keep service products away from children.
To protect your health, do not allow service
products to come into contact with your
eyes or open wounds. See a doctor imme-
diately if any service product is swallowed. H
Environmental not
e
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally-responsible manner. Fuel
s G
Risk of explosion
Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames
and smoking are therefore prohibited when
handling fuels.
Before refuelling, always turn off the
engine. 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 70
l Of which reserve
fuel Approximately 9
l SLK 55 AMG Approximately 10
l !
Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a
petrol engine. Never mix petrol with diesel.
Even small amounts of diesel result in dam- Technical data
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Capacities The following values indicate the total cooling system capacities.
SLK 200 KOMPRESSOR SLK 280 SLK 350 SLK 55 AMG
Coolant 8.2
l 9.8
l 9.8
l 11.1
l Amount of antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor required for antifreeze protection
Down to –37 °C
(approximately 50%) 4.1
l 4.9
l 4.9
l 5.55
l Down to –45 °C
(approximately 55%) 4.5
l 5.4
l 5.4
l 6.1
l 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). This woul d
impair braking efficiency.
Have the brake fluid renewed every two
years with a brake fluid that has been approved by Mercedes-Benz and have this
confirmed in the Service Booklet.
i There is usually a notice in the engine
compartment to remind you when the next
brake fluid change is due. Windscreen washer system
The washer fluid reservoir holds approxi-
mately 7 litres.
The headlamp cleaning system* and the
windscreen washer system are both supplied
from the washer fluid reservoir.
X At temperatures above freezing point:
Top up the washer fluid reservoir with a
mixture of water and windscreen washer
concentrate (Y page 154).
X At temperatures below freezing point:
Top up the washer fluid reservoir with a
mixture of water, antifreeze and wind-
screen washer concentrate (Y page 154). Technical data
* optional
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