check engine MERCEDES-BENZ SLR CLASS 2008 Owners Manual

3 Maintenance Booklet
Introduction
Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System. 4
Regular checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Notes on the warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Parts / Operating materials . . . . . . 10
Service records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Emission system maintenance
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Emission Control System Caution -
Gasoline Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Confirmations
First visit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Tire inspection or rotation . . . . . . . . 17
Maintenance services . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance overview
Mercedes-Benz SLR . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
First visit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Tire rotation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Additional work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Spark plug replacement intervals . . 60
Recommended additional
maintenance checks at
150,000 miles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Emissions systems
maintenance jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Contents

Maintenance Booklet4We want you to enjoy your Mercedes-Benz
SLR. Vehicle safety and operational
reliability are two very important factors
and to maintain them, regular
maintenance services are necessary.
We continuously strive to improve our
product and ask for your understanding
that we reserve the right to make changes
in the periodic maintenance work which is
required for our vehicles. The information
in this manual is accurate as of the
editorial date. At the time of your
scheduled maintenance appointments
with your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center, the most current maintenance
work information will be utilized for your
vehicle’s age or mileage. Please check
with your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center for any changes to the periodic
maintenance work required for your
vehicle.
Your Mercedes-Benz SLR comes equipped
with the Mercedes-Benz SLR
Maintenance System. The Maintenance
System tracks distance driven and the time elapsed since your last service. The
next necessary maintenance service is
indicated in the maintenance service
indicator in the instrument cluster.
Additional work that is not calculated by
the Maintenance System is required at
each maintenance interval. Please refer to
“Additional Work to be Performed” on
page 58 for more details.
Following each service, your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the
Maintenance System service indicator by
confirming the service items performed.
!If the Maintenance System service
counter was inadvertently reset, have
a Mercedes-Benz Center correct it.
Please only reset if the proper
maintenance service has been
performed. Resetting the system
without performing the proper service
will result in engine and/or other
vehicle damage not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Introduction

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A detailed listing of service procedures
performed are contained in this booklet,
starting on page 49.
Additional work
Additional work means any work that is
not calculated by the Maintenance Sys-
tem. This work is listed in the section
“Additional Work to be Performed”, see
page 58. This type of work has to be car-
ried out according to the individual vehi-
cle type, due to the specific technical
parameters, wear processes or special
equipment.
Special service requirements
Brake fluid should be replaced every two
years, preferably in the spring, see page
59. We recommend that you only use
brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz.
A reminder for the next scheduled brake
fluid replacement is affixed in the engine
compartment. Coolant should be checked for the prop-
er concentration before the start of the
winter season (or once a year in hot re-
gions). Have the coolant (water/anticor-
rosion/antifreeze mixture) replaced
every 4 years, see page 59.
Replacement of coolant (water/anticor-
rosion/antifreeze mixture) may be re-
quired more frequently if coolant is not
maintained according to instructions
and/or other than approved anticorro-
sion/antifreeze products for your vehicle
are being used. For instructions on cool-
ant, see “Coolants” in your vehicle Oper-
ator’s Manual. For a listing of approved
anticorrosion/antifreeze products for
your vehicle, refer to the Factory Ap-
proved Service Products pamphlet in
your vehicle literature portfolio, or con-
tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
Introduction

Maintenance Booklet8IntroductionRegular checks
In addition to the services, we recom-
mend that you check the following items
regularly (for example: weekly, when re-
fueling, or before any long journey):
• Engine oil level - Check the engine oil
level using the engine oil dipstick. Fur-
ther information about engine oil level
measurement can be found in the vehi-
cle Operator’s Manual.
• Coolant level - Please refer to the Op-
erator’s Manual for the correct proce-
dure to check the coolant level.
• Brake fluid level - If brake fluid has to
be added, see an authorized Mer-
cedes-Benz Center to determine the
cause, e.g. leaks or worn brake pads.• Windshield washing system - If the
washer fluid level drops below 1/3, the
windshield washer fluid level warning
lamp will illuminate. Add washer fluid
mixed with Mercedes-Benz windshield
washer solvent/concentrate, test
function and check wiper blades.
• Check lights
• Tire condition and pressures –
Check at least every other week.
Please refer to section “Tires and
wheels” in the Operator’s Manual for
guidelines and correct procedures to
check tire condition and pressures.
Please refer to the Factory Approved
Service Products booklet or see your
Mercedes-Benz Center for more informa-
tion on selecting the proper fluids, lubri-
cants, and oils for your vehicle.

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Emission System Maintenance
d) The operation of the emission con-
trol system must not be altered in
any way. Alterations are not permissi-
ble by law. In addition, alterations may
result in damage to the catalysts, in-
creased fuel consumption, and im-
paired engine running conditions.

e) Irregular engine running conditions
should be corrected immediately by
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cent-
er. Such irregular running conditions
can influence the proper function of the
emission control system.
If the “CHECK ENGINE” indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster illuminates when
the engine is running, it indicates a possi-
ble malfunction of the engine manage-
ment system or emission control system.
We recommend that you have the mal-
function checked as soon as possible.

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Miles 1,000 - 3,00010,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000
Time (Years) - - - -1 2 3 4 5 6 7
First visit ( page 52) •
Tire rotation ( page 53) If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 6), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s rec-
ommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a
tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals.
Service ( page 54) •••••••
Additional Work: ( page 58)•••••••
Record customer’s vehicle settings •••••••Wash vehicle•••••••Check body for paint damage •••••••Check starter and consumer battery status•••••••Replace stabilizer bar bushings•••••••Replace combination filter•••Replace engine air filter•••Replace poly-V-belt•Replace compressor poly-V-belt •Replace wheel bolts•2
Replace fuel filter•3
Replace spark plugs •3
Replace brake fluid•1•1•1
Check vehicle ride height and wheel loads•1•1•1
Check wheel settings•1•1•1
Replace screws of underbody paneling•1•1•1
Replace coolant for main circuit •1
Replace coolant for low temperature circuit•1
Replace battery in remote control key•1
Replace rear differential oil•Replace transmission oil and filter •7
High-mileage checks ( page 61)
Maintenance service overview Mercedes-Benz SLR (199)
1 not mileage dependent; only time-interval applies 2 at 40,000 miles or 3 years 3 at 60,000 miles or 4 years 7 not time dependent; only milage-interval applies

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Miles80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Time (Years) 8 9 101112131415
First visit
Tire rotation If applicable to your vehicle’s tire configuration (see page 6), tire rotations should be performed in accordance with the tire manufacturer’s rec-
ommended intervals, or sooner at first signs of irregular (uneven) treadwear. Tire manufacturer’s rotation recommendations will necessitate a
tire rotation at least once in between maintenance services and at every maintenance service based on Mercedes-Benz maintenance intervals.
Service ••••••••
Additional Work: ••••••••
Record customer’s vehicle settings ••••••••Wash vehicle••••••••Check body for paint damage ••••••••Check starter and consumer battery status••••••••Replace stabilizer bar bushings••••••••Replace combination filter••••Replace engine air filter••••Replace poly-V-belt••Replace compressor poly-V-belt ••Replace wheel bolts•4•5
Replace fuel filter•6
Replace spark plugs •6
Replace brake fluid•1•1•1•1
Check vehicle ride height and wheel loads•1•1•1•1
Check wheel settings•1•1•1•1
Replace screws of underbody paneling•1•1•1•1
Replace coolant for main circuit •1•1
Replace coolant for low temperature circuit•1•1
Replace battery in remote control key•1•1
Replace rear differential oilReplace transmission oil and filter
High-mileage checks •7
Maintenance service overview Mercedes-Benz SLR (199)
1 not mileage dependent; only time-interval applies 4 at 80,000 miles or 6 years 5 at 120,000 miles or 9 years 6 at 120,000 miles or 8 years 7 not time dependent; only milage-interval applies

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Service
Engine compartment
Leakage - Major components
Check for chafe marks, line routing, damaged components
In the event of leakage, determine cause and perform repair via separate work order 0053
Change engine oil and filter 01 01
Check condition of poly-V-belts 13 51
Check engine mounts - - - -
Check the following fluid levels, correct if necessary
Brake system4210
Power steering4 611
Engine cooling system (main and low temperature circuits), anti-corrosion/antifreeze protection2010
Bleed low temperature circuit2010
Ve h i c l e f r o n t / r e a r
Check window glass and exterior lighting lenses- - - -
Check headlamp setting 8260
Check wiper blade condition- - - -

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Additional Work to be Performed together with the Respective Service
At every service
Record customer’s vehicle settings - - - -
Wash vehicle- - - -
Check body for paint damage 9850
Check charge status of starter and consumer batteries using “Midtronics MCR 717“ tester, recharge if necessary 5452
Replace stabilizer bar bushings 3281
Once at 10,000 miles or 1 year
Replace rear differential oil3501
At every 20,000 miles or 2 years
Replace combination filter 8384
Replace engine air filter 0980
Once at 40,000 miles
Automatic transmission - oil and filter change 2702
At every 40,000 miles or 3 years
Replace wheel bolts- - - -

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Recommended additional maintenance checks for high-mileage vehicles
At 150,000 miles
Check if all fluid levels and changes are updated
Transmission - - - -
Rear axle- - - -
Check if air, fuel, ventilation filters are updated
Engine air filter - - - -
Fuel filter- - - -
Combination filter- - - -