engine MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG 2013 Owners Manual

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12 V socket see Sockets A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Function/notes ................................ 55
Warning lamp .................................1 89
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification .................104
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 58
Additional speedometer ...................154
Additives (engine oil) ........................280
Adjusting lumbar support ..................84
Air bags Display message ............................ 167
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 39
Head bag ......................................... 41
Important safety notes ....................38
Knee bag .......................................... 40
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 42
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Side impact air bag ..........................40
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (display message) ..............176
AIRSCARF Setting the vents ........................... 109
Switching on/off .............................. 85
Air vents
Important safety notes ..................108
Setting ........................................... 108
Setting the AIRSCARF vents ..........109
Setting the center air vents ...........108
Setting the side air vents ...............108
Switching AIRSCARF on/off ............85
see Climate control
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG
Adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 136
Button for AMG menu ....................124
E-SELECT leve r.............................. 117Menu (on-board computer)
............157
SETUP ............................................ 124
SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-gear sport
transmission .................................. 117
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 199
ASSYST PLUS service interval
display
Hiding service messages ...............218
Service messages ..........................217
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................58
Function .......................................... .58
Switching off the alarm ....................58
Audio menu (on-board computer) ....151
Audio system see separate operating instructions
Authorized Centers
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshops
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 170
Automatic headlamp mode ................92 B
Backup lamp Display message ............................ 171
BAS (Brake Assist System) .................55
Battery Display message ............................ 181
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 64
Important safety notes ....................63
Replacing ......................................... 64
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 238
Display message ............................ 174
Important safety notes ..................236
Jump starting ................................. 2404
Index

Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification
............................ 105
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 107
Refrigerant ..................................... 280
Setting the air distribution .............105
Setting the airflow .........................106
Setting the air vents ......................108
Setting the temperature ................105
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 107
Switching on/off ........................... 104
Switching the MONO function on/
off .................................................. 106
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 107
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 26
see Instrument cluster
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch ............................94
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 148
Convenience closing feature ..............75
Convenience opening feature ............75
see Opening/closing the side
windows (all)
Coolant
Display message ............................ 173
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level .........................216
Important safety notes ..................280
Temperature (on-board computer) .157
Cooling
see Climate control
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ................................................. 96
Cruise control Cruise control lever .......................135
Deactivating ................................... 136
Display message ............................ 176
Driving system ............................... 134
Function/notes ............................. 134
Important safety notes ..................134
LIM indicator lamp .........................135Setting a speed
.............................. 135
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................ .135
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 198
Important safety notes ..................198
Cup holders
see Cup holder
Curb weight
see Technical data
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ...22
Customer Relations Department .......22 D
Dashboard see Cockpit
see Instrument cluster
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 171
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 154
Switching on/off (switch) ................92
Dealerships
see Qualified specialist workshop
Declarations of conformity ................. 21
Delayed switch-off Exterior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 155
Interior lighting .............................. 155
Diagnostics connection ......................21
Digital speedometer .........................149
Display (cleaning instructions) ........225
Display messages ASSYST PLUS service interval
displa y........................................... 217
Calling up (on-board computer) .....160
Driving systems ............................. 176
Engine ............................................ 172
Hiding (on-board computer) ...........160
Lights ............................................ .169
Safety systems .............................. 166
Service interval displa y.................. 217
SmartKey ....................................... 181
Tires ............................................... 177
Vehicle .......................................... .180 6
Index

Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function .......................................... .50
Safety guideline s............................. 37
Emissions control
Service and warranty information ....19
Engine
Display message ............................ 172
Engine number ............................... 276
Irregular running ............................ 116
Starting .......................................... 114
Starting problems ..........................116
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 114
Starting with the KEYLESS-GO
start function ................................. 114
Switching off .................................. 128
Engine diagnostics warning lamp ....191
Engine electronics Problem (malfunction) ...................116
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 216
Additives ........................................ 280
Checking the oil level ..................... 215
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 215
Display
message ................................ 174, 175
Filling capacity ....................... 277, 280
Notes about oil grades ................... 279
Notes on oil level/consumption ....215
Temperature (on-board computer) .157
Temperature gauge ........................ 146
Viscosity ........................................ 280
E-SELECT lever ................................... 117
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) Deactivating/activating ...................56
Display message ............................ 166
Function/notes ................................ 56
Important safety information ...........56
Warning lamp ................................. 190
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 56
Exhaust check ................................... 131
Exhaust pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 224Exterior lighting
Setting options ................................ 92
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 87
Dipping (automatic) .........................88
Folding in/out (automatically). ........88
Folding in/out (electrically). ............88
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 156
Out of position (troubleshooting) .....88
Setting ............................................. 88
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 89
Storing the parking position ............. 89 F
Filler cap see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 228
Flat tire Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 232
Preparing the vehicle .....................229
Raising the vehicle .........................233
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 229
Floormat ............................................ .212
Fuel Additives ........................................ 279
Consumption statistics ..................148
Displaying the range ......................149
Driving tips .................................... 130
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 278
Important safety notes ..................277
Problem (malfunction) ...................127
Refueling ........................................ 124
Tank content/reserve fuel .....277, 278
Fuel filler flap, opening/closing ....... 125
Fuel filter (display message) ............176
Fuel level Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 149
Fuel tank
Capacity ................................ 277, 278
Problem (malfunction) ...................127
see Fuel tank 8
Index

Fuse box
Front-passenger footwell ...............245
Rear compartment .........................245
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 245
Before changing ............................. 245
Important safety notes ..................244
see Fuses G
Garage door opener Clearing the memory .....................211
Notes ............................................. 208
Opening/closing the garage door ..211
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 209
Gasoline ............................................. 278
Gear indicator .................................... 119
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 225
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts .........274
Glove box ........................................... 196H
Hazard warning lamps ........................94
Head bags ............................................ 41
Headlamp cleaning system Notes ............................................. 281
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system .....217
Cleaning system (capacity )............ 282
Cleaning system (function) ..............95
Cleaning system (notes) ................281
Fogging up ....................................... 95
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head level heating (AIRSCARF) ..........85
Heating see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 171
Switching on/off .............................. 94
Hill start assist .................................. 115
Hood Closing .......................................... .215
Display message ............................ 180Important safety notes
..................214
Opening ......................................... 214
Hydroplaning ..................................... 133 I
Ignition lock ....................................... 113
Immobilizer .......................................... 58
Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 27
Settings ......................................... 153
Warning and indicator lamps ...........28
Instrument cluster lighting ..............154
Interior lighting Automatic control ............................ 95
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 155
Emergency lighting ..........................96
Manual control ................................ .96
Overview .......................................... 95
Reading lamp ................................... 95 J
Jack Storage location ............................ 228
Using ............................................. 233
Jump-start (engine)
see Jump starting (engine)
Jump starting (engine) ......................240 K
KEYLESS-GO start function Display message ............................ 181
Start/Stop button .......................... 113
Starting the engine ........................114
Key positions
SmartKey ....................................... 113
Kickdown ........................................... 120
Driving tips .................................... 120
Knee bag .............................................. 40 Index
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Switching AIRSCARF on/of
f............ 85
Switching seat heating on/off .........84
Selector lever
Positions ........................................ 117
Sensors (cleaning instructions) .......224
Service interval display Displaying service messages .........218
Hiding service messages ...............218
Notes ............................................. 218
Service messages ..........................217
Service menu (on-board computer) .153
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 280
Capacities ...................................... 277
Coolant (engine) ............................ 280
Engine oil ....................................... 279
Fuel ................................................ 277
Important safety notes ..................276
Notes ............................................. 276
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 280
Washer fluid .................................. .281
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) .........156
On-board computer .......................153
Setting the air distribution ...............105
Setting the airflow ............................106
SETUP (on-board computer) .............157
Shift ranges ....................................... 122
Side impact air bag .............................40
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 172
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 223
Convenience closing feature ............75
Convenience opening feature ..........75
Important safety information ...........73
Opening/closing .............................. 74
Opening/closing (all) .......................75
Problem (malfunction) .....................76
SmartKey ............................................. 67
Changing the battery .......................64
Changing the programming .............63
Checking the battery .......................64
Convenience closing feature ............75
Convenience opening
feature ............................................. 75
Display message ............................ 181Door central locking/unlocking
.......62
Loss ................................................. 65
Mechanical key ................................ 63
Opening/closing soft top .................78
Positions (ignition lock) .................113
Problem (malfunction) .....................65
Starting the engine ........................114
Unlocking/locking vehicle ...............67
SmartKey positions
KEYLESS-GO start function ............113
Snow chains ...................................... 250
Socket Glove box ...................................... .200
Sockets
Center console .............................. 200
Points to observe before use .........200
Soft top
Cleaning ......................................... 222
Display message ............................ 180
Important safety notes ....................76
Opening/closing (SmartKey) ...........78
Opening/closing (with soft-top
switch) ............................................. 77
Problem (malfunction) .....................80
Relocking ......................................... 78
wind screen ..................................... 78
Soft-top switch .................................... 77
Specialist workshop ............................ 22
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the
additional speedometer .................154
Digital ............................................ 149
In the Instrument cluster .................27
Selecting the unit of
measurement ................................ 153
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Warning lamp ................................. 190
SRS
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 169
Introduction ..................................... 36 Index
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Warning lamp ................................. 190
Warning lamp (function) ...................36
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 172
Switching on/off .............................. 94
Starting (engine) ................................ 114
Steering wheel Adjusting (electrically) .....................86
Button overview ............................... 29
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 147
Cleaning ......................................... 225
Important safety notes ....................86
Paddle shifters ............................... 121
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 89
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 157
Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ............................. 197
Center console .............................. 197
Cup holders ................................... 198
Glove box ...................................... .196
Important safety information .........196
Parcel net ...................................... 197
Rear wall ........................................ 197
Stowage space
Center console (rear) .....................197
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 250
Sun visor ............................................ 198
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 155
Suspension tuning AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 136
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 107
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............58 T
Tachometer ........................................ 146
Tail lamps Display message ............................ 171
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27Technical data
................................... 282
Notes ............................................. 274
Tires/wheels ................................. 270
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 205
Display message ............................ 169
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 205
Emergency call .............................. 202
Important safety notes ..................201
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............206
MB info call button ........................204
Remote vehicle locking ..................205
Roadside Assistance button ..........203
Search & Send ............................... 205
Self-test ......................................... 201
System .......................................... 201
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 152
Menu (on-board computer) ............152
Number from the phone book ....... .152
Redialing ........................................ 153
Rejecting/ending a call .................152
Temperature
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 157
Engine oil ....................................... 146
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 157
Outside temperature ..................... .147
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) .........58
Immobilizer ...................................... 58
Theft-deterrent systems
Tow-away alarm ............................... 59
Timing (RACETIMER) .........................157
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 229
Tire pressure Calling up (on-board computer) .....255
Checking manually ........................255
Display message .................... 177, 179
Maximum ....................................... 254
Notes ............................................. 252
Not reached (TIREFIT) ....................231
Reached (TIREFIT) ..........................231
Recommended ............................... 251
see Tire pressure 14
Index

Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 148
Resetting (on-board computer) ......149
see Trip odometer
Trunk
Emergency release ..........................73
Important safety guidelines .............71
Locking separately ...........................72
Opening (automatically from
inside) .............................................. 72
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 180
Opening/closing ........................71, 72
Trunk load (maximum)
see Technical data
Turn signals
Display message ............................ 170
Switching on/off .............................. 94
see Turn signals
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate U
Unlocking Emergency unlocking .......................69
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 68
Upshift indicator ............................... 124V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........198
Vehicle Correct use ...................................... 22
Data acquisition ............................... 23
Display message ............................ 180
Equipment ....................................... 19
Individual settings ..........................153
Limited Warranty ............................. 23
Loading .......................................... 258
Locking (in an emergency) ...............70
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 62
Lowering ........................................ 236
Maintenance .................................... 20
Parking for a long period ................ 130
Raising ........................................... 233
Reporting problems .........................22Towing away
.................................. 242
Transporting .................................. 244
Unlocking (in an emergency) ...........69
Unlocking (SmartKey) ................62, 67
Vehicle data
see Technical data
Vehicle dimensions ...........................283
see Technical data
Vehicle emergency locking ................70
Vehicle identification number see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ..............275
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 228
Vehicle weights see Technical data
Video (DVD) ........................................ 151
VIN ...................................................... 275 W
Warning and indicator lamps ABS ................................................ 189
Brakes ................................... 186, 189
Cruise control ................................ 135
Engine diagnostics .........................191
ESP ®
.............................................. 190
Fuel tank ........................................ 192
Overview .......................................... 28
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 42
Reserve fuel ................................... 192
Seat belt ........................................ 187
SPORT handling mode ...................190
SRS ................................................ 190
Tire pressure monitor ....................193
Warranty ............................................ 275
Washer fluid Display message ............................ 181
see Windshield washer system
Weight
see Technical data
Wheel bolt tightening torque ...........236
Wheel chock ...................................... 232
Wheels Changing a wheel .......................... 232
Checking ........................................ 249
Cleaning ......................................... 221
Important safety notes ..................24816
Index

Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of integrated
environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear depend on
the following factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption.
R remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front. R
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration.
R change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to 00C3of its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic. Environmental concerns and
recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to
regenerate or re-use them. Observe the
relevant environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials. In this way you
will help to protect the environment. Product information
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion
parts and accessories that have been
approved for your vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories that 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. This is also the case, even if they
have been independently or officially
approved. The use of non-approved parts
could affect your vehicle's operating safety.
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
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notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in
writing of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than
category (1) has been subject to repair
four or more times and you have directly
notified us in writing of the need for its
repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for a cumulative
total of more than 30 calendar days.
Please send your written notice to:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 Maintenance
The Service and Warranty Booklet describes
all the necessary maintenance work which
should be done at regular intervals.
Always have the Service and Warranty
Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle
to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The
service advisor will record every service for
you in the Service and Warranty Booklet. Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program offers technical help in the event of
a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside
Assistance Hotline are answered by our
agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
(USA)
1-800-387-0100 (Canada)
For additional information, refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program brochure (USA) or the "Roadside
Assistance" section in the Service and
Warranty booklet (Canada). You will find both
in your vehicle literature portfolio. Change of address or change of
ownership
In the event of a change of address, please
send us the "Notification of Address Change"
in the Service and Guarantee booklet or
simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer
Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline
number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service Center (Canada) at
1-800-387-010 0.This will assist us in
contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the
entire literature in the vehicle so that it is
available to the next owner.
If you have purchased a used car, please send
us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in
the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. Vehicle operation outside the USA
and Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
R service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
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.
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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
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
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. G
WARNING
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 two 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
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device." Diagnostics connection
G
WARNING
If you connect equipment to the on-board
diagnostics connection, it can affect the Introduction
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